just hooked up my I-pod via the 3.5mm to RCA cable.
going into the DAC input of my B&K Pro 10mc pre-amp. powering a pair of B.I.C. America DV-84 towers are a pair of Emotiva XPA-1 mono blocks.

My question is, how will using the ipod differ from distortion entering the preamplifier, will the thd% be higher than normal using the ipod this way? Or will I be ok at high volume ? Dont want to use on high volume until I get some reassurance. I do notice the treble is lacking a bit, but for the DV-84 towers, this is ok, as they are a little bright anyway, so this makes up for it, it does sound quite good considering the source being used. My stand alone cd player of course sounds better, better sound all around, buut for the convenience of having so much music at the click of a button, im good with it.

I am just curious as to the distortion the ipod may add...if any? I seek the guidance of the experts on these forums. cheers & looking forward to your replies. thank you