I am using Amarra's 2.0 software to run my Mac Mini Server into a dCS stack. I went this route for two reasons: 1) i thought the sound (codec? process) of ITunes was not very good; and 2) I had invested so much time into loading all my music into ITunes that i wanted a software that works with ITunes.
I do think driving the output through Amarra creates a noticeable difference in sound quality. i would be interested to know other people's experience with Amarra. I think the software usability is less than desirable. I get frustrated with the loading system from ITunes to Amarra and see the GUI as being OK at best.
Secondly, i would like suggestions for other software (i am non-technical so please explain how the software works in relation to ITunes and an outboard USB connection to a DAC or if it is a different solution all together). 1) Sound quality is most important, 2) Must be compatible with my outboard USB DAC and 2) is easy integration with ITunes
thanks,
brian
I do think driving the output through Amarra creates a noticeable difference in sound quality. i would be interested to know other people's experience with Amarra. I think the software usability is less than desirable. I get frustrated with the loading system from ITunes to Amarra and see the GUI as being OK at best.
Secondly, i would like suggestions for other software (i am non-technical so please explain how the software works in relation to ITunes and an outboard USB connection to a DAC or if it is a different solution all together). 1) Sound quality is most important, 2) Must be compatible with my outboard USB DAC and 2) is easy integration with ITunes
thanks,
brian