This is very educative especially as I was stuck with a simple analog cable connection from Macbook Pro [mid 2012] direct to an input on the preamp. My older DAC does not offer USB nor HDMI inputs. I had not realized that the headphone out doubles as a Mini Toslink optical out! Have just ordered a suitable cable and am waiting for it to arrive and hopefully be able to connect the Mac directly to my DAC. Thanks again.
I didn't even catch it as a presented option; I watched the vid again and realized that you did include it, I apologize for being so hasty in saying what I did. Yeah, I know what you mean in any case; I've used that method (speaker jack-to-aux on stereo) for my computer's audio pretty much as long as I've had it (consider my Aux stereo switch as my 'computer speakers' ^_^). As fidelity goes, I'm quite happy with what I do with it, but I have no business speaking for anyone else. :) Thanks again!
This is certainly a solution and featured as option number 1 in the video. If you find the audio quality satisfactory and don't mind hearing every sound the computer makes through your audio system (without adjusting your computer's audio settings), it's a great value-oriented solution. For greater sonic fidelity and performance, a USB connection to an external DAC will offer a significant performance upgrade over the Digital to Analog Converters built-into most computers. HTH!--Crutchfield
If your receiver does not offer HDMI, then you will not be able use this connection. If you simply want audio, you could use a digital audio output (optical, coaxial) if your computer offers one. If not, you would be limited to the analog audio output or headphone jack for a physical connection. You could also use a wireless USB digital to analog converter (NuForce Air uDAC). Feel free to call for additional assistance: 800.315.0030--Crutchfield
If you have a desktop and the video card in it only has HDMI output, then that was meant to go to a monitor. In this case, you would have to use one of those other ways to get audio out of it. Laptops have monitors built in so the HDMI output can be used for just audio so you can send it to a receiver. Feel free to call for additional assistance: 800.315.0030--Crutchfield
Another neat thing is that you can use a USB or even Thunderbolt dock with your laptop, and then feed an HDMI cable to a stereo or DAC of your choosing. Going to get one for my Dell xps for sure.
Thanks for the info I have tried using HDMI from the computer or the laptop to the Marantz AVR laptop recognises the HDMI or the Avr but no sound I then tried a toss link same problem laptop recognises the Avr but no sound
Hmm, that might be one you need to troubleshoot with our tech support. Both of those connections should support audio. You can reach our tech department at the phone number at the bottom of your invoice or account login.
Love when I hear about "cheap" cables and "better quality" cables. I've used them both and there's not a world of difference between the two. Audiophiles like to convince themselves that there is and I find that hilarious.
Jason Duhamel better cables make a difference in better audio equipment. If you have a cheapo amp the cable can’t make it sound good. But the quality of amps has improved dramatically over the years and as most of the input is digital they’ve been developed with that in mind. So, if you have a good audio system it should be better with decent cables. Personally I don’t think you can beat the sound from a decent valve amp but each to their own.
i have no idea (yet) as to what changes the sound, but i bought a silver-plated copper cable not from audioquest (2.5mm) to replace the headphone's stock cable (3.5mm) and the change in sound was immediately noticeable. now, some say the myth is the balanced vs unbalanced headphone out, and some say the myth is the cable (some say both). but all i can say is at least one of them is making a difference, so at least one of them is not a myth. i haven't gotten to testing which one is the myth yet though, as i don't have an adapter to plug them in the same output.
The guy advertises "better" digital cables. Yes there will be a difference in the jack cable because its analog and the sound "goes" trough it. In the digital cables (usb, hdmi) all that goes trough it is 0 and 1 signals. Theres no reason other than looks and durability to buy more expensive digital cables
That's not a system we've offered. If the owner's manual is not helpful, you may want to check with the retailer that sold you the speakers. If they won't help, you can try contacting the manufacturer directly. Creative does have a "Support" section on their website. HTH!--Crutchfield
How do you wire the laptop to car audio amp and stop pop when switching laptop off and match the ohm to car audio amp. Laptop has wrong output, I think it is 16 ohm. Car amp has 4,2 or 8ohm??? HOW?
My Hifi is 15 years old, both RCA in the back are used up by both speakers, the only option i have is a 3.5mm headphone jack on the front of the Hifi, can use a HDMI or USB to headphone socket adaptor to connect my Laptop to my Hifi., Thanks
If that 3.5mm jack is an audio input, then a USB DAC can be used to help connect a computer to it. Here's the link to our DAC's: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/m_308950/Digital-to-Analog-Converters.html
I may made some anyone missunderstand or understand all I doubted is I want to hear the real sound from this uTube or any clips that talking about these machines. Thanks.
Hello, thank you for making this tutorial video. I would like to ask why the sound is not as strong as when I play bluetooth from the iphone. I use the HDMI calbe to connect my laptop to the Denon AVR-X540BT (5.2) via Hdmi CBL/SAT. Thank your so much for your reply.
Need more detail. I need to be shown everything I need clearly. An example of a reasonably priced dac. Following in detail the connections from usb to socket on the dac then from dac detail wiring showing the back of the amp in to phono's or digital toslink. Everyone I see seems to skimp over details. I have tons of flac files on my laptop I want to play to my digital inputs on the marantz amp.
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hey i connect my laptop using a 3.5mm jack to my stereo RCA's on my hifi it distorts loudly with a lot of feedback, i did some research and it seems that its the amps. because pc speakers have amplifiers, and apparently hifi speakers don't. is there anything i can do to correct this?
What connection should I use to connect my lenovo 400 laptop to my Phillips surround sound. I was using ahead phone jack with stereo RCA cable but then it let out a loud screeching sound so I'm at a loss as I'm looking for a longer looking cable such as mentioned. I only had a standard length which I had to reconfigure to get it to fit into the surround as well as the head phone socket do they not make them longer.please could you advice me on the best cable wether it be a solid coiled cable or to use a hdmi from computer to stereo or back to the( RCA jack). your feed back would be very much appreciated. chef.
+Cheryl Harris To get the best sound quality from your computer, I would recommend connecting your computer to your stereo system using a digital to analog converter connected to your laptop's USB port; like this AudioQuest DragonFly model: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/p_703DGNFLY2/AudioQuest-DragonFly-v1-2.html?tp=59309 Then we have a 10-foot long minijack to RCA cable to plug it into your Philips receiver: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/p_979CMR210/Hosa-Stereo-Mini-to-RCA-Adapter-Cable-10-foot.html?tp=35005 I hope that helps! --Crutchfield
How do you wire the laptop to car audio amp and stop pop when switching laptop off and match the ohm to car audio amp. Laptop has wrong output, I think it is 16 ohm. Car amp has 4,2 or 8ohm??? HOW?
I'm sorry but I;m just not that computer savvy, and a lot of what was said was honestly over my head. So I have a question that I hope isnt too silly of me to ask. I just bought a Creative Inspire T6160, and I want to connect it to my laptop. The issue is that it uses three connections (orange, green black), and I am I so lost about how to connect it. Do I need to be an adapter? If so, do you have any suggestions of good ones. Any help is greatly appreciated
Despite some of the comments here, I feel this was a very informative video :) However, I am having trouble connecting my laptop to my stereo via: HDMI cord. I can connect to my TV quite easily and play music, but I am wanting a better quality sound. When I connect the HDMI cord to my laptop and stereo, I go to my control panel, hardware and sound, sound and onto playback... But my stereo does not show up, I am using a windows 8 ASUS laptop, and trying to connect to a PANASONIC stereo system. Do I need anything else to accomplish this task, or need to follow additional steps? I thank you for your video and would deeply appreciate a response. Again, thank you for your time and effort :)
It's difficult to say what the issue may me. Two devices connected via HDMI are supposed to "handshake" (EDID) so each knows what the other's capabilities are. If this is not happening, you may need to adjust the output options of the computer. Try starting with a basic 2-channel stereo setting (PCM), the lowest video resolution option and work your way up from there. You may also want to try connecting another device (Blu-ray player, cable/sat box, streaming video device, etc.) to the Panasonic's HDMI input to ensure it is functional. Hope that helps! --Crutchfield
Crutchfield I am having the same problem as @akroyd above. Have you tried running a laptop hdmi output straight to a receiver hdmi input *without* going through a video source? It seems there is not much knowledge in this area... it just doesn't work. Any ideas on how to solve the issue if you do not own a tv or do not have one with hdmi? (BTW I have a Dell Inspiron N5050 and a Sony 7 channel receiver with 4 hdmi inputs-- they are both new models, as is my hdmi cord).
Crutchfield hello. I'm interested in the marantz Model 40n amp you have for sale. My laptop has an hdmi port. Could I run this to the 40n hdmi arc port for high quality audio?. And would it flow through the 40n internal DAC?. Thanks
The Marant'z HDMI ARC port needs to connect to an HDMI ARC or an HDMI eARC port. Typically, those are found on TV's and some projectors. That being said, we do not sell computers so there could be a chance that it too has the right type of HDMI port. If you have an HDMI ARC or HDMI eARC port on your laptop, then yes, they can work together! If however, the HDMI port does not support the ARC/eARC technologies, it will not work.
Unfortunately newer Macs don't have digital out through the headphone jack anymore. So frustrating. I don't want a stupid box adapter... SO ANGRY!!! haha
I'm trying to connect some speakers I have that just have your basic black and red speaker wire, to my Macbook. Would my best bet be to run them through an amplifier and then to my Macbook?
Given the connections you mentioned, they do sound like speaker level inputs. This is definitely the case if there is no A/C power input on your speakers. We have many to choose from found here: bit.ly/1oQgl7i For additional assistance & personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: By phone: 800.315.0030 Online chat: bit.ly/1b07Ykm e-mail: advisors@crutchfield.com I hope that helps. --Crutchfield
i have 2011 hp computer it only has usb microphone and vga and vga i have 2 moniters hooked up and i got a reciever i wanted to hook up to the computer what cord should i use for best uality and how do i set the setting so my computer plays through the system ,, it has hdmi audio connections on the reciever but my computer does not have these ... if i used a usb from my computer to the reciever what setting do i use for the reciever for it to play.. or should i jus try a microphone connection... still what setting would the reciever have to be on.. im having issues
Unless the receiver you're using has an asynchronous USB (type-B) DAC input on it, the only way to connect your computer to your receiver would be via the 3.5mm headphone jack on your computer. You may want to consider adding a stand-alone USB DAC to your system if your receiver doesn't have one built-in. Here's a link to the USB DAC's we carry at Crutchfield: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/g_371850/Desktop-USB-DACs.html?tp=59340 For more info on that, feel free to speak to an expert Advisor via the "Contact Us" link at the top of our website. I hope that helps! --Crutchfield
Not to come down on the poster, but (and this would just be for audio) what's wrong with buying an 0.5mm-to-RCA stereo cable for what...$5-10?...and connecting your rig's headphone/speaker jack to a tape or aux input on your stereo? I've had that set up for quite some time, and believe me, pumping out the tunes on my 300w x 2 Technics is nothing I'm unhappy with. -Abs.
I currently use HDMI out from my PC to a projector and just use an PC audio jack to audio out to a 2.1 computer speakers. Can I instead HDMI out to a Home theatre system and via the HTS, I use its HDMI out to my projector and remove my 2.1 computer speakers ?
Sure! If your PC has an HDMI output you can use that to feed the A/V signal to your receiver; then take the HDMI out from the receiver to your projector. If you'd like to discuss further, please contact an Advisor directly from the Crutchfield website: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/support/ContactUs.aspx Hope that helps! --Crutchfield
Crutchfield Thank you. That was how I imagined. There are super low volume sound coming out of my projector. So I guess the HDMI out from PC does carry an audio signal
I connected the RCA ends to the CD/Aux input of my receiver and the 3.5mm end to the headphone jack of my computer. I used a 1/4" adapter to plug my headphones into the receiver but I'm just getting a loud buzzing noise. Any idea what could be causing it?
You may want to try replacing the cables to see if that helps. If not, feel free to reach out to one of our Advisors on the Crutchfield website: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/Support/Chat.aspx They can offer more tips and/or solutions to fix the issues you're having. Hope that helps! --Crutchfield
I have a Scarlett 2i4, audio technica atlp120. a reciever, infinity studio speakers, and my laptop. How can I connect it all so that I can get data from my turntable, to my laptop, while playing through my speaks. Help would be great!
+Cooper Ogborn If your receiver has preamp outputs, then you can use a cable like this one: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/p_979CPR202/item.html to feed the audio from it into the 2i4 and then into your computer while listening to the same audio. For additional assistance & personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/ContactUs.aspx I hope that helps. --Crutchfield
+Sharon Strickland Unless your stereo system has an asynchronous type B USB port to connect your computer to, your best bet would be to use an external DAC (digital-to-analog converter) to make that connection. You can find a full listing of external DAC's on our website here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/g_371750/All-DACs.html?tp=59309 If you have any other questions, feel free to get in touch with one of our Advisors using the "contact us" link at the top of the webpage. I hope that helps! --Crutchfield
Hi Leonard, the Sony MXD-D400 can be connected with RCA or optical digital cables. Connection instructions start on page 7GB of the manual here: pdf.crutchfieldonline.com/ImageBank/v20030720134500/Manuals/158/158MXDD400.PDF
Thank you for your video. I think toshlink is limited to 24 bit / 96 kHz only and not full high audio resolution of 24/192 and/or more. However, the USB 2.0 protocol (there's USB 3.0 now) is capable of handling 24 bit / 192 KHz resolution which technically speaking is better than Toshlink (provided, the quality of source, DAC, interconnects and speakers are of good quality also, to handle the audio spectrum and depth). Correct me if I am wrong please.. I have a question too, which is - How to connect a sub-woofer in a stereo set-up for best music experience considering the source is laptop (windows 7 based playing FLAC files) + DAC (NAD D1050) + Stereo Amplifier (Marantz PM 8003) + Speakers (Wharfedale Diamond 10.5 floorstanders) + Sub-woofer (Wharfedale SW 150). Would much appreciate an answer, chat or a video.
The Marantz offers a pair of stereo RCA pre-outs you can use to provide the audio signal to your powered subwoofer. For additional assistance and personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: bit.ly/2jBGHPp Hope that helps!--Crutchfield
Hi, many dacs don't have physical button to increase volume. Is there a software to install it to the pc and it gives an interface tha controls volume ? Or its better to buy a compo dac+amp to have physical volume buttons ? Thank you
Some external DACs do offer the ability to adjust the pre-amp signal level but the master volume is commonly controlled by the external pre-amp, receiver, powered speakers or integrated amplifier. For additional assistance and personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: bit.ly/2jBGHPp Hope that helps.--Crutchfield
I want to do the exact opposite,i have two car audio Pioneer decks and i would love to use them at home,already did it with my walkmans that are connected to the mic jack.Hopefully it will work as good or not?
@@crutchfield With my mini PC,to be able to get the sound out of the BT Speakers that i have on it.The one that i want to connect more is the Pioneer-KEH-M9300RDS.
Thanks! We don't show any aux input on that model. If it has one, you could potentially connect the PC that way. You will need a power inverter as well.
There could be a few reasons you are hearing that on your system. I recommend contacting an advisor to discuss your setup and get a personal recommendation on a solution for that issue. Here's how to reach us for that help: bit.ly/2xOOeQR
What about laptops with the newer "combination" mic/headphone port ? ie one hole, not two. My own laptop is connected to my amp, which is linked to my floor speakers, in the way you demonstrate at the beginning- I have a headphone port then a 2nd port for a mic. But when I plug in the mini 3.5 cable to my son's new laptop, with the newer combination port, no sound comes from my floor speakers, it just comes out of his laptop. Will a USB audio jack solve the problem ?? I need to get a new laptop for myself and it HAS to be hooked to my stereo for proper sound, but every one I've looked at has this new combo jack system so I am concerned . Thanks.
+Victoria Zasikowski I could be wrong as I'm not an expert on computers, but you may need to go into sound settings and make that output for speakers. Also, you may want to go into the sound settings to make sure the audio is being directed to the output and not just the internal speaker. However, getting a USB headphone amp/DAC will tell the computer that you want to send the audio to the amp/DAC and bypass the need to check both of those settings. This will allow you to get audio from any computer with an open USB port no matter the other connections on it. For additional assistance & personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/ContactUs.aspx I hope that helps. --Crutchfield
When using the analog output of the computer (commonly, a 3.5mm minijack), the digital to analog conversion takes place in the computer using it's DAC. When using a digital output (optical, USB, HDMI), the digital to analog conversion is handled by an external DAC. External DACs will generally provide much better performance and sound quality than using a computer's built-in DAC.For additional assistance and personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: bit.ly/2jBGHPp Hope that helps.--Crutchfield
Hello! I have a question. I have bought a cheap mini amplifier so as to work with my old passive speakers and I want to connect them to my PC. The problem is that the amplifier wants energy (power source 12V) and after connecting together with PC it provides ground loop buzz.... How can I avoid that? I hope it won't damage anything... Tried with Jack to Jack cable, RCA splitter to Jack. Also, the amplifier has a USB port (not yet tried), which I don't know if it's gonna work directly in PC USB, or it'd require a driver.... Thanks
My Mac laptop had a new logicboard installed and one channel at a time is what i get with my repair the tech tells me that i damaged the new logicboard when i plugged into stereo is he lying to me?
That's a tough one and we doubt we will be able to give you a definitive answer. We do know that properly connecting an audio output on a computer to an audio input on a stereo does not cause damage. Using the wrong cable or connecting to an output instead of an input on the stereo could cause issues.
I bought single male connectors and put my new boombox on aux and plugged the boombox to the computer and can listen to anything I want from the computer. But, shouldn't I be using the blue output port on the p.c.? With or without the computer, the new boombox makes sound. Boombox has speakers in it. That blue port is just confusing. I read and read and don't get it. It works with either green or blue ports. Which port should I use? p.s. good video.
When using the analog auxiliary audio input on your boombox or powered speakers, you would connect to the computer's headphone or "speaker" analog audio output. This is most commonly a 3.5mm stereo minijack connection.For additional assistance and personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: bit.ly/2jBGHPp Hope that helps.--Crutchfield
hi steve - so what is the best way to connect my iphone or ipad to my home stereo which has a Denon PMA-720AE integrated amplifier with network amongst other input options - any idea, please as i'm struggling?
It appears your Denon is a model released in the UK. While we have several options for your application, we do not ship internationally. At the very least, you can check with the equipment manufacturers to see if they are available in your region (If so, they may have a different model nomenclature). Having said that; iPod/iPhone/iPad-specific solutions can vary based on which version of each product you plan to use. For older generations that use Apple’s 30 pin Dock connector, the Arcam drDock is a great option: bit.ly/1fdWNDg This dock offers a nice design that can accommodate the varying chassis sizes of iPods, iPhones, & iPads. The buit-in DAC bypasses the device’s internal DAC offering better sound quality & dynamic performance. You can connect the RCA outputs to an available input on your Denon, connect the USB port to your computer synching the device, and connect the HDMI output to your television for any video content from the devices. This dock is compatible with iPod classic, iPod touch (1st through 4th generation), iPhone (up to the 4s), & iPad (1 & 2). For even greater connectivity options & performance, you may want to consider the Arcam irDAC: bit.ly/1ctFH18 This model upgrades to a Burr-Brown 24-bit/192kHz DAC & uses a USB port for connection to compatible devices. As a result, this version works with nearly every iDevice by using the 30 pin or ‘Lightning’ to USB cable that came with your iPod/iPhone/iPad. You can even connect your WindowsPC or Mac for playing digital music files directly from your computer. Another option would be to add a Network Music Player like the Denon DNP720AE: bit.ly/1j77pK2 When connected to your home network (Eithernet or Wi-Fi), the player can stream digital music files from computers on your network & from online music services (Pandora, Rhapsody, 12,000 Internet Radio stations, etc.). While you can physically connect your iDevices to the Denon’s USB port for playback & charging, this model also supports Apple’s Airplay allowing you to stream audio wirelessly from iOS devices (iPod Touch, iPhone, iPad) on the same network. For additional assistance & personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: By phone: 800.315.0030 Online chat: bit.ly/1b07Ykm e-mail: advisors@crutchfield.com I hope that helps. --Crutchfield
Hi Taron! We can help with that. Are you thinking more of a portable-style bluetooth speaker, a bluetooth-capable set of powered stereo speakers, or a more traditional receiver/speaker combo that has bluetooth built-in?
@@crutchfield I am thinking more of a traditional style. Basically, how to get the best sound out of a computer wireless. My dream system is to open the laptop, AirPlay or Bluetooth music to my sound system and hear my Jazz collection as if I am actually at a live performance!
AirPlay has a higher bandwidth and can pass better audio to a sound system. You could use something like the Audioengine B-Fi to get the audio into a system with an audio input. Here it is: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_772BFI/item.html
did he just said that if the usb connector is gold plated you'll get better audio quality?xD usb is digital so it doesn't have a "sound quality" at all I mean you could say that the data transfer is a little "better" but that's just....meh :D
We carry many good HDMI cables but AudioQuest makes some of the best. Here is a list to their full offering: www.crutchfield.com/g_190250/I-rYTVc290/HDMI-Cables.html#&nvpair=FFBrand|AudioQuest
a dac is a digital to analog converter when you have a song stored on you're computer it is saved in a binary code(1 and 0) to get a sound out of these numbers you need to convert them into a analog signal(works with voltage, like a lamp, increased voltage means brighter light) the dac just converts the digital to a analog signal(often with very high quality) hope you can understand want I'm trying to say even tho my English isn't the best :)
@@crutchfield I need 2+2 rc cable for my stereo system..but am getting 2rca head (Red yellow)on one side and 3 head(red yellow white) on other side of the cable, 3+2 type of cable
@schwabechris There could be a lot of different issues at play here. Your best bet is to speak with one of our Product Advisors for a personalized recommendation: 800.315.0030--Crutchfield
It would depend on which device had the USB. On the computer; you could use an external USB DAC for better sound quality than using the computer's internal DAC. For a USB on the receiver/amplifier/audio system, it would have to support connection from a computer and not just USB mass storage devices. For additional assistance & personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: By phone: 800.315.0030 Online chat: bit.ly/1b07Ykm e-mail: advisors@crutchfield.com I hope that helps. --Crutchfield
The adapter shown at the 0:44 mark is the AudioQuest Toslink/Mini-Optical Adapter (seen here on the Crutchfied website: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/p_703TOSADPT/AudioQuest-Toslink-Mini-Optical-Adapter.html). As indicated in the video, most Apple Mac/MacBook models support this digital audio connection. Hope that helps! --Crutchfield
I'm trying to change from RCA to Hdmi. I tried that recently by changing my receiver options to do hdmi instead of RCA. I'm using a displayport from my GPU to the monitor (as it has 3 DPs and 1 hdmi output). Aswell as hdmi from my GPU to the receiver. Then there's a weird bug that only shows my computer background. But anything else shortcuts, windows doesn't appear when i click on them. If i try to ctrl-alt-delete the entire screen goes black. But when i disconnect the hdmi cable going to the reciever everything is fine again. Any idea why that happens?
Hello, thanks for reaching out. What is your exact setup? Do you have the models of your GPU, receiver, and monitor? How are you hoping to have all of them work together specifically?
@@crutchfield I'm currently using GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER GAMING OC 3X 8G, Marantz NR1200 and GIGABYTE 31" G32QC.I'm hoping to connect my receiver to the pc by hdmi cable. And to connect my gpu to the monitor by Displayport. but for some reason the hdmi cable from my receiver, interferes with the Displayport i have plugged into my monitor.
It sounds like your PC is maybe extending the desktop (helpful when you have two side-by-side monitors) and not mirroring the desktop through the HDMI port. There may be monitor settings within the computer that can be changed so that the HDMI port mirrors the desktop screen with all the shortcuts instead of extending the desktop.
@@crutchfield Yea i got it to work. I had to connect my gpu -> receiver -> monitor via hdmi, and my gpu -> monitor via displayport. And on top of that i had to change from "extending" to duplicate... So in a way, both my reciver and pc is getting video signal to my monitor and i can now change between which one i want to show.
Hello how do I get the best sound going from my Android phone to PreAmp? Also am I loosing sound using a cheap bluetooth connection in between? Do I need a cable rather the bluetooth? And would a DAC help me out with better sound. I'm using Vintage Marantz 2275 and Cerwin Vega D7 set up. Pulling music from my phone with bluetooth is convenient but making the speakers sound harsh. Thank you for your insight 👍 Also I'm on a budget and dont wanna spend hundreds 😐
@@crutchfield thank you. Yes that makes sense. How about the Audioengine B1? The B1 suppose to have a 24bit dac built into it. Would that make sound better or go rca and dac? I ask because I was talking to a Crutchfield chat guy and he recommended it. So now I'm lost and dont wanna spend money on the wrong stuff. Thank you in advance 👍🏻
SO, depending on your device, a good DAC could improve bluetooth sound, but it will always be lossy. Android devices that support AptX bluetooth get close to CD quality with other AptX devices., but are still lossy.
Ideally, the PC would offer an HDMI output for connection to a receiver/amplifier with HDMI connectivity. If your PC does not have an HDMI output or your receiver/amplifier does not offer HDMI connectivity, a USB DAC would be your best option for connecting the PC to your system: bit.ly/1jiPDm5 For additional assistance & personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: By phone: 800.315.0030 Online chat: bit.ly/1b07Ykm e-mail: advisors@crutchfield.com I hope that helps. --Crutchfield
does that mini jack cap for that optical cable downgrade somehow audio signal quality? p.s. wait a second. is that cap optical to mini jack stereo plug or is it optical to some sort of mini optical plug ?
He said it plugs into the same port as your headphones (making it a 3.5mm adapter) so I am thinking this guy is an idiot and does not understand computers OR audio quality very well at all.
You can have a toslink port integrated into a jack port. The jack connects on the outside diameter of the plug while the toslink connects from the front. Its just and adapter, a transparent tube that transfers the light signal from the diode to the toslink cable.
Rimantas Vaupsas We have a few wireless DACs and several network music streamers that offer Wi-Fi & built-in DACs: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc180/shopsearch/Wireless_DAC.html##&nvpair=FFCategory%7C%5Brank308950%5DDigital-to-Analog%20Converters & www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc180/g_320350/Network-Music-Players.html?tp=7046 For additional assistance & personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc180/ContactUs.aspx I hope that helps! --Crutchfield
Crutchfield any recommendations/ideas if I'd like to connect my existing DAC that i feed via USB cable, and I just want to get rid of that cable? Cant find any reliable options replacing USB cable with some kind USB wireless bundle..
@@crutchfield OK, question....when the external dac is then connected to the av receiver, and your streaming music, which dacs are processing said music?? The receivers dacs or the external dac? I have a Pioneer lx-sc904 av receiver which I understand has some pretty good dacs built in. Thank you.
@@crutchfield Thanks for answering, so..how do I use the internal dacs on the receiver? Connect my laptop or phone via USB directly into the receiver and stream spotify, tidal, etc over my wifi network ?
It allows for higher resolutions, less jitter, and better data rates. When used in conjunction with a USB DAC, it will provide the higher fidelty sound.
Yes depending on what kind of phone you have you can use a DAC there too. This AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt would be an excellent option that has adapters for both Apple and Android phones: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc290/p_703DFLYCBL/AudioQuest-DragonFly-Cobalt.html?tp=59490
RECEIVER or TRANSMITTER ... Where to connect : USING STEREO RECEIVER .. LISTEN TO FM RADIO .... USING BLUETOOTH HEADPHONE * reason why* ( I Live in an apartment .. Noise complaint ) * sigh *
Will what work specifically? The analog minijack? Yes. Optical? no. USB? not likely depending on the DAC or receiver/amplifier. HDMI? most likely but you would need the proper HDMI cable connection for your phone and a receiver/amplifier or DAC that supports HDMI. For additional assistance & personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: By phone: 800.315.0030 Online chat: bit.ly/1b07Ykm e-mail: advisors@crutchfield.com I hope that helps. --Crutchfield
Crutchfield If it will work on my phone ( samsung s4) If I can still use them on my computer its nice, but I also wanna use them on my phone. The DAC I meant, will it work on android devices, cuz I've seen that it works on iphone, ipad and ipod.
calis krit At this time, we do not offer any Android-specific DACs. The Icon iDo was made (now discontinued) specifically for compatible iPods, iPhones, & iPads. For additional assistance & personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: By phone: 800.315.0030 Online chat: bit.ly/1b07Ykm e-mail: advisors@crutchfield.com I hope that helps. --Crutchfield
I do not believe the impedences of a stereo input, and the output of any computer,..MATCH. I've tried everything I can think of. Sure, I can watch Thor on my mac in my sound studio,..and it will sound excellent but I am using pro da/ad converters,.which is not really a solution for wanting to have nice sound in my studio,. But what you are showing here, I have tried them all and they sound pretty poor compared to what they should sound like. Do I need impedence matching transformers?
@@crutchfield The computers I have tried to use in conjuction with my stereo in my living room have all had the 3.5mm (mini) output jacks, which are mainly for headphones. As far as what I am looking to connect to, . I've got a few power amplifiers leftover from my studio days (McIntosh, and Yamaha,..both here in the living room.... I have tried them both. I've also tried a newer yamaha receiver. I've tried the McIntosh with and without a Mcintosh preamp. I always get a sound, I do not get a good sound like I do in the studio. The only thing I have not yet done (got tired of rewiring stuff,..) is to use transformers to change the impedence of the 3.5mm outputs. FYI, I just want stereo sound. The speakers I choose from are Tannoy pbm8s, Yamaha NS10ms, and also a set of Tannoy (I think they are called System 10s,). I generally just use the PBM8s',..I got used to them in the studio.
If available, using the USB output with a DAC will give you the best results. The AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt is an excellent choice here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc921/p_703DFLYCBL/item.html Otherwise, you could try a headphone amp with the 3.5mm output you mentioned: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc921/p_246ZENCAN/item.html
@@crutchfield A headphone amp is really not in the same ballpark as a McIntosh (any older model), or crown DC300a, etc). Headphone amps don't have a lot of headroom..but they serve their use in multichannel recording in a studio. You did give me an idea,. I have a small 2 ch. steinberg da/ad converter (studio leftover) I did not think of trying (almost forgot I had it,.....most of my converters are 8 channel and hardwired into the studio). Thanks for pointing me where you did. I am sure I can get something fairly useable now.
PC to flat screen via VGA, happy with that, now replacing cheap 5.1 surround that worked great from headphone jack. bought improved speakers, need amp, buy pioneer but it wont give true surround from analog in. So I hook up new laptop to it, HDMI, to see if that does it.. no joy. Entertainment PC has no HDMI out. but does have USB 3. what am I doing wrong? Thanks 4your time.
The Pioneer receiver is not likely to support 5.1 decoding via USB so, you'll need to establish either an HDMI or digital audio (optical/coaxial) connection from the PC to the receiver. If the HDMI did not work from the laptop; it may be because the audio output options of the computer were not configured properly. For additional assistance and personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly via phone or through our online chat service: bit.ly/2jBGHPp Hope that helps --Crutchfield
If your computer has a Display Port (DP) you can use a DP to HDMI adapter. DP carries multi-audio channels and should work. Over a year for a response - I hope this is what you found.
Not sure what you mean by that. You want to connect a computer to your car subwoofers? Depending on the connectivity of your in-dash stereo (aux input_, you may be able to connect a computer as an external audio source. For additional assistance & personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: By phone: 800.315.0030 Online chat: bit.ly/1b07Ykm e-mail: advisors@crutchfield.com I hope that helps. --Crutchfield
A digital-to-analog converter (or DAC) transforms digital bits of information into music that you can listen to. There's a tiny DAC inside your smartphone/MP3 player and another one in your computer's sound card; however those tend to be of lower quality than a separate outboard DAC. An outboard DAC decodes the digital bits in your music files with greater precision than the one in your device. And it bypasses your device's built-in audio output circuitry, resulting in cleaner, more accurate sound quality. You can view a full selection of DAC's on the Crutchfield site here for more info: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/m_308950/Digital-to-Analog-Converters.html Hope that helps! --Crutchfield
apparently you were asleep at the beginning of this video, he went over that very point !!!! If you are satisfied with that option, you need to have your ear canals cleaned out with something strong. And don't stop there ........
We have an article that will help cover exactly what a DAC does and things to look for in them depending on your use of it. Here's the link to that article: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/learn/choosing-a-digital-to-analog-converter.html
Who keeps perpetuating this Toslink crap? It's a horrible cable, does not like distances and easily breaks inside. The coax is so much better. Most people also don't understand about DAC's and figuring out which device has the better DAC. Since we only are able to listen in Analog, sometimes depending on the computer and sound card the regular RCA cable is the best if you are not interested in home theater but just good 2.0 stereo sound. Many low end receivers have low end DACS and the chances that your computer DAC is better is high. Plus the Toslink sounds worse the longer the cable.
We do offer technical support (free on items purchased from us) that will be able to help you. Feel free to call for additional assistance: 800.315.0030--Crutchfield
This guy's selling snake oil. As long as the signal passes the. "eye diagram" no cable sounds better than others on HDMI. Almost any ,$5 cable will pass if it's less than 3 m. ( 10 feet )
I do rather wonder how people have the nerve to create videos like this. It is clealy designed to wow those with no comprehension of technical matters - and that's fine - but surely the responsibility to not talk bollocks is that much greater. Gold will improve a connection. It has no actual impact on sound quality. Gold is soft and will quickly wear away on connectors that are repeatedly reinserted. Cables are the biggest concern - all the florid rubbish about cable quality gushes out like vomit from a drunk. Believe it or not, the layman really can understand sample rates, quantisation noise etc when explained by somebody who knows what they are talking about and who chooses not to patronise them. Sadly, every video I have checked today to simply identify the full specs of some audio DACs, hidden from view by the manufacturers, demonstrates the degree of technological deception endemic on RUclips.
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the only most relevant video for pc audio stereo stuffs.
This is very educative especially as I was stuck with a simple analog cable connection from Macbook Pro [mid 2012] direct to an input on the preamp. My older DAC does not offer USB nor HDMI inputs. I had not realized that the headphone out doubles as a Mini Toslink optical out! Have just ordered a suitable cable and am waiting for it to arrive and hopefully be able to connect the Mac directly to my DAC. Thanks again.
I didn't even catch it as a presented option; I watched the vid again and realized that you did include it, I apologize for being so hasty in saying what I did. Yeah, I know what you mean in any case; I've used that method (speaker jack-to-aux on stereo) for my computer's audio pretty much as long as I've had it (consider my Aux stereo switch as my 'computer speakers' ^_^). As fidelity goes, I'm quite happy with what I do with it, but I have no business speaking for anyone else. :) Thanks again!
I am glad to hear it! --Crutchfield
Thanks for this info softly spoken gentleman you've been a great help have a nice day...:-),
This is certainly a solution and featured as option number 1 in the video. If you find the audio quality satisfactory and don't mind hearing every sound the computer makes through your audio system (without adjusting your computer's audio settings), it's a great value-oriented solution. For greater sonic fidelity and performance, a USB connection to an external DAC will offer a significant performance upgrade over the Digital to Analog Converters built-into most computers. HTH!--Crutchfield
Too what inputs should you connect the rca cables? play 1,play2,phono, tuner, cd on the amp?Not getting any sound whatsoever!
Hey just wanted to say thanks! From Australia.
If your receiver does not offer HDMI, then you will not be able use this connection. If you simply want audio, you could use a digital audio output (optical, coaxial) if your computer offers one. If not, you would be limited to the analog audio output or headphone jack for a physical connection. You could also use a wireless USB digital to analog converter (NuForce Air uDAC). Feel free to call for additional assistance: 800.315.0030--Crutchfield
If you have a desktop and the video card in it only has HDMI output, then that was meant to go to a monitor. In this case, you would have to use one of those other ways to get audio out of it. Laptops have monitors built in so the HDMI output can be used for just audio so you can send it to a receiver. Feel free to call for additional assistance: 800.315.0030--Crutchfield
Crutchfield can this HDMI output goes to a Home theatre system instead ? See my more detailed comment
USB out put to the DAC is digital information. It's information not sound, so cables shouldn't make a difference.
Greg Fox "...so cables shouldn't make a difference"
Another neat thing is that you can use a USB or even Thunderbolt dock with your laptop, and then feed an HDMI cable to a stereo or DAC of your choosing. Going to get one for my Dell xps for sure.
Thanks for the info I have tried using HDMI from the computer or the laptop to the Marantz AVR laptop recognises the HDMI or the Avr but no sound I then tried a toss link same problem laptop recognises the Avr but no sound
Hmm, that might be one you need to troubleshoot with our tech support. Both of those connections should support audio. You can reach our tech department at the phone number at the bottom of your invoice or account login.
Love when I hear about "cheap" cables and "better quality" cables. I've used them both and there's not a world of difference between the two.
Audiophiles like to convince themselves that there is and I find that hilarious.
Jason Duhamel better cables make a difference in better audio equipment. If you have a cheapo amp the cable can’t make it sound good. But the quality of amps has improved dramatically over the years and as most of the input is digital they’ve been developed with that in mind. So, if you have a good audio system it should be better with decent cables. Personally I don’t think you can beat the sound from a decent valve amp but each to their own.
Audiophile *audiophoolery* is a cancer these days.
@@garmit61 Audioquest sells a lot of snake oil above $100,-
i have no idea (yet) as to what changes the sound, but i bought a silver-plated copper cable not from audioquest (2.5mm) to replace the headphone's stock cable (3.5mm) and the change in sound was immediately noticeable. now, some say the myth is the balanced vs unbalanced headphone out, and some say the myth is the cable (some say both). but all i can say is at least one of them is making a difference, so at least one of them is not a myth. i haven't gotten to testing which one is the myth yet though, as i don't have an adapter to plug them in the same output.
The guy advertises "better" digital cables. Yes there will be a difference in the jack cable because its analog and the sound "goes" trough it. In the digital cables (usb, hdmi) all that goes trough it is 0 and 1 signals. Theres no reason other than looks and durability to buy more expensive digital cables
That's not a system we've offered. If the owner's manual is not helpful, you may want to check with the retailer that sold you the speakers. If they won't help, you can try contacting the manufacturer directly. Creative does have a "Support" section on their website. HTH!--Crutchfield
How do you wire the laptop to car audio amp and stop pop when switching laptop off and match the ohm to car audio amp. Laptop has wrong output, I think it is 16 ohm. Car amp has 4,2 or 8ohm??? HOW?
Poor video for beginners as he did not show how to plug into the receiver.
In other words for Noobs He didn't go thru with it all to prove it out I suppose....
Very helpful! Thanks!
My Hifi is 15 years old, both RCA in the back are used up by both speakers, the only option i have is a 3.5mm headphone jack on the front of the Hifi, can use a HDMI or USB to headphone socket adaptor to connect my Laptop to my Hifi., Thanks
If that 3.5mm jack is an audio input, then a USB DAC can be used to help connect a computer to it. Here's the link to our DAC's:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/m_308950/Digital-to-Analog-Converters.html
@@crutchfield Thanks, i'll take a look.
I may made some anyone missunderstand or understand all I doubted is I want to hear the real sound from this uTube or any clips that talking about these machines. Thanks.
You leave a lot of information out.... show the connector on the end of the wires. Explain what a DAC is.
Wow, this is 12 years ago.
Hello, thank you for making this tutorial video. I would like to ask why the sound is not as strong as when I play bluetooth from the iphone. I use the HDMI calbe to connect my laptop to the Denon AVR-X540BT (5.2) via Hdmi CBL/SAT.
Thank your so much for your reply.
Your phone must have a better built in amplifier or DAC.
Need more detail. I need to be shown everything I need clearly. An example of a reasonably priced dac. Following in detail the connections from usb to socket on the dac then from dac detail wiring showing the back of the amp in to phono's or digital toslink. Everyone I see seems to skimp over details. I have tons of flac files on my laptop I want to play to my digital inputs on the marantz amp.
Hi Dave, what are you looking to connect via USB specifically? What model is your Marantz amp?
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hey i connect my laptop using a 3.5mm jack to my stereo RCA's on my hifi it distorts loudly with a lot of feedback, i did some research and it seems that its the amps. because pc speakers have amplifiers, and apparently hifi speakers don't. is there anything i can do to correct this?
What connection should I use to connect my lenovo 400 laptop to my Phillips surround sound. I was using ahead phone jack with stereo RCA cable but then it let out a loud screeching sound so I'm at a loss as I'm looking for a longer looking cable such as mentioned. I only had a standard length which I had to reconfigure to get it to fit into the surround as well as the head phone socket do they not make them longer.please could you advice me on the best cable wether it be a solid coiled cable or to use a hdmi from computer to stereo or back to the( RCA jack).
your feed back would be very much appreciated.
chef.
+Cheryl Harris To get the best sound quality from your computer, I would recommend connecting your computer to your stereo system using a digital to analog converter connected to your laptop's USB port; like this AudioQuest DragonFly model: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/p_703DGNFLY2/AudioQuest-DragonFly-v1-2.html?tp=59309
Then we have a 10-foot long minijack to RCA cable to plug it into your Philips receiver: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/p_979CMR210/Hosa-Stereo-Mini-to-RCA-Adapter-Cable-10-foot.html?tp=35005
I hope that helps!
--Crutchfield
Thanks, very much appreciated
My stereo is conected with my pc but when i try to play some music on it dosent work... (i have tested the stereo without the pc?
How do you wire the laptop to car audio amp and stop pop when switching laptop off and match the ohm to car audio amp. Laptop has wrong output, I think it is 16 ohm. Car amp has 4,2 or 8ohm??? HOW?
I'm sorry but I;m just not that computer savvy, and a lot of what was said was honestly over my head. So I have a question that I hope isnt too silly of me to ask. I just bought a Creative Inspire T6160, and I want to connect it to my laptop. The issue is that it uses three connections (orange, green black), and I am I so lost about how to connect it. Do I need to be an adapter? If so, do you have any suggestions of good ones. Any help is greatly appreciated
Despite some of the comments here, I feel this was a very informative video :) However, I am having trouble connecting my laptop to my stereo via: HDMI cord. I can connect to my TV quite easily and play music, but I am wanting a better quality sound. When I connect the HDMI cord to my laptop and stereo, I go to my control panel, hardware and sound, sound and onto playback... But my stereo does not show up, I am using a windows 8 ASUS laptop, and trying to connect to a PANASONIC stereo system. Do I need anything else to accomplish this task, or need to follow additional steps? I thank you for your video and would deeply appreciate a response. Again, thank you for your time and effort :)
It's difficult to say what the issue may me. Two devices connected via HDMI are supposed to "handshake" (EDID) so each knows what the other's capabilities are. If this is not happening, you may need to adjust the output options of the computer. Try starting with a basic 2-channel stereo setting (PCM), the lowest video resolution option and work your way up from there.
You may also want to try connecting another device (Blu-ray player, cable/sat box, streaming video device, etc.) to the Panasonic's HDMI input to ensure it is functional.
Hope that helps!
--Crutchfield
Crutchfield I am having the same problem as @akroyd above. Have you tried running a laptop hdmi output straight to a receiver hdmi input *without* going through a video source? It seems there is not much knowledge in this area... it just doesn't work. Any ideas on how to solve the issue if you do not own a tv or do not have one with hdmi? (BTW I have a Dell Inspiron N5050 and a Sony 7 channel receiver with 4 hdmi inputs-- they are both new models, as is my hdmi cord).
Informative
how do i connect my reciever with laptop via HDMI??
i dont have a HDMI input on my reciever
Crutchfield hello.
I'm interested in the marantz Model 40n amp you have for sale.
My laptop has an hdmi port.
Could I run this to the 40n hdmi arc port for high quality audio?.
And would it flow through the 40n internal DAC?.
Thanks
The Marant'z HDMI ARC port needs to connect to an HDMI ARC or an HDMI eARC port. Typically, those are found on TV's and some projectors. That being said, we do not sell computers so there could be a chance that it too has the right type of HDMI port. If you have an HDMI ARC or HDMI eARC port on your laptop, then yes, they can work together! If however, the HDMI port does not support the ARC/eARC technologies, it will not work.
Unfortunately newer Macs don't have digital out through the headphone jack anymore. So frustrating. I don't want a stupid box adapter... SO ANGRY!!! haha
I'm trying to connect some speakers I have that just have your basic black and red speaker wire, to my Macbook. Would my best bet be to run them through an amplifier and then to my Macbook?
Given the connections you mentioned, they do sound like speaker level inputs. This is definitely the case if there is no A/C power input on your speakers. We have many to choose from found here: bit.ly/1oQgl7i
For additional assistance & personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly:
By phone: 800.315.0030
Online chat: bit.ly/1b07Ykm
e-mail: advisors@crutchfield.com
I hope that helps.
--Crutchfield
I was trying to see how to hook my computer speakers that's mono. up to my audio interface stereo wise
i have 2011 hp computer it only has usb microphone and vga and vga i have 2 moniters hooked up and i got a reciever i wanted to hook up to the computer what cord should i use for best uality and how do i set the setting so my computer plays through the system ,, it has hdmi audio connections on the reciever but my computer does not have these ... if i used a usb from my computer to the reciever what setting do i use for the reciever for it to play.. or should i jus try a microphone connection... still what setting would the reciever have to be on.. im having issues
Unless the receiver you're using has an asynchronous USB (type-B) DAC input on it, the only way to connect your computer to your receiver would be via the 3.5mm headphone jack on your computer.
You may want to consider adding a stand-alone USB DAC to your system if your receiver doesn't have one built-in. Here's a link to the USB DAC's we carry at Crutchfield: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/g_371850/Desktop-USB-DACs.html?tp=59340
For more info on that, feel free to speak to an expert Advisor via the "Contact Us" link at the top of our website. I hope that helps!
--Crutchfield
Not to come down on the poster, but (and this would just be for audio) what's wrong with buying an 0.5mm-to-RCA stereo cable for what...$5-10?...and connecting your rig's headphone/speaker jack to a tape or aux input on your stereo? I've had that set up for quite some time, and believe me, pumping out the tunes on my 300w x 2 Technics is nothing I'm unhappy with.
-Abs.
I currently use HDMI out from my PC to a projector and just use an PC audio jack to audio out to a 2.1 computer speakers. Can I instead HDMI out to a Home theatre system and via the HTS, I use its HDMI out to my projector and remove my 2.1 computer speakers ?
Sure! If your PC has an HDMI output you can use that to feed the A/V signal to your receiver; then take the HDMI out from the receiver to your projector. If you'd like to discuss further, please contact an Advisor directly from the Crutchfield website: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/support/ContactUs.aspx
Hope that helps!
--Crutchfield
Crutchfield Thank you. That was how I imagined. There are super low volume sound coming out of my projector. So I guess the HDMI out from PC does carry an audio signal
I connected the RCA ends to the CD/Aux input of my receiver and the 3.5mm end to the headphone jack of my computer. I used a 1/4" adapter to plug my headphones into the receiver but I'm just getting a loud buzzing noise. Any idea what could be causing it?
You may want to try replacing the cables to see if that helps. If not, feel free to reach out to one of our Advisors on the Crutchfield website: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/Support/Chat.aspx
They can offer more tips and/or solutions to fix the issues you're having.
Hope that helps!
--Crutchfield
I have a Scarlett 2i4, audio technica atlp120. a reciever, infinity studio speakers, and my laptop. How can I connect it all so that I can get data from my turntable, to my laptop, while playing through my speaks. Help would be great!
+Cooper Ogborn If your receiver has preamp outputs, then you can use a cable like this one: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/p_979CPR202/item.html
to feed the audio from it into the 2i4 and then into your computer while listening to the same audio. For additional assistance & personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/ContactUs.aspx
I hope that helps.
--Crutchfield
how do i connect my laptop using windows 10 to a stereo system that only has a usb port
+Sharon Strickland Unless your stereo system has an asynchronous type B USB port to connect your computer to, your best bet would be to use an external DAC (digital-to-analog converter) to make that connection.
You can find a full listing of external DAC's on our website here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/g_371750/All-DACs.html?tp=59309
If you have any other questions, feel free to get in touch with one of our Advisors using the "contact us" link at the top of the webpage.
I hope that helps!
--Crutchfield
How can I hook a minidisc player mxdd400 Your computer iMac or Windows computer I’m thinking about buying one
Hi Leonard, the Sony MXD-D400 can be connected with RCA or optical digital cables. Connection instructions start on page 7GB of the manual here: pdf.crutchfieldonline.com/ImageBank/v20030720134500/Manuals/158/158MXDD400.PDF
I use connected rd915x to laptop
oh my god thx so much you saved me so many hours man thx
Thank you for your video.
I think toshlink is limited to 24 bit / 96 kHz only and not full high audio resolution of 24/192 and/or more. However, the USB 2.0 protocol (there's USB 3.0 now) is capable of handling 24 bit / 192 KHz resolution which technically speaking is better than Toshlink (provided, the quality of source, DAC, interconnects and speakers are of good quality also, to handle the audio spectrum and depth). Correct me if I am wrong please..
I have a question too, which is -
How to connect a sub-woofer in a stereo set-up for best music experience considering the source is laptop (windows 7 based playing FLAC files) + DAC (NAD D1050) + Stereo Amplifier (Marantz PM 8003) + Speakers (Wharfedale Diamond 10.5 floorstanders) + Sub-woofer (Wharfedale SW 150).
Would much appreciate an answer, chat or a video.
The Marantz offers a pair of stereo RCA pre-outs you can use to provide the audio signal to your powered subwoofer. For additional assistance and personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: bit.ly/2jBGHPp Hope that helps!--Crutchfield
Hi, many dacs don't have physical button to increase volume. Is there a software to install it to the pc and it gives an interface tha controls volume ? Or its better to buy a compo dac+amp to have physical volume buttons ?
Thank you
Some external DACs do offer the ability to adjust the pre-amp signal level but the master volume is commonly controlled by the external pre-amp, receiver, powered speakers or integrated amplifier. For additional assistance and personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: bit.ly/2jBGHPp Hope that helps.--Crutchfield
I want to do the exact opposite,i have two car audio Pioneer decks and i would love to use them at home,already did it with my walkmans that are connected to the mic jack.Hopefully it will work as good or not?
Interesting idea! What are the Pioneer models? What are you looking to connect them to specifically?
@@crutchfield With my mini PC,to be able to get the sound out of the BT Speakers that i have on it.The one that i want to connect more is the Pioneer-KEH-M9300RDS.
Thanks! We don't show any aux input on that model. If it has one, you could potentially connect the PC that way. You will need a power inverter as well.
How come through USB connection the music sounds more "digital" and harsh as opposed to phone jack-rca?
There could be a few reasons you are hearing that on your system. I recommend contacting an advisor to discuss your setup and get a personal recommendation on a solution for that issue. Here's how to reach us for that help:
bit.ly/2xOOeQR
What about laptops with the newer "combination" mic/headphone port ? ie one hole, not two. My own laptop is connected to my amp, which is linked to my floor speakers, in the way you demonstrate at the beginning- I have a headphone port then a 2nd port for a mic. But when I plug in the mini 3.5 cable to my son's new laptop, with the newer combination port, no sound comes from my floor speakers, it just comes out of his laptop. Will a USB audio jack solve the problem ?? I need to get a new laptop for myself and it HAS to be hooked to my stereo for proper sound, but every one I've looked at has this new combo jack system so I am concerned . Thanks.
+Victoria Zasikowski I could be wrong as I'm not an expert on computers, but you may need to go into sound settings and make that output for speakers. Also, you may want to go into the sound settings to make sure the audio is being directed to the output and not just the internal speaker. However, getting a USB headphone amp/DAC will tell the computer that you want to send the audio to the amp/DAC and bypass the need to check both of those settings. This will allow you to get audio from any computer with an open USB port no matter the other connections on it. For additional assistance & personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/ContactUs.aspx
I hope that helps.
--Crutchfield
Ok so in such setup which element processes audio signal and which one just passthrough it. amplifier or soundcard?
When using the analog output of the computer (commonly, a 3.5mm minijack), the digital to analog conversion takes place in the computer using it's DAC. When using a digital output (optical, USB, HDMI), the digital to analog conversion is handled by an external DAC. External DACs will generally provide much better performance and sound quality than using a computer's built-in DAC.For additional assistance and personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: bit.ly/2jBGHPp Hope that helps.--Crutchfield
Hello! I have a question. I have bought a cheap mini amplifier so as to work with my old passive speakers and I want to connect them to my PC. The problem is that the amplifier wants energy (power source 12V) and after connecting together with PC it provides ground loop buzz.... How can I avoid that? I hope it won't damage anything... Tried with Jack to Jack cable, RCA splitter to Jack. Also, the amplifier has a USB port (not yet tried), which I don't know if it's gonna work directly in PC USB, or it'd require a driver....
Thanks
Hi Thanos, are you using all 12V components? What is the exact setup? What model amp are you using?
It's Chinese, XinYi Audio. I found it! USB connection to PC is more stable, clear audio! [the amplifier has a "USB Audio in" input. Thanks by the way!
We are glad you resolved buzzing sound issue!
My Mac laptop had a new logicboard installed and one channel at a time is what i get with my repair
the tech tells me that i damaged the new logicboard when i plugged into stereo is he lying to me?
That's a tough one and we doubt we will be able to give you a definitive answer. We do know that properly connecting an audio output on a computer to an audio input on a stereo does not cause damage. Using the wrong cable or connecting to an output instead of an input on the stereo could cause issues.
so that little dac outperforms the big stereo reciever amp box thing?
yes! it does.
I bought single male connectors and put my new boombox on aux and plugged the boombox to the computer and can listen to anything I want from the computer. But, shouldn't I be using the blue output port on the p.c.? With or without the computer, the new boombox makes sound. Boombox has speakers in it. That blue port is just confusing. I read and read and don't get it. It works with either green or blue ports. Which port should I use? p.s. good video.
When using the analog auxiliary audio input on your boombox or powered speakers, you would connect to the computer's headphone or "speaker" analog audio output. This is most commonly a 3.5mm stereo minijack connection.For additional assistance and personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: bit.ly/2jBGHPp Hope that helps.--Crutchfield
hi steve - so what is the best way to connect my iphone or ipad to my home stereo which has a Denon PMA-720AE integrated amplifier with network amongst other input options - any idea, please as i'm struggling?
It appears your Denon is a model released in the UK. While we have several options for your application, we do not ship internationally. At the very least, you can check with the equipment manufacturers to see if they are available in your region (If so, they may have a different model nomenclature).
Having said that; iPod/iPhone/iPad-specific solutions can vary based on which version of each product you plan to use. For older generations that use Apple’s 30 pin Dock connector, the Arcam drDock is a great option: bit.ly/1fdWNDg This dock offers a nice design that can accommodate the varying chassis sizes of iPods, iPhones, & iPads. The buit-in DAC bypasses the device’s internal DAC offering better sound quality & dynamic performance. You can connect the RCA outputs to an available input on your Denon, connect the USB port to your computer synching the device, and connect the HDMI output to your television for any video content from the devices. This dock is compatible with iPod classic, iPod touch (1st through 4th generation), iPhone (up to the 4s), & iPad (1 & 2).
For even greater connectivity options & performance, you may want to consider the Arcam irDAC: bit.ly/1ctFH18 This model upgrades to a Burr-Brown 24-bit/192kHz DAC & uses a USB port for connection to compatible devices. As a result, this version works with nearly every iDevice by using the 30 pin or ‘Lightning’ to USB cable that came with your iPod/iPhone/iPad. You can even connect your WindowsPC or Mac for playing digital music files directly from your computer.
Another option would be to add a Network Music Player like the Denon DNP720AE: bit.ly/1j77pK2 When connected to your home network (Eithernet or Wi-Fi), the player can stream digital music files from computers on your network & from online music services (Pandora, Rhapsody, 12,000 Internet Radio stations, etc.). While you can physically connect your iDevices to the Denon’s USB port for playback & charging, this model also supports Apple’s Airplay allowing you to stream audio wirelessly from iOS devices (iPod Touch, iPhone, iPad) on the same network.
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Thank you so much for this advice - will go through it.
Best wishes
What is the best Bluetooth and speaker combo?
Hi Taron! We can help with that.
Are you thinking more of a portable-style bluetooth speaker, a bluetooth-capable set of powered stereo speakers, or a more traditional receiver/speaker combo that has bluetooth built-in?
@@crutchfield I am thinking more of a traditional style. Basically, how to get the best sound out of a computer wireless.
My dream system is to open the laptop, AirPlay or Bluetooth music to my sound system and hear my Jazz collection as if I am actually at a live performance!
AirPlay has a higher bandwidth and can pass better audio to a sound system. You could use something like the Audioengine B-Fi to get the audio into a system with an audio input. Here it is:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc227/p_772BFI/item.html
did he just said that if the usb connector is gold plated you'll get better audio quality?xD
usb is digital so it doesn't have a "sound quality" at all
I mean you could say that the data transfer is a little "better" but that's just....meh :D
Audioquest: sellers of snake oil
Thank for a great programme could you please recommend a good suitable cables for HDMI etc
We carry many good HDMI cables but AudioQuest makes some of the best. Here is a list to their full offering:
www.crutchfield.com/g_190250/I-rYTVc290/HDMI-Cables.html#&nvpair=FFBrand|AudioQuest
But who the heck do I use the cat6 rj45 port, don't mind me as I'm hitting my head against a wall
Jargon explained please! DAC? HDMI?
a dac is a digital to analog converter
when you have a song stored on you're computer it is saved in a binary code(1 and 0)
to get a sound out of these numbers you need to convert them into a analog signal(works with voltage, like a lamp, increased voltage means brighter light)
the dac just converts the digital to a analog signal(often with very high quality)
hope you can understand want I'm trying to say even tho my English isn't the best :)
can I use 3+2 RCA cable, designed for audio/video set up, for my stereo sound system? the cable will connect equalizer with stereo amplifier.
Bob, I'm a bit confused on your question.
@@crutchfield I need 2+2 rc cable for my stereo system..but am getting 2rca head (Red yellow)on one side and 3 head(red yellow white) on other side of the cable, 3+2 type of cable
That is interesting, as yellow is for a video signal. The red and white connectors can still be used, yes.
@schwabechris There could be a lot of different issues at play here. Your best bet is to speak with one of our Product Advisors for a personalized recommendation: 800.315.0030--Crutchfield
soundblaster thx titanium has rca input and output with fiber optic. just sayin.
And if there is a jack of 3.5 as well as a usb ???
It would depend on which device had the USB. On the computer; you could use an external USB DAC for better sound quality than using the computer's internal DAC. For a USB on the receiver/amplifier/audio system, it would have to support connection from a computer and not just USB mass storage devices.
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0:44 What adapter he puts over the toslink jack?
This kind of adapter is only avaible to use in macbook?
The adapter shown at the 0:44 mark is the AudioQuest Toslink/Mini-Optical Adapter (seen here on the Crutchfied website: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/p_703TOSADPT/AudioQuest-Toslink-Mini-Optical-Adapter.html). As indicated in the video, most Apple Mac/MacBook models support this digital audio connection.
Hope that helps!
--Crutchfield
Crutchfield Thanks, can i use this adapter in a different brand laptop?
I'm trying to change from RCA to Hdmi. I tried that recently by changing my receiver options to do hdmi instead of RCA. I'm using a displayport from my GPU to the monitor (as it has 3 DPs and 1 hdmi output). Aswell as hdmi from my GPU to the receiver. Then there's a weird bug that only shows my computer background. But anything else shortcuts, windows doesn't appear when i click on them. If i try to ctrl-alt-delete the entire screen goes black. But when i disconnect the hdmi cable going to the reciever everything is fine again. Any idea why that happens?
Hello, thanks for reaching out. What is your exact setup? Do you have the models of your GPU, receiver, and monitor? How are you hoping to have all of them work together specifically?
@@crutchfield I'm currently using GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER GAMING OC 3X 8G, Marantz NR1200 and GIGABYTE 31" G32QC.I'm hoping to connect my receiver to the pc by hdmi cable. And to connect my gpu to the monitor by Displayport. but for some reason the hdmi cable from my receiver, interferes with the Displayport i have plugged into my monitor.
It sounds like your PC is maybe extending the desktop (helpful when you have two side-by-side monitors) and not mirroring the desktop through the HDMI port. There may be monitor settings within the computer that can be changed so that the HDMI port mirrors the desktop screen with all the shortcuts instead of extending the desktop.
@@crutchfield Yea i got it to work. I had to connect my gpu -> receiver -> monitor via hdmi, and my gpu -> monitor via displayport. And on top of that i had to change from "extending" to duplicate... So in a way, both my reciver and pc is getting video signal to my monitor and i can now change between which one i want to show.
Glad you are set! Thanks for the update.
Hello how do I get the best sound going from my Android phone to PreAmp? Also am I loosing sound using a cheap bluetooth connection in between?
Do I need a cable rather the bluetooth? And would a DAC help me out with better sound.
I'm using Vintage Marantz 2275 and Cerwin Vega D7 set up.
Pulling music from my phone with bluetooth is convenient but making the speakers sound harsh.
Thank you for your insight 👍
Also I'm on a budget and dont wanna spend hundreds 😐
Bluetooth is a lossy signal path, and a hardwired connection is always going to give you better sound quality.
@@crutchfield thank you. Yes that makes sense. How about the Audioengine B1? The B1 suppose to have a 24bit dac built into it. Would that make sound better or go rca and dac? I ask because I was talking to a Crutchfield chat guy and he recommended it.
So now I'm lost and dont wanna spend money on the wrong stuff.
Thank you in advance 👍🏻
SO, depending on your device, a good DAC could improve bluetooth sound, but it will always be lossy. Android devices that support AptX bluetooth get close to CD quality with other AptX devices., but are still lossy.
Can you explain how to connect a pc via hdmi to hifi? Cuz I ain't got luck with that!
Ideally, the PC would offer an HDMI output for connection to a receiver/amplifier with HDMI connectivity. If your PC does not have an HDMI output or your receiver/amplifier does not offer HDMI connectivity, a USB DAC would be your best option for connecting the PC to your system: bit.ly/1jiPDm5
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Thanks for answering, helped a lot!
does that mini jack cap for that optical cable downgrade somehow audio signal quality?
p.s. wait a second. is that cap optical to mini jack stereo plug or is it optical to some sort of mini optical plug ?
He said it plugs into the same port as your headphones (making it a 3.5mm adapter) so I am thinking this guy is an idiot and does not understand computers OR audio quality very well at all.
You can have a toslink port integrated into a jack port. The jack connects on the outside diameter of the plug while the toslink connects from the front. Its just and adapter, a transparent tube that transfers the light signal from the diode to the toslink cable.
thanx:)
What are proven options connecting DAC to PC wireless?
Rimantas Vaupsas We have a few wireless DACs and several network music streamers that offer Wi-Fi & built-in DACs: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc180/shopsearch/Wireless_DAC.html##&nvpair=FFCategory%7C%5Brank308950%5DDigital-to-Analog%20Converters & www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc180/g_320350/Network-Music-Players.html?tp=7046 For additional assistance & personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us directly: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc180/ContactUs.aspx I hope that helps! --Crutchfield
Crutchfield any recommendations/ideas if I'd like to connect my existing DAC that i feed via USB cable, and I just want to get rid of that cable?
Cant find any reliable options replacing USB cable with some kind USB wireless bundle..
The 3.5mm is 2 or 3 rings ?
It will be 3 rings, a Left, Right, and Ground. :)
He plugged laptop into dac with a USB cable but how do you connect the dac to the av receiver???
You can use standard RCA cables to connect an external DAC to your A/V receiver or integrated amplifier.
@@crutchfield OK, question....when the external dac is then connected to the av receiver, and your streaming music, which dacs are processing said music?? The receivers dacs or the external dac? I have a Pioneer lx-sc904 av receiver which I understand has some pretty good dacs built in. Thank you.
You'll be using the external DAC.
@@crutchfield Thanks for answering, so..how do I use the internal dacs on the receiver? Connect my laptop or phone via USB directly into the receiver and stream spotify, tidal, etc over my wifi network ?
What model receiver do you have?
Why is usb best?
It allows for higher resolutions, less jitter, and better data rates. When used in conjunction with a USB DAC, it will provide the higher fidelty sound.
Nice what about phone I don’t have computer only phone. With lot of music my receiver is WiFi I used but would a Dac work or help
Yes depending on what kind of phone you have you can use a DAC there too. This AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt would be an excellent option that has adapters for both Apple and Android phones:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc290/p_703DFLYCBL/AudioQuest-DragonFly-Cobalt.html?tp=59490
RECEIVER or TRANSMITTER ... Where to connect : USING STEREO RECEIVER .. LISTEN TO FM RADIO .... USING BLUETOOTH HEADPHONE * reason why* ( I Live in an apartment .. Noise complaint ) * sigh *
will it work on the phone aswell? Cuz I wanna try it on my samsung s4, even if it will look strange XD
Will what work specifically? The analog minijack? Yes. Optical? no. USB? not likely depending on the DAC or receiver/amplifier. HDMI? most likely but you would need the proper HDMI cable connection for your phone and a receiver/amplifier or DAC that supports HDMI.
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Crutchfield If it will work on my phone ( samsung s4) If I can still use them on my computer its nice, but I also wanna use them on my phone. The DAC I meant, will it work on android devices, cuz I've seen that it works on iphone, ipad and ipod.
calis krit At this time, we do not offer any Android-specific DACs. The Icon iDo was made (now discontinued) specifically for compatible iPods, iPhones, & iPads.
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I do not believe the impedences of a stereo input, and the output of any computer,..MATCH. I've tried everything I can think of. Sure, I can watch Thor on my mac in my sound studio,..and it will sound excellent but I am using pro da/ad converters,.which is not really a solution for wanting to have nice sound in my studio,. But what you are showing here, I have tried them all and they sound pretty poor compared to what they should sound like. Do I need impedence matching transformers?
What type of audio outputs does your PC offer? What are you looking to connect to specifically? What do you feel the current setup is most lacking?
@@crutchfield The computers I have tried to use in conjuction with my stereo in my living room have all had the 3.5mm (mini) output jacks, which are mainly for headphones. As far as what I am looking to connect to, . I've got a few power amplifiers leftover from my studio days (McIntosh, and Yamaha,..both here in the living room.... I have tried them both. I've also tried a newer yamaha receiver. I've tried the McIntosh with and without a Mcintosh preamp. I always get a sound, I do not get a good sound like I do in the studio. The only thing I have not yet done (got tired of rewiring stuff,..) is to use transformers to change the impedence of the 3.5mm outputs. FYI, I just want stereo sound. The speakers I choose from are Tannoy pbm8s, Yamaha NS10ms, and also a set of Tannoy (I think they are called System 10s,). I generally just use the PBM8s',..I got used to them in the studio.
If available, using the USB output with a DAC will give you the best results. The AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt is an excellent choice here: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc921/p_703DFLYCBL/item.html Otherwise, you could try a headphone amp with the 3.5mm output you mentioned: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYALc921/p_246ZENCAN/item.html
@@crutchfield A headphone amp is really not in the same ballpark as a McIntosh (any older model), or crown DC300a, etc). Headphone amps don't have a lot of headroom..but they serve their use in multichannel recording in a studio. You did give me an idea,. I have a small 2 ch. steinberg da/ad converter (studio leftover) I did not think of trying (almost forgot I had it,.....most of my converters are 8 channel and hardwired into the studio). Thanks for pointing me where you did. I am sure I can get something fairly useable now.
Glad we could help! Let us know when we can help again
PC to flat screen via VGA, happy with that, now replacing cheap 5.1 surround that
worked great from headphone jack. bought improved speakers, need amp, buy
pioneer but it wont give true surround from analog in. So I hook up new laptop
to it, HDMI, to see if that does it.. no joy. Entertainment PC has no HDMI out.
but does have USB 3.
what am I doing wrong? Thanks 4your time.
The Pioneer receiver is not likely to support 5.1 decoding via USB so, you'll need to establish either an HDMI or digital audio (optical/coaxial) connection from the PC to the receiver.
If the HDMI did not work from the laptop; it may be because the audio output options of the computer were not configured properly.
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If your computer has a Display Port (DP) you can use a DP to HDMI adapter. DP carries multi-audio channels and should work. Over a year for a response - I hope this is what you found.
will this work on my cars subwoofers
Not sure what you mean by that. You want to connect a computer to your car subwoofers? Depending on the connectivity of your in-dash stereo (aux input_, you may be able to connect a computer as an external audio source.
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yes i want to play music on my vehicle subwoofers
"there's these things called wires, see..."
what is a DAC?
A digital-to-analog converter (or DAC) transforms digital bits of information into music that you can listen to. There's a tiny DAC inside your smartphone/MP3 player and another one in your computer's sound card; however those tend to be of lower quality than a separate outboard DAC.
An outboard DAC decodes the digital bits in your music files with greater precision than the one in your device. And it bypasses your device's built-in audio output circuitry, resulting in cleaner, more accurate sound quality.
You can view a full selection of DAC's on the Crutchfield site here for more info: www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc000/m_308950/Digital-to-Analog-Converters.html
Hope that helps!
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can i record music onto my computer from my stereo
There is software out there that will let you make a digital copy of CD's and some turntables have USB ports so the same can be done with albums.
Just download for youtube.
fast and furious !
apparently you were asleep at the beginning of this video, he went over that very point !!!! If you are satisfied with that option, you need to have your ear canals cleaned out with something strong. And don't stop there ........
So what is dek? A jargon everyone should know except a few like me who are the only ones care of this lesson.?
We have an article that will help cover exactly what a DAC does and things to look for in them depending on your use of it. Here's the link to that article:
www.crutchfield.com/I-rYTVc227/learn/choosing-a-digital-to-analog-converter.html
This video was recorded in 2011...just saying
HOW??? I don't want to hear you lyrical about cables HOW?????
Hi James, how can we help?
nah that's oka fixed it myself
Solid core wire ? Seriously ?
Too much 'tell', not enough 'show'.
Who keeps perpetuating this Toslink crap? It's a horrible cable, does not like distances and easily breaks inside. The coax is so much better. Most people also don't understand about DAC's and figuring out which device has the better DAC. Since we only are able to listen in Analog, sometimes depending on the computer and sound card the regular RCA cable is the best if you are not interested in home theater but just good 2.0 stereo sound. Many low end receivers have low end DACS and the chances that your computer DAC is better is high. Plus the Toslink sounds worse the longer the cable.
We do offer technical support (free on items purchased from us) that will be able to help you. Feel free to call for additional assistance: 800.315.0030--Crutchfield
hello hello
gold plated usb
You have got to be kidding :)
Nope, they are real.
this guy looks like the chef from wet hot american sumer tv show
This guy's selling snake oil. As long as the signal passes the. "eye diagram" no cable sounds better than others on HDMI. Almost any ,$5 cable will pass if it's less than 3 m. ( 10 feet )
I do rather wonder how people have the nerve to create videos like this. It is clealy designed to wow those with no comprehension of technical matters - and that's fine - but surely the responsibility to not talk bollocks is that much greater.
Gold will improve a connection. It has no actual impact on sound quality. Gold is soft and will quickly wear away on connectors that are repeatedly reinserted. Cables are the biggest concern - all the florid rubbish about cable quality gushes out like vomit from a drunk.
Believe it or not, the layman really can understand sample rates, quantisation noise etc when explained by somebody who knows what they are talking about and who chooses not to patronise them.
Sadly, every video I have checked today to simply identify the full specs of some audio DACs, hidden from view by the manufacturers, demonstrates the degree of technological deception endemic on RUclips.