How to connect integrated amplifier with Laptop ensuring no loss

[Maxprocrj]

Dear Friends


I would like to connect my Laptop to a integrated amp,will use loss less files 16/44 24/96 etc.

How can I ensure there is no loss in quality.

Please advise.

Thanks in advance

 

[greenhorn]

I see you already have a Soundblaster USB, but i still think an entry level DAC is a better bet. The signal has to undergo digital to analog conversion at some point along the way, and it will never be perfect, but you can do better than the laptops onboard.
http://www.hifivision.com/what-should-i-buy/27950-headphone-dac-amp-100-a.html
for entry level DAC recommendations.

 

[Maxprocrj]

Thanks greenhorn!!

More info about Z580

HDMI Port
VGA Port

I was planning to use my Soundblaster with NAD356BEE now thinking about Cambridge Audio 651a in buit DAC

 

[greenhorn]

Do you already have an amp or you're planning to buy one? Personally I'd go the separates route unless there were significant savings.
Plus it seems the built in DAC of the 651a supports only 48Khz/16 bit. you can get entry level DAC's that support 96/24. But as always, do hear them out if you have an opportunity

 

[Maxprocrj]

Do you already have an amp or you're planning to buy one? Personally I'd go the separates route unless there were significant savings.
Plus it seems the built in DAC of the 651a supports only 48Khz/16 bit. you can get entry level DAC's that support 96/24. But as always, do hear them out if you have an opportunity

Thanks for reply..


No planning for the right one......