Hi Guys,
I came across this “Audio Buffer” (not a mini amp) while searching for a new headphone amp. It’s supposed to go between the Itouch and the amplifier to improve signal flow.
Just to clarify, the buffer is the silver one underneath the i-touch and i-dock.
This buffer wasn't designed especially for Ipods but more for pro-audio and HiFi setups.
However, it argues that it is particularly useful in synergizing the Ipod to any home based amplifiers. They said that because the Ipod’s audio output circuitry is different to home audio equipment. The two were never meant to work together unless it’s properly matched (by their audio buffer).
Here is their quote http://www.bursonaudio.com/burson_buffer_160.htm
“Impedance mismatch frequently occurs in PC and Ipod based audio systems. Due to their evident difference in operational environments, IPOD or PC sound cards use different output stage designs compared to home based audio amplifiers. That is why connecting an IPOD or PC sound card output to a Hi Fi system, will certainly result in impedance mismatch. The results are loss of dynamics and texture. The more obvious symptoms include a lack of attack in the music (not just bass, but every single note played), a lifeless and thin “digital sound” and a need to turn up the volume to achieve the same sound level.”
Does anyone have any experience with this buffer? Any thoughts on this concept of mismatching?
I came across this “Audio Buffer” (not a mini amp) while searching for a new headphone amp. It’s supposed to go between the Itouch and the amplifier to improve signal flow.
Just to clarify, the buffer is the silver one underneath the i-touch and i-dock.
This buffer wasn't designed especially for Ipods but more for pro-audio and HiFi setups.
However, it argues that it is particularly useful in synergizing the Ipod to any home based amplifiers. They said that because the Ipod’s audio output circuitry is different to home audio equipment. The two were never meant to work together unless it’s properly matched (by their audio buffer).
Here is their quote http://www.bursonaudio.com/burson_buffer_160.htm
“Impedance mismatch frequently occurs in PC and Ipod based audio systems. Due to their evident difference in operational environments, IPOD or PC sound cards use different output stage designs compared to home based audio amplifiers. That is why connecting an IPOD or PC sound card output to a Hi Fi system, will certainly result in impedance mismatch. The results are loss of dynamics and texture. The more obvious symptoms include a lack of attack in the music (not just bass, but every single note played), a lifeless and thin “digital sound” and a need to turn up the volume to achieve the same sound level.”
Does anyone have any experience with this buffer? Any thoughts on this concept of mismatching?
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