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DAC Bandwidth settings

Hi all
I have looked on the net but can't see a simple explanation to describe the differences between these bandwidth settings on my DAC:
• slow roll off, linear phase
• slow roll off, minimum phase
• fast roll off, linear phase 
• fast roll off, minimum phase 
• apodizing fast roll off, linear phase 
• hybrid fast roll off, minimum phase 
• brickwall  

My DAC is Wyred 4 Sound Anniversary 2v2SE Limited Edition.

Thanks 
Rich
 
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mzkmxcv
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I assume use are using an ESS chip, it’s datasheet on pages 55-58 shows the graphs for the frequency and impulse differences for all 7 (doesn’t show phase though), page 53 shows the tech specs.

Apodizing fast is the default for most DACs.

Keep in mind that, while it depends on the DAC, most people I’ve heard from can’t hear a difference, maybe a minute one. 
 
I would experiment between Apodizing and Fast Linear
erik_squires
15,807 posts
 
The technology matters a lot less than your hearing.

I tend to prefer fast roll off, non-apodizing.

your own mileage will vary, and is certainly very speaker dependent.

Best,
E
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infection OP
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@mzkmxcv yes it's the ESS Pro chip. Thanks, I'll experiment...

@erik_squires  thanks, again I'll experiment. 


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cincyjim
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@infection 
I also looking to purchase Wyred 4Sound DAC 1v2 with Femto clock.
my question is it great DAC as I read the reviews of the Wyred 2v2?
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infection OP
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@cincyjim  I had the 2v2SE & that is a great DAC but I was too curious so purchased the Anniversary model & it's fantastic. Tremendous detail but still smooth. I recommend you try it...
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