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Amazon Music High Definition and Ultra High Definition Equipment Requirements

My goal is to use my late-model iPhone to stream music from Amazon HD/Ultra-HD through some sort of DAC and then on to my stereo (old McIntosh with Bozak speakers). I see that the upper transmission rate specified by Amazon is 24 bit/192 kHz. Am I correct in assuming that a DAC such as, for example, the Schiit Modi+ , will allow me to accomplish this goal?  For reference, here is. link to specs on this DAC:

 

Schiit DAC Specs

philip123456
thibodeaux
1 posts
 

I second the suggestion for the WIIM Mini (or the pro version for that matter.) I’ve had mine since June of last year, and am quite happy with it’s functionality. I bought it specifically because it allows me to stream high res Amazon Music bit-perfect to my DAC while using the native Amazon app on my phone.

The WIIM app is not terrible, but like most other non-native streaming apps, has it’s limitations. That said, it does have some cool features like multi-room audio, content presets, DLNA, and global searching across services. It also integrates with basically all of the music streaming services, which allowed me to compare and contrast the different offerings to see what I liked best for my own needs.

At their price-points, it really seems like a no-brainer type solution that’s worth every penny!

Oh, and not to ignore your question about the Modi+ - That's a fine budget DAC that would work well with the WIIM, but don't think the iPhone would be a great solution at the end of the day.

jwillox
186 posts
 

You will need one of these to grab the digital data from the phone to send to the DAC. 
If the USB in the DAC has power, it can power and charge the iPhone. 
https://www.amazon.com/Apple-Lightning-USB3-Camera-Adapter/dp/B01F7KJDIM/ref=asc_df_B01F7KJDIM?tag=bngsmtphsnus-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=80401905752532&hvnetw=s&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=m&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4584001431258757&psc=1

mahler123
3,322 posts
 

@mwinkc 

 

yes, one advantage of Amazon is being able to directly handle many streaming services.  My CA handles only Qobuz and Tidal, everything else requires AirPlay or Chromecast 

philip123456 OP
3 posts
 

Appreciate everyone's input. I believe I am converging on a solution.

Stay tuned for further developments...........

philip123456 OP
3 posts
 

OK: ended up with a Schiit Modi+ (had the necessary specs). Signed up for Amazon Ultra HD music. App runs on my iPhone: can hear music on iPhone speakers. When I connect the iPhone (lightening connector) to the Modi+ (USB C connector) I get nothing downstream to amp/speakers. In Amazon app, there is a screen that looks like it should be showing the Modi+ as a possible output target, but it does not appear there. Tried multiple cable configurations and at least two iPhones and one Apple MacBook Air: no dice; 

Any thoughts?

 

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