[slim] File Type settings in Slimserver 6.4

2010-06-21 Thread Kellen
I am using an older thinkpad as a dedicated server with 6.4, hardwired cat 5 to one of my SB3's. The majority of my files are FLAC with a few mp3 and WAV sprinkled in for good measure. Almost all are 16/44 though I do have some needeldropped 24/96 material. I am wondering what file type

Re: [slim] File Type settings in Slimserver 6.4

2010-06-21 Thread Phil Leigh
6.4! Your 24/96 material will be being converted to MP3 for playback (from memory - it's a long time ago...) either that or it will be being decimated by dropping alternate samples down to 24/48... Any reason not to upgrade? (to 7.5.1) On recent (7.5) the default file settings are best for

Re: [slim] File Type settings in Slimserver 6.4

2010-06-21 Thread Kellen
Hi, Phil. I have tried 7.4.1 but it was sluggish with my thinkpad so I went back to 6.4.1 Does 7.x offer any improved sonics compared to 6.4? Do the FLAC settings, as presently checked per attached picture, allow for conversion at the server or done via my SB3? -- Kellen

Re: [slim] File Type settings in Slimserver 6.4

2010-06-21 Thread Phil Leigh
Kellen;556786 Wrote: Hi, Phil. I have tried 7.4.1 but it was sluggish with my thinkpad so I went back to 6.4.1 Does 7.x offer any improved sonics compared to 6.4? Do the FLAC settings, as presently checked per attached picture, allow for conversion at the server or done via my SB3?