Direct Mode in Networked Operation

Legacy versions MacOS
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Just wanted some advice. I use an older Mac OS (10.9.5) which allows direct mode. I have recently added a network streamer (DigiOne - Raspberry Pi with a s/pdif audio board), so I use Audirvana in UPnP mode. I was wondering if direct mode is so important for sound when using Audirvana and the Mac as a set up to the streamer. If it is not important, then I might chose to upgrade my OS.

2

Since Direct Mode is, as I understand it, a driver, is it available when streaming, or would the driver from the streamer’s OS be used?

3

Turns out it’s the driver from the streamer’s OS. So if you’re using streaming exclusively, Direct Mode isn’t a consideration when deciding what MacOS to use.

4

Thanks, Jud.