airwalk

Thank you a lot for in-depth explanation of S/PDIF differences. That's questionable. Why do you think it's cheaper? I dunno about exact schematics but it looks for me it's easier to attach a miniplug instead of optical transcevier since the output coding (channel level, iso/osi) is the same. The question I asked stems simply from the fact that it's more common to see coaxial s/pdif on the pc audiocard instead of optical. So one need either to buy an appropriate sound card or a custom-made transceiver (which is rare in many countries).

I wonder why all the MD players (and CD's also) as far as I know are equipped with optical digital input? Why not coaxial? I personally have no idea. Can anyone out here throw light on the subject? Thanks in advance.