I have a Focusrite Saffire Pro 24 DSP interface, as seen here:
I read on another forum (I think the Gear Page or Gearslutz) that when using the S/PDIF out on the KPA into the S/PDIF in on the Focusrite interface, you bypass the preamps and D/A converters on the interface.
What I'd like to know is if this is the case, what does this mean in a practical sense sound quality wise? Is it just that the Focusrite is passing the digital signal of the Kemper straight through to my DAW? Am I better off using the analog signal flow from the Kemper to my interface?
I'm very new to interfaces on the level of the Focusrite and DAWs, so any tips from the more experienced Kemper users, especially Fully Grown Male Individuals™, on their preferred signal flow would be welcome.
I'm not looking to take over from Alan Parsons or anything, but if there's a better way between the two types of connections sonically, then I'm interested.
Thanks