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I obtained this product mainly to convert HDMI built-in audio to analog audio. This is to use with a Roku device, because my A/V audio receiver does not have HDMI support. My TV's all have HDMI for video, so I do not need - and did not test the HDMI to VGA converter (but I see many customer reviewers have tested it and I refer you to their reviews of picture quality).

In order to convert digital to analog audio, the IPEVO device must include a stereo DAC chip. A standalone DAC can cost anywhere from $20 (most of the cost of this unit) to $5,000 and more. Of course, this IPEVO unit is not an audiophile product, especially given the modest price, so one should not judge it as such.

Instead, I see this product as providing picture and sound for video viewing - usually a less critical activity than listening to your favorite music album.

However, I did compare the sound quality of the IPEVO to a much more expensive DAC on the same audio (by passing my PC's audio through its HDMI output). The IPEVO sound quality was clearly not as good - for example, it added some sibilance on vocals. However, overall the sound quality was just fine for typical TV or movie viewing - a wide response, including good bass response. You would indeed need to pay significantly more to get better performance.

So, if the IPEVO inputs and outputs match your products and your needs, then I can recommend this product on the basis of its price performance.

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