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Audioquest 72v DBS problems with my DAC

Anyone had problems using 72v DBS Audioquest cables?

I was having problems with my Lumin U2 streamer, connected to my McIntosh MCD12000 SACD/Dac using a Diamond USB cable. Worked great for awhile then started cutting out randomly, shutting off and gradually occurred more frequently till it was not usable.

Lumin suggested using a Coax cable instead, I used cheap one I had and problem went away. So I bought a AQ Diamond Coax and problem came back immediately, cutting in and out. I unplugged the 72v DBS battery pack, problem went away immediately. Ever time I plug the 72v DBS pack back in, it cuts in and out immediately.

I've looked online and don't see anyone else having this issue....

whitesarhara

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audphile1
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I’ve used AQ Diamond USB between Aurender N200 and Bricasti M3. Never had any issues. Actually a really nice sounding cable. 
Did you buy the AQ cables from an authorized dealer? I hope these are not chinese fakes. Then all bets are off. 

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That’s good. Hopefully you can exchange these cables for something else or return them. 

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Compatibility issues are not uncommon with audiophile USB cables. I’ve had issues with Audience FrontRow USB cable where it would cut out permanently requiring a streamer reboot. 
Check Shunyata USB cables out. New Alpha X is supposed to be excellent. Wireworld cables sound good but they’re on a lean side in my experience. Worth trying. 

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Yes plane jane usb cables always work. The problem is they don’t sound good. You just need to find a cable that works and sounds good. Not a very difficult task. Just takes some time and funds. I use the cable company to audition cables. I run USB cables 24/7 for at least 2-3 days straight to make sure they work with my streamer and dac. 

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