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Cambridge Audio Azur DacMagic vs Micromega MyDac? Anyone familiar with both?

Hi gang:
I'm considering replacing my first generation DacMagic with a Micromega MyDAC in my primary system, which is all tube electronics into Sonus Faber Liuto monitors.  I am using the USB port on an older Macbook to connect the DAC.

I would then use the DacMagic in my secondary desktop system- speakers are Audioengine A5's.

My question is: will the Micromega MyDac be a noticeable improvement or more of a lateral move?  I am new to streaming and the DacMagic is my first DAC.

Thanks very much.

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mesch
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I think the USB implementation in the DacMagic is the weak link. You might try a used USB/SPDIF converter in between your computer and DAC. The MyDAC has advanced USB implementation. 

My thinking is that your system is worthy of a better digital front end than either.  One way to do this is via USB/SPDIF converter into an older high quality DAC which finds its self on the market due to lacking current USB implementation. If budget is a concern the converter can be purchased 1st and a DAC later.

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