Denafrips FPGA Firmware Update


In case there are any Denafrips DAC owners out there that are not aware of the FPGA Firmware Update, here's the link:

I did the update on my Ares II earlier today and am currently enjoying the results.  It is definitely an improvement without question.

mceljo

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I would also remind to avoid double upsampling in your digital chain and be aware of what’s happening. In other words, if the source is upsampling already for example then NOS mode is likely more appropriate for the DAC. And vice versa.

Also, to avoid the restart in test mode hoop jumping with windows you might instead try, via a CMD window in Admin mode: bcdedit /set testsigning OFF. This should allow the driver install process to complete. Once you have updated you can then CMD: bcdedit /set testsigning ON.

Otherwise, if that doesn’t work for some reason just restart in test mode as instructed ;)

I also have found the sound is generally improved by the update. Also yes, please be aware of the filter settings and such before and after.

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