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Modwright Elyse DAC input issues

I just want to give a heads up on a potential problem with the Modwright Elyse DAC. I just purchased a used one and have encountered drop out issues with every input other than the USB input. I contacted Modwright to see if there was a fix for it and this is the response I got back for Dan Modwright;
"Hi Darryl and thanks for letting me know. The fact is, there can be an issue with these inputs. It has to do with the quality of your power and the sensitivity of the input receiver to less than ideal data samples. The DAC board was designed and programmed by a third party for us. This bug was never fully worked out and is power quality and environment dependent. I am afraid that I do not have a solution for you. I am glad to hear that via USB it is trouble free.
You could always add a SPDIF to USB converter"

I'm not trying to bash on the Elyse, I just want other potential purchasers to be aware of this possible issue. I think they only made about 40 of them, so I know I'm speaking to a small audience. 


dj

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dj OP
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OK, I know. It is Dan Wright. My mistake. haha
dj OP
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facten,
Thanks for the Modwright Circle info.
I have tried all three inputs on the Elyse (the BNC with an adaptor)  Currently using the AES/XLR with a decent cable. 
Drop outs occur with my streamer and my Oppo too.
Computer to USB has no issues (yet)
Thanks again facten.
dj OP
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Facten, thanks for the response. I’m glad you wouldn’t sell it to the unsuspecting buyer. It drops out 3-10 times per disc, occasionally I’ll get a disc played without dropouts. I just bought a Jays Audio transport when I got the Elyse, thinking I would be in PCM heaven. When it’s not dropping out I am!  I also have a LS100 (with phono) and a KWA150 without issues. Great sounding gear. I was thinking of upgrading to a 150SE. Did you have a non SE prior to your SE? Curious about your opinion if you did. Thanks
dj OP
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Update. Not sure what happened, but the freguency of drop outs has reduced significantly. My initial impressions were based on the first two weeks of ownership. Two months later (maybe 120hrs of use) the dropout rate is probably once every 90 minutes of use if I tried to average it. Same set up. same power supply. I just wanted to update in case someone was looking into the Elyse. Best sounding DAC I have had to my ears. 
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