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Pops when streaming

Hello, 

I just recently purchased a Node2i to stream in my system. I'm using the Coax out to feed my Peachtree Dacit into an NAD amp. I'm streaming via hifi not direct connection. 

I'm hearing some pops and snaps when I use Coax out, which are not there if I use the Streamer's own Dac. What's even more confusing is that certain cables pop and snap even more. I've contacted everyone with no help or suggestions as to what is happenning. 

What could be causing the pops ans cracks when streaming? Is this a known issue, related to network, cables, dacs, streamers?

Any help would be appreciated. 

J
halifaxj

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halifaxj OP
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rocray (and lowrider57),

Thanks I’ll try that and report back. At first I thought it was just one of my cables, but I’ve tried 4 Coax and they’ve all done the same.

Also, thinking it might be the network, I streamed through the Node2i’s DAC directly, and the popping stopped.

J


halifaxj OP
13 posts
 
It happens often at the start of songs. streaming from

Spotify
Tidal
Amazon HD

It pops a lot more with some cables. I am trying to identify the source of the problem in case I need to return the Node2i. 
halifaxj OP
13 posts
 
So it seems to have reduced the popping, but it’s still happening.

At this point I think I’m just going to return the Node2i. Doesn’t seem to play well with my system, and Bluesound help is not getting anywhere.

The only other thing I can think of is our phones or other network electronics are causing problems. 


J
halifaxj OP
13 posts
 
Popping back with a vengeance, and tried it with 2 different dacs, 3 coaxial cables, 2 amps. 

I'll stick to CD and vinyl this streaming not worth the hassle it seems. Maybe in a few years!

thanks for all the help, 

J
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