Schiit yggdrasil + Less Is More vs. Denafrips Pontus II

soix, Thanks for the recommendation. What is your experience with the Gustard R26? Have you heard the Yggdrasil or the Denafrips Pontus II?

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Hello Jerry, Thanks for the reply. What DAC are you using, if I’m not beung to forward...The Yggdrasil + LIM ships in 1 - 3 days, but unfortunately Schiit only offers a 15 day return policy and a 5% restocking fee and I’ll pay $50. in return shopping.

Amazon has the Denafrips Pontus II for $2018.00 + $30.00 shipping but I’ll have a 30 day easy return. However the unit ships from China and has an estimated delivery date of May 24th - June 15th.

I found a US dealer for Denafrips and he’s carring the Pontus II - 12th Eddition. The 12th addition has upgrades. New larger encapsulated dual toroidal transformers, a steel plate between the power supply and the circuitry and ships within 2 - 3 days. Unsure about returns I’ve emailed the dealer for more information.

I’m seeking guidance, would appreciate any comments from anyone who has compared these units.

carlsbad2 - Thanks for the info. I originally set my sights on the Bifrost 2/64 but there is a 10 to 12 week backlog so Iooked at the Schiit LIM. Do you feel the Bifrost 2/64 is better than the LIM? 

I've looked into the Gustard R26 and have crossed it off my short list. Priced right but I'm reading the Streamer is less than par but more importantly I read a thread by Steve Guttenberg where he had service issues. 

I'm down to two DAC's, The Schiit Yggdrasil + Less Is More or Denafrips Pontus II 12th Anniversary Eddition. 

Has anyone heard the Yggdrasil + Less Is More or the new 12th Eddition Denafrips? 

Couldn’t locate any negative reviews or comments on the Schiit Ydggdrasil, or any version of the Denafrips Pontas.After carefull consideration I purchased the Denafrips Pontus II 12th Anniversary Eddition.

I inquired about upgrading the internal fuse and here is Alvin’s response. "...The Pontus II DAC does not incorporate a fuse. Instead, DENAFRIPS has implemented intelligent power management that includes both thermal and overload protection...’

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While I want to take the mfgr. at his word...In light of what Alvin stated about the Denafrips Pontus II 12th not having a fuse, has anyone braved taking the top panel off to verify? I might likely want the Synergistic Research Master fuse installed.

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Thank you soix and sfgak, I'll consider your recommendations!! I have been reading about the I2S connection.

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balooo2 - I appreciate your comments and meant no disrespect. I have mad respect for Mr. Chee! I discussed the alternate fuse with him and here is his response : The Pontus II DAC does not incorporate a fuse. Instead, DENAFRIPS has implemented intelligent power management that includes both thermal and overload protection. 

I found his explanation more than sufficient and I agree, he knows DENAFRIPS gear very intimately. 

vthokie83 - Thank you for the encouraging words regarding the performance of the Pontus II. I'm looking forward to it's arrival. I need to research the DDC's and the compatability of streamers. I had the opportunity to use the I2S cable/interface many years ago when Audio Alchemy first hit the market. All of their gear performed well through the interface. 

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jaybe - I’m using Vinshine Audio however there based in Singapore. Alvin Chee is a total professional. You can reach him through the website. 

The fine print -

• Vinshine Audio webstore processes the order in Singapore Dollars S$

• Upon checkout, the product price will be shown in S$ 

• The exact amount charged by the Credit Card / PayPal may vary slightly depending on the Credit Card Provider's / PayPal's exchange rate

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