Should I use the dac in my node2i or the one in a marantz av7705?

Just looking for some informed opinions.

should I use the dac in a node2i or a marantz av7705?

the rest of the path contains proceed hpa amplifiers and a pair of Magnepan 1.7i. And a pair of rel 12 t series subs.

thanks in advance.

m3thos05-23-2022 12:48am

mceljo Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,351 posts 05-23-2022 at 02:54am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete It can't be hard to try both out and see if you have a preference or can even tell a difference. I have a Bluesound Node 2i and prefer to use a standalone DAC. My uninformed opinion would be to go digital into the Marantz and eliminate an analog connection that's more likely to be susceptible to a disturbance in the force.