OP never supplied end result of Schiit repair after being directed to correct procedure. My experience mirrors that of others posting above (excellent). Schiit received my backup Freya+ pre, three years into its 5-year warranty, on Tuesday 11/21 before Thanksgiving. They replaced transformer, fuse, tube heater resistors and I had it back Saturday 12/1 -- well under two week turnaround with an intervening holiday weekend. If there is ANY audio mfr in USA that does as well or better (Rogue? Backert?) I would like to know for future reference.
Upgrade from Schiit Bifrost 2?
Due to a Bifrost 2 failure, I'm considering an upgrade to a non-Schiit branded DAC. What is the next step up from the Bifrost 2? I am currently using a Node2i for streaming (mostly Qobuz), a Rogue Audio Cronus Magnum 3, and Magnepan 1.7s. I will eventually be incorporating a Rythmik Audio F12SE.
If you've had the Bifrost 2 and upgraded, what did you upgrade to and why? How profound was the difference?
If you've had the Bifrost 2 and upgraded, what did you upgrade to and why? How profound was the difference?