@mikelavigne Interesting observations and thanks for sharing. I was a little surprised you were using SPDIF instead of AES/EBU or i2S as they seem to be the preferred digital connections but then took a look and saw the TEAC only has SPDIF and optical outs. On the surface these seem like strange omissions for a transport at this price level, especially as the slightly cheaper Jays CDT2 Mk3 has both of those other connections. Thoughts?