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Connection options from Node to Denafrips Iris to Pontus
Cambridge CXN V2?  
Connection options from Node to Denafrips Iris to Pontus
Or .abe a newer model Node?  
Connection options from Node to Denafrips Iris to Pontus
Ok. So here we go again.  Streamers.  A quick look online and a couple of models pop up.   Eversolo 6.  Innuos mini. Thoughts?  Other choices?  
Connection options from Node to Denafrips Iris to Pontus
Well, not what I wanted to hear, but it is what it is.    
Connection options from Node to Denafrips Iris to Pontus
Vthokie83,    Excellent idea.   I'll touch base with Alvin. I have a couple of photos of the connection side of the Node that may help.  It is a 2i, so that may not be good news.  
Connection options from Node to Denafrips Iris to Pontus
Are all HDMI cables able to support I2S?  I've seen on some discussions that you have to be careful of what I2S cable is used because there is no standard and some companies us different formats.  I'll definitely be checking my Node when I get hom... 
Connection options from Node to Denafrips Iris to Pontus
Now that I think about it...Alvin from Vinshine told me to use the USB port, so I'm hopeful.    
Connection options from Node to Denafrips Iris to Pontus
On my previous thread, one of the posts stated that they use the USB from their Node to connect to a DAC.  So you're saying 'there's a chance".    
Connection options from Node to Denafrips Iris to Pontus
Houston, we have a problem.....  
Connection options from Node to Denafrips Iris to Pontus
I think my Node has a USB output.  I'll check when I get home.  I just checked the Bluesound website and it shows a USB out. I sure hope so!    
Streamer/DAC combinations
Soix, any advice on wiring.   
Streamer/DAC combinations
Update: Just placed my order for the Iris and Pontus combo.  vthokie83, how do you recommend wiring?  Alvin gave me a suggestion, but would like yours and other Pontus users input.   Many thanks to those who contributed on this thread.  It was gr... 
Streamer/DAC combinations
Thanks to everyone for all of your suggestions!   I appreciate the input.  An external DAC is the obvious way to go.  Seems like the Denafrips Pontus II is the most popular suggestion.   kmcong mentioned the PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk1.  Thought... 
Streamer/DAC combinations
Thanks for the suggestions.  I've been at the Denafrips Pontus II.  Do you think the addition of that to the Node would yield good results?  Then add an upgraded streamer.  Or is the Node not going to deliver good enough data to the DAC to make an... 
Streamer/DAC combinations
Improved soundstage. I feel my streaming setup may be lacking in that area.