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Does anyone have a Schiit Yggy DAC?
If you own the Schiit Yggy, or are thinking of buying the Yggy or anything else, you should read this book:“Schiit Happened: The Story of the World's Most Improbable Start-Up”. I am reading it now and it is excellent.  It tells about marketing str... 
Any comments on the DH Labs Silver Sonic Glass Master Toslink cable?
@builder3,  Thanks for the above info.  I installed the DH Labs Silver Sonic Glass Master Toslink cable and like it very much.   I noticed an improved sound quality immediately and it has improved over time.   Thanks again.   
Ayre QX-5 - maximize use and wiring question.
This info is from the Marantz web site:"Latest HDMI Connectivity; HDCP 2.2 Compatible:  With 8 HDMI inputs, including one conveniently located on the front panel for quick connection of video sources, and triple HDMI outputs, the AV7704 has an adv... 
Ayre QX-5 - maximize use and wiring question.
NOTE-1:   Your Marantz AV7704 supports 8 HDMI inputs.  Can you output the Apple TV HDMI signal direct to your Marantz AV7704?   This unit has many input options that might solve your problem.  Please review......  NOTE-2:  As posted above, I also ... 
DAC Input
I agree that you should call Ayre and ask them.  They repaired my non-working Ayre QB-9 DAC at no cost (I paid for shipping).As posted above, Ayre will check your Codex DAC to ensure it is working to spec. I also agree the Schiit YGGY DAC is anoth... 
Looking for an Audio Show
http://www.axpona.comChicago area April 12-14.  Enjoy.  
Does anyone have a Schiit Yggy DAC?
I have no information about the Schiit YGGY DAC running hot and suggest you call Schiit, again, and and ask them.  k4rstar12 reported above that "he owned multiple YGGY's and they were never more than slightly warm to the touch even after being on... 
Buying a Simaudio Moon
ListenUp is an exclusive online dealer for SimAudio Moon.  The link below includes several Simaudio Moon products that have been discounted.  They have 5 screens of Simaudio moon products listed.  If you cannot find what you are looking for, pleas... 
Has anybody tried Qobuz Streaming service?
Any streaming service (Tidal, QoBuz, etc) requires a fully operational network.  This means your modem, router, cable signal being in range and all other related parts must be working correctly.  At the beginning, I had serious router issues and s... 
Has anybody tried Qobuz Streaming service?
I have been using Qobuz for several months and doing most of my listing using their hi-res albums (24-bit/96 and 24/192).   The setup was very easy.  I logged into Qobuz on my MAC Computer and created a Qobuz account.   I signed out and entered th... 
Chord Dave
ricred1,  Okay.  Will do.  Thanks.  
Chord Dave
Statements such as "after owning the Dave for a couple of weeks all I can say is WOW!”, or "it's the most significant change that I've done to my system’ and "The Chord Dave is just outstanding in my "system “ are very impressive posts above.   Th... 
Any comments on AES/EBU XLR digital cable VS. BNC Cable
SimAudio reports “The BNC connection is using the SPDIF path like the coax and optical, so AES/EBU is still the best sounding digital input for the SimAudio 380D DSD DAC”.  I am keeping my AES/EBU connections.  Thanks.   
Bricasti M3
Please see this Bricasti M3 DAC article from the Home Theatre Review:"If you don’t have $10,000 to drop on a DAC, though, rest easy. Or at least easier. Bricasti just announced the release of its new Model 3--a more affordable solution that noneth... 
Any comments on AES/EBU XLR digital cable VS. BNC Cable
@lalitk, Thank you for the information in the above post.  It is appreciated and I will take your advice.   I will make no cable changes and will continue to listen using my AES/EBU cable.