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USB sucks
I have an Aurender Music Server / Streamer.  It only outputs USB.  Using a Curious Evolved USB Cable I have never had a single issue with any DAC recognizing the USB connection...DAC's used are Schiit Gungnir MB, Chord Qutest, MHDT Labs Pagoda, th... 
Looking for a front end streamer only.
Consider a Roon Nucleas.  A good review was posted and in which the reviewer got rid of his high priced innous rig in favor of the nucleas.   https://www.stevehuffphoto.com/2020/07/04/roon-nucleus-review-as-a-streamer-vs-innuos-zen-mini-mkiii/  
Need help finding a phono/preamp
Lounge Audio MKII https://www.loungeaudio.com/lcr-mr-iii  
Looking for a speaker cable with a relaxed sound.
Triode Wire Labs  
Most organic / real / analogue sounding DAC (ideally with Volume Control) for $1500??????
Without volume control but the MHDT Pagoda which is a tube based PCM 1704 NOS R2R Dac is very detailed but analog sounding and one incredible DAC.  Can pick them up for $1500 with an extra tube to roll. The Orchid also very nice but it is limited ... 
Where to buy decent 845 and 211 tubes?
Brent Jessie Recording Supply   http://www.audiotubes.com/  
DAC Measurements vs Actual Experience
Many DACS measure like crap but sound great.  Forget measurements and go with what your ears say and not worry about it. 
Which To Choose...Devore Fidelity O/93 vs Zu Soul Supreme ?
My amp is a Pass Labs XA-25. 
Mid Range Streamer DAC recommendation help requested!
I know the bryston is very good and sounds incredible.  Has a very long warranty as well. 
DAC upgrade suggestion
Audio Mirror Tubadour SE 
Best tube preamplifier for under $15k
Linear Tube Audio MicroZotl  
A warm DAC?
Look at these DACSMHDT Orchid DACAudio Mirror Tubadour SE IIIChord Qutest  
Aurender's "Sound"
I have an Aurender N100H and a Pass Labs XA-25 using a LTA Microzotl Pre-Amp.  The USB cable does make a difference on this unit and I found that the Curious Cable Evolved works very well.  I do not find the sound warm at all.  My DAC is a Chord Q... 
Streaming from Bluesound Node2i
Yes, you need a good coax cable to output to your dac.  Also the bluesound node 2i really gets better by replacing the stock power cord and upgrading it. 
Diminishing Returns
Wharfdale Linton Heritage.  Great buy, very good sound and top quality finishwork.....or you can go tekton double impact.  I went with tekton and they are incredible.