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Yggdrasil OG dac anologue 2 possible problem
The way I read the original post is that he is not concerned about the click itself, but rather the timing difference between the left and right channels. Not sure a quarter of a second is something I'd worry about, but suspect that it is much mor... 
Yggdrasil OG dac anologue 2 possible problem
Schiit uses different clocks for 44.1K vs 48K (and multiples thereof for 88.2K and 96K, etc.)  This gives the most precise handling of the digital to analog conversion.  Cheaper DACs will use a single clock and approximate the sample frequency.  S... 
Anyone dislike Ohm Walsh speakers?
Interesting comments regarding the quality of veneer finish. I tried a set of Ohm 200s about 15 years ago and the cabinet quality was mediocre, but not bad.  Fast forward to more recent times and I bought a set of Ohm 1000s about 4 years ago and t... 
BS Node N130 USB to External DAC won't work
You did say you have a "new" Black Ice DAC. That could be a possible issue if it is new enough that BS hasn't configured their software to work with this particular model, even if it works with other Black Ice models.  That has been an issue over... 
HD Failing on Sony HAP-Z1ES HDD Player, Need help from Owners of Sony Player
Do a Google or Duck Duck Go search for "clone linux hdd to sdd" and you'll get a mountain of info on the subject.    
BS Node N130 USB to External DAC won't work
In looking at the owners manual for the N130, it has only one USB port. The default setting is as an input for a USB thumb driver or external USB hard drive.  The manual says that to use it as a USB output to a DAC, the Node needs updated software... 
Room treatment ideas for annoying external noises
Another option -- just turn up the volume!  
Question about the headphone amplifier in tubed preamps
Another interesting option for you -- Schiit has a solid state 6SN7 tube available to replace vacuum tubes. You could get two of those for the headphone section and then you'd never have to worry running down the tube life while they are sitting t... 
need amp recommendations for more separation of instruments
Besides trying different speaker positions, consider having your room acoustically treated by a professional. Chances are, if the Focal dealer was using $100K of electronics to demo the speakers, I'd suspect they had also put a lot of effort in th... 
Using streaming as a main source ---DSD, FLAC, MQA Streamers and DACS
@motown-l -- a couple of thoughts... -  Getting about a decade's worth of use out of a digital technology product is actually very good. Nothing to complain about there! - There are a number of people that make a good argument that having 24 bit... 
Mu metal for Brio Integratdd
I remain confused. I can't imagine a well respected manufacturer releasing an amp with audible hum.  Don't know which Tekton speakers you have, but do know they are a bit more sensitive than many speakers, but hardly anything over the top in that ... 
Using streaming as a main source ---DSD, FLAC, MQA Streamers and DACS
MQA was invented as a way to reduce the file size with ostensibly less loss of audio quality compared to MP3 and other lossy formats. MQA is still a lossy format -- they've intentionally tossed part of the music data to reduce file size. That was... 
Mu metal for Brio Integratdd
How did the certified tech explain the hum?  
Mu metal for Brio Integratdd
You bought a $1K amp for $300, so sounds like you picked up a used unit. Have you considered the possibility that it needs service? Could be a bad capacitor, a bad internal connection, or some other problem that needs professional technical service.  
Using streaming as a main source ---DSD, FLAC, MQA Streamers and DACS
@kiwiscott -- "What I’m really wondering is -- should I spend my 7k on a set up which would set me up for the next 10 years or do I wait, spending perhaps half that now, and wait to see where the market goes." And, after the market goes to that p...