Thanks for the reply. DOP does work over AES or Coax SPDIF but you are correct that the DAC needs to ultimately decode it.

I'm a Gumby Unison owner trying to playback DOP via the Coax input. I was told that as long as the DAC supports 24/176.4 it should because the DAC believes it's simply PCM. So far no joy. Any ideas as to what am I missing?

@Jason Stoddard Not to look a gift horse in the mouth, is there a reason you did not provide a trigger jack along with the standby switch?

Looking for the "best" option is not limited to a particular player unless you are using its internal DAC. Once you are considering I2S then you have to also consider the supporting DAC. As mentioned above I use my BDP-105 with an I2S adapter to feed my Stellar SGCD Preamp/DAC but I also use...

MMCX connectors are typically spec'd for only 500 insertions so I'm not a fan of that approach.

I just noticed that FiiO came out with the "Pro" version along with the silver plated LC-RD. I must say I do not like that they ditched the right-angle connector system. This looks less expensive to produce and I not opining on the sound. I just find having a straight connector on a mobile...

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Gold does it oxidize; however, if it is less than 14kt then it’s base metal can tarnish especially if there are pores or cracks. Tarnish really has no connectivity impact as it is self sealing at the very surface. This assumes that you got a genuine FiiO cable. I have had mine for a couple of...

I don't see any oxidation in the picture. The only conductor that would oxidize is the copper one and it looks fine from what I can see.

It's sold.

Upgrading, so my Bimby needs a new home. Works great! Original owner, light mars on sides (see pictures). Schiit’s current model and fully upgradeable. No need to wait for a new one. Smoke-free home. Buyer pays shipping+insurance, I’ll pay PayPal fees. Will ship to US and Canada and local pick...

I have a BDP-105 and use it mostly as an external DAC for music only but use it also for DVD/BRs via its HDMI to an SSP. For music I actually have it connected to two DACs. I have its SPDIF output connected to my Gumby and its other HDMI out to the I2S input of my PS Audio Stellar Gain Cell via...

Take a look at the desktop ones from Edifier. Their actives start at $99 and are decent.

If you are referring to the headphone outputs the XLR one is balanced and the 1/4 one is single-ended.

Jumping in here there are two places in the Jot where clipping could appear. The first is in the preamp section if you overload its inputs with too high of a signal. This will cause distortion at all volume levels but generally will not damage the headphone. The second would be in the amp where...

Are you perhaps using different EQs under the Accessibility Settings? I believe they are stored locally on the device.

Thanks for the answers as it helps. To begin with, your preamp is feeding the preamp in your A2+ so you see you have 2 volume controls which is never optimum. Instead of connecting the A2+ to your Jot2 you would be better served by connectiNg it to the BF2’s SE connections. It is recommended to...

Can you provide more details? Are you speakers active or is there a separate power amp? Are you using the Jot2's balanced in/outs or the SE ones? Do you hear any noise/pops if you plug in the headphones when on and connected to your speakers? Finally, does this happen using the SE headphone...

I've posted pictures in this thread of the knob off and its insert which is a D-style press fit. Since the insert is not a stiff plastic it does stick a bit to the shaft but will release with enough force.

I have not seriously considered the Valhalla since it became v2 as my configuration has the amp about a 20’ cable run from the BF2 and balanced is the only way to go. I also use my Rai Pentas with the Jot 2 so enjoy its flexibility. I will admit to not spending much time with all-tube designs...

Actually, just the opposite. First, I am not one who likes emphasized bass nor do I listen to electronica, dubstep, or highly processed music much. However, I do appreciate sub-bass but not if the trade-off is losing openness. Coming from the Lyr2 to balanced in the Jot 1 and now the 2, I've...

This is exactly the combo I use: BF2->bal->Jot2-bal->HD 800S and I love it.

I too am suspicious that the draining is due to auto-connect as I have been in the next room received a phone call and had it switched to my APMs even though they were 20' away. If you have an ATV paired which is "on" all the time, this may be happening due to the level of connection promiscuity...

I picked up this adapter at https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001108541655.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.2fd74c4d2NzBiV that I have been pleased with. I use it with my Rai Pentas as my 800S has an XLR already.

Just a thought - Did you put them in the case backwards ;). In any case that is not normal and I have to observed it even leaving them outside the case.