Ok, so I know that this looks ridiculous BUT these anti vibration spikes actually did the trick. So, if anyone else out there has problems with stacking Lyr 3 and Bifrost 2, I can't recommend these enough. They cost me 10€. Relieved and happy. Now back to enjoying the music :)

Does anyone know how it compares sound wise (as a DAC only) to the Bifrost 2?

Schiit-europe.com doesn't do repairs for equipment bought from Schiit USA. Unfortunately I don't have any experience with opening/fixing electronic devices. I attached a photo that shows where I suspect the noise is coming from.

No, it's not USB only. It's already audible once turned on but gets worse (stronger, deeper vibrations) when the USB input is active. It's also not crazy loud but loud enough to bug me (especially with Lyr 3 on top!). I am able to record the noise with my phone. It's a physical hum that's not...

Okay, so I realized I can't stack Lyr 3 on top of Bifrost 2, because it acts as a resonating body for the hum. Once both units are side by side, it's a lot better! Maybe I should get a DC blocker, though I don't know for certain if the (transformer) hum is created by a DC offset in the power...

Thanks for your insights. The weird thing is that I only start to really notice the hum/vibration once the USB input is active... When the device is on but idle, it's completely fine. Is that because the unit draws more power once it's fed data?

Thanks for your suggestions. I've tried a different port, no change. The cable I use is exactly 2m. It's a really cheap one though. I've already ordered one that's double shielded and only 1m in length. Maybe an ipurifier / idefender is worth considering, too. But if it comes from the...

It's definitely from the unit.

Have any of you ever experienced any buzz or hum coming from the Bifrost 2 when turned on? I use the Unison input with my MacBook air. It's already audible (but very mild) when the bifrost isn't connected to anything but gets even worse once the USB connection is established...

I also dislike how expensive replacement pads are but I just love the Clears anyway, especially considering how they were on the edge of still being affordable to a poor grad student like me (bought them used for 800€).

Thanks!

Do any of you know where to get the original pads for the clear pro (EU area)? I could only find them on bloomaudio for the US and Canada.

Does anyone here know whether the Yggy draws power through the USB connection? Or does the CCK work by itself without extra charging?

Dang, you all want to make me buy one, especially since I'm expecting my Lyr 3 for next week. If you know anyone who would like to sell his/her unit (European version/230 V), please drop me a message.

Are you feeding it with a Bifrost 2?