[George Hincapie]

Is anyone using an USB to COAX/i2s converter for their Metrum DAC? I have the USB Menuet (comes up as Hiface Evo 2 on the mac). I was thinking of getting an USB converter to input Coax into the menuet. Worthwhile upgrade? The Menuet via USB does keep dropping lock everytime I turn off the computer. I have to restart the DAC as well.

You could look at the Denafrips Iris DDC, which will do what you need. The reviews are excellent and it's (relatively) inexpensive.

 

[thebigcanman]

Interestingly, I had been using a Metrum Flint (with upgrade) for a few years and decided to upgrade to a Denafrips Pontus II. The Pontus II is an improvement in every technical area (detail, soundstage, imaging) … but I don’t know, I think I enjoyed listening to my system more when the Flint was in place.

 

[Contrails]

Interestingly, I had been using a Metrum Flint (with upgrade) for a few years and decided to upgrade to a Denafrips Pontus II. The Pontus II is an improvement in every technical area (detail, soundstage, imaging) … but I don’t know, I think I enjoyed listening to my system more when the Flint was in place.

I felt the same going from a flint to a Topping D70S. Came back to a Metrum Menuet and I am happy again.

I think the Onyx is calling out to you.

 

[kumar402]

In case anyone wants Metrum Onyx with I2S module in US then do let me know. I have moved to Sonnet Pasithea and hence I can part my ways with Onyx. One of the best at its price point.

 

[thebigcanman]

Onyx might be calling… or maybe Pavane.

Its quite strange actually - I can’t figure out the exact quality of the Flint that is missing. Honestly, there is no world where the Pontus II isn’t a clear upgrade. And I do have a highly resolving system (Roon > Auralic Aries Streamer > Pontus II > Elekit 8600S > Coherent Audio 12). Its also very clear that the Pontus II is a better DAC, as I said, an upgrade in every area that I could put into words. But my partner remarked ‘you‘ve been listening to your hifi less lately’ and they are not wrong.

 

[BlackMagic]

Have a friend in Thailand looking to sell his Black L3 Pavane, which has been upgraded with DAC TWO Mods. If of interest PM me and I can put you in touch.

 

[George Hincapie]

In case anyone wants Metrum Onyx with I2S module in US then do let me know. I have moved to Sonnet Pasithea and hence I can part my ways with Onyx. One of the best at its price point.

How does Onyx compare to Pasithea? Much in it?

Onyx to Morpheuus would be a better comparison obviously.

 

[Contrails]

Rumours of new Metrum products?

 

[George Hincapie]

Rumours of new Metrum products?

Which rumours? Spill the beans man...

 

[Contrails]

Which rumours? Spill the beans man...

Apparently Metrum is working on a new line up.

 

[George Hincapie]

Apparently Metrum is working on a new line up.

DACs and amps?

 

[Contrails]

DACs and amps?

Not sure. But new DACs I hope.

 

[thecrow]

Which rumours? Spill the beans man...

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/metrum-pavane.766568/page-44#post-17172955

 

[George Hincapie]

https://www.head-fi.org/threads/metrum-pavane.766568/page-44#post-17172955

Thanks; I saw that. Wondered if there was another post with more detail.

Guess we'll just have to wait

 

[Contrails]

So just got an email from Metrum about upgrading my Menuet from DAC1 to DAC3 chips. Unfortunately it needs to be sent to the Netherlands for the modifications. €850 all up including the chips. Shipping would be about €200 up there and back.

I absolutely love the sound from the DAC 1 chips. I know technically it might not be the best, but it is so engaging. Am I gonna lose this with the DAC3 chips? And are the differences between the chips that huge?

Or just look for a used Pavane/Morpheus and sell the Menuet?