[Xcalibur255]

  I'm exploring an upgrade path to use with my Audeze LCD-Xs, but need to do it a step at a time. I've  been using the Magni2/Modi2 combo and I'm inclined to continue with Schiit products. Is there a minimum amplification quality that I need before it makes sense to add the Yggi. I could go the next step with Mjolner/Gungnir combo, but I'm pretty clear that I want to end up with a Yggi-quality DAC + amp (not clear yet about tube or SS).  Adding the Yggi to the Magni2 would be the other interim path.  Good idea? Bad Idea? Ugly idea?

 
I think Yggy is absolutely super for tube amps in general.  You often hear Jason mention that he prefers Gumby MB because it's a little bit "wetter" sounding, but feeding Yggy through direct heated triodes gives you the best of both worlds in terms of tone, wetness and resolution.

 

[funch]

I can testify to that. I paired my Yggy with an Eddie Current Balancing Act with EML mesh 300B's. End game stuff.

 

[draytonklammer]

Anyone have thoughts on Yggy vs Moon 430 dac?

 

[YugiRider2]

Anyone have thoughts on Yggy vs Moon 430 dac?

Really wasn't a fan of the 430 DAC when I demoed it; thought my Gungnir Multibit was far wider; the Yggdrasil will be considerately better.

 

[draytonklammer]

I'm thinking about getting a Yggy, selling my moon and finding another amp just so I don't waste the DAC.

 

[aksh]

  I can testify to that. I paired my Yggy with an Eddie Current Balancing Act with EML mesh 300B's. End game stuff.

Likewise, paired with the BHSE..sublime.

 

[mulveling]

And Yggy w/ KGSShv Carbon and 009/007/L700 is also sublime.

 

[draytonklammer]

I just wonder which amp I'll get that could match or outperform the moon.

 

[YugiRider2]

I just wonder which amp I'll get that could match or outperform the moon.

Maybe the GS-X.

 

[landroni]

 

I just wonder which amp I'll get that could match or outperform the moon.

Maybe the GS-X.

Here's a review of Ragnarok vs GS-X:
http://www.head-fi.org/products/schiit-audio-ragnarok/reviews/11797
 
From various reports Ragnarok seems to pair really well with Yggdrasil, so if you're looking for an amp for Yggy it might make sense sticking with Schiit gear...

 

[peppino1980]

  I can testify to that. I paired my Yggy with an Eddie Current Balancing Act with EML mesh 300B's. End game stuff.

 
Me too here!
 
My Black Yggdrasil paired with Manley Labs NeoClassic 300B, the Primaluna Dialogue Premium HP (x2) and the Sonus Faber Venere 3.0 are a match made in heaven 

 

 

[essentiale]

I just wonder which amp I'll get that could match or outperform the moon.

Why not just get the moon itself without the DAC?

 

[jerico]

Yggy just arrived. All good so far, although I seem to be affected by the USB power port management issue (on Schiit USB FAQ page). If I connect a cable to the machine's left-side USB port, the Yggy drops in and out. All is fine on the right-side port though.

 

[Failed Engineer]

 
Here's a review of Ragnarok vs GS-X:
http://www.head-fi.org/products/schiit-audio-ragnarok/reviews/11797
 
From various reports Ragnarok seems to pair really well with Yggdrasil, so if you're looking for an amp for Yggy it might make sense sticking with Schiit gear...

 
The GS-X mk2, Yggy, and HD800 is endgame stuff.  At least for me.

 

[gintamafans]

 
Here's a review of Ragnarok vs GS-X:
http://www.head-fi.org/products/schiit-audio-ragnarok/reviews/11797
 
From various reports Ragnarok seems to pair really well with Yggdrasil, so if you're looking for an amp for Yggy it might make sense sticking with Schiit gear...

 
 
wow great review, just wanted to hear something like this!