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Pops when streaming

Hello, 

I just recently purchased a Node2i to stream in my system. I'm using the Coax out to feed my Peachtree Dacit into an NAD amp. I'm streaming via hifi not direct connection. 

I'm hearing some pops and snaps when I use Coax out, which are not there if I use the Streamer's own Dac. What's even more confusing is that certain cables pop and snap even more. I've contacted everyone with no help or suggestions as to what is happenning. 

What could be causing the pops ans cracks when streaming? Is this a known issue, related to network, cables, dacs, streamers?

Any help would be appreciated. 

J
halifaxj
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rocray
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I had the same exact issue. In some instances,the Nodes don't play well with the clocks on some DACs. I had no problems running mine with an older April Music DAC,or on older Schiit Bifrost. I purchased a used Wyred4sound DAC ,and that's when the issue showed up. It took me 2 days to figure out,and I even had the seller ready to take the DAC back.  I felt like such an idiot! 
halifaxj OP
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So it seems to have reduced the popping, but it’s still happening.

At this point I think I’m just going to return the Node2i. Doesn’t seem to play well with my system, and Bluesound help is not getting anywhere.

The only other thing I can think of is our phones or other network electronics are causing problems. 


J
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cal3713
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Seems like if that reduced the popping, maybe the issue is that you've got a bad clock signal that's causing timing issues in the dac.  Would be nice if you could borrow a reclocker (or jitter reducer) to see if that fully eliminated the problem.
halifaxj OP
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Popping back with a vengeance, and tried it with 2 different dacs, 3 coaxial cables, 2 amps. 

I'll stick to CD and vinyl this streaming not worth the hassle it seems. Maybe in a few years!

thanks for all the help, 

J
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cal3713
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Just to be clear, this is not a normal outcome.  Sounds to me like you've got a faulty streamer.  I'd return and switch brands (or at least get a replacement).

Streaming lets you hear so much new music.  If you're really a music lover, the benefit of that enormous library for your musical enjoyment cannot really be overstated.
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