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Difference between Schiit Modi Versions

I own a Bifrost Multibit- which I love to bits.
I am putting together a small office stereo system, and need another DAC. The Modi is inexpensive and probably more than enough for my needs.
My question is:
There are 3 iterations of this device. Standard, Uber and Multibit. I emailed Schiit, but they say they don't comment on sound reproduction.
So, I am asking the Agon Community to help clarify the differences between the different models, if possible, and help me make a decision as to which one I should buy.
Thanks Bob
gdnrbob
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mofimadness
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The Modi 2 has only USB input.  The Uber & Multibit models add toslink and RCA inputs.  What source are you going to use?

I think the small difference in price for the Uber would be my choice.
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georgehifi
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The Schiit Modi 2 and Uber what what I understand use a Delta Sigma (single bit, Bitstream) type dac. The Modi Multibit as the name implies uses a Multibit dac.

If your playing only PCM (CD, Redbook, or PCM downloads) then the more expensive Multibit option will give the best sounding conversion of it.

From MoJo Music:
" When a PCM (CD, Redbook) file is played on a DSD, Delta Sigma or Bit Stream converter, the DAC chip has to convert the PCM to DSD in real time. This is one of the major reasons people claim DSD sounds better than PCM, when in fact, it is just that the chip in most modern single-bit DACs do a poor job of decoding PCM. "

Cheers George
gdnrbob OP
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Thank You, georgelofi.
That is the information I needed. I am not well versed with the nuances of digital reproduction- I just want the darned thing to reproduced sound.
I will be using the DAC to play music from my PC, so I can utilize either a USB connection or a SPDIF.
I guess getting the Multibit is the way to go.
As I said, my Bifrost Multibit is unbelievable. 
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