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Switched from Yggdrasil to Gungnir Multibit.

Based on accounts of the Gungnir sounding more "mellow" than the Yggdrasil,  and reports that the latter takes months to deliver, I've switched my order.
i currently own a vintage Theta Pro Prime DAC that similarly has a more "romantic" presentation, and think I'll be happier with the Gungnir.  From what I've read, it's close to the Yggy in terms of definition, and for the price it's remarkable. (Although price was not a prime consideration.)
I'll have 15 days to change my mind.  That's barely enough break in time to make an informed decision, but it'll have to do.
Any opinions?
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gdnrbob
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I have a Gungy (non multibit). It is a very capable DAC. I ended up getting another Ayre Codex, which I find to be just a nudge better. I have a sneaking suspicion that the Yggy is pretty comparable to the Codex.
(This is coming from owning Modi Multibit, Bifrost Multibit and Gungy).
Regarding break in:
Yes, Schiit DAC's need some serious time to show their stuff. If you can run it 24/7 for a week, then I think you should be pretty close to the final sound.
Bob

randy-11
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I don't know much more - except that they have upgraded versions of at least some models recently to reduce or eliminate problems from loop currents, something the Eitr box is designed to do

may be able to swap boards on existing ones


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rvpiano OP
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Bob:  Do I run the DAC with sound or not?


gdnrbob
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@rvpiano,
I would just play music at a low level (if I wasn't listening or in bed).
Heck, it doesn't even know if your listening. Probably more important is to keep it powered on.
Bob

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rvpiano OP
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Bob,

Oh, it knows!!!

Seriously though, often, instructions are given to warm up equipment, you must play music and play it loudly.

Richard
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