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New Yggdrasil - First (and second) Impressions

Okay, so I’ve finally (on order over 2 months) received my Schiit Yggdrasil. The unit arrived in exactly perfect condition (i.e. well packaged).

Upon first (and second) listening through all sources/inputs, I would need a stethoscope to discern any difference among my current components and connectivity. I also cannot detect any difference using the phase inversion button.

I suppose the aforementioned is a testament to how good my current system (before/without Yggy) already sounds. :)

I can easily A-B test because the Yggy is hooked in via balanced and my other components are also hooked directly to amp via RCA or USB.

Also, obviously I have NOT let the unit "burn in" for days because I just got it, however, it has come to full operational temperature after being powered on continuously over 24 hours.

System configuration: (Yggdrasil > XLR > Musical Fidelity M6si integrated amplifier > Golden Ear Triton Reference speakers )
all cables blue jeans cables "best" offering

Emotiva ERC-3 CD player > AES/EBU > Yggdrasil
Oppo UDP-205 blue ray player > coax > Yggdrasil
Samsung SMT-C5320 cable box > optical > Yggdrasil
Gateway NV79 Windows 10 64-bit computer > USB > Yggdrasil

I’ll be patient, but if there are any suggestions to "try" in order to hear *some* audible difference, that would be great. Appreciate any feedback you have.

Thanks.
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gdhal OP
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can you compare the sound of the Yggy to that of the DAC in the 205?

Yes. Already covered/addressed previously in this thread. Succinctly, the Yggy is more authentic, analog sounding and preferable to listen to than the Oppo. 
ptss
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I appreciate you are looking for an “incremental” upgrade. I guess that’s why you wouldn’t be interested in experimenting with an Equitech ( 2Q ) who’s users read like a who’s who in extreme tech and engineering circles (NASA comes to mind). The improvement would fall outside the scope of ‘ incremental ‘. I get it. Best wishes. 
ptss
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I appreciate you are looking for an “incremental” upgrade. I guess that’s why you wouldn’t be interested in experimenting with an Equitech ( 2Q ) who’s users read like a who’s who in extreme tech and engineering circles (NASA comes to mind). The improvement would fall outside the scope of ‘ incremental ‘. I get it. Best wishes. 
ptss
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Including also the innumerable recording and finishing studios that wouldn’t start a session without Equitech. Oh well, what do pros, who rely on their sound for their sound and reputation know ?  
ptss
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I’ve come to think you’d simply prefer to talk about Schitt. 
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