Gumby vs Yggy

Thanks for all the great suggestions, I appreciate the feedback. Well the Gumby is back in the system, probably to stay. There is just something about the sound that I can't put my finger on....smoothness...air...less fatigue?? I find myself missing it when the Arcam is back in the system. Maybe I'm just nuts lol.

I'm still very much open to the idea of a dedicated streamer, kinda surprised that there really aren't a lot of options. Aurender is out of my $$ comfort zone, Auralic is doable, surprised they discontinued the Mini. Bluesound Node 2? I very much prefer something with built in wifi.

Anyway, with the gen5 usb board on the Gumby, I figure my MacBook/Audirvana should be fine for now. I really want to try a tube amp next. Got my eye on a Primaluna Prologue 5 which should be a very nice match for my modest system. 

There is just something about the sound that I can’t put my finger on....smoothness...air...less fatigue??

Right. I’ve found myself using the word more "authentic" sounding, albeit I have the Yggy. :)

ya got to keep rubbing it in about the Yggy gdhal lol

Gents - 
Just fyi...Auralic is NOT discontinuing the Aries Mini.  I have this in an Email from Xuanqian Wang of Auralic.  They are changing their distribution method for it but it might remain available  via direct sales in the US and Canada.   I suggest you email (support@auralic.com) if interested.  

That's good news, thanks ghosthouse!!