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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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georgehifi
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George, I’m reluctant to do that. Are you meaning to try and detect the difference between the analog A and B boards, assuming it can be detected by eye?

For the cost of $550usd, it should be clearly seen, at least most of it.

Actually, we have the before, all we need is the after, if someone can do it.
Before mods:   http://www.schiit.com/public/upload/general/yggy-pcb-1920.jpg

Cheers George
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@georgehifi 

I've been in communication with Jason Stoddard regarding the analog B photo(s). His reply: "I will eventually get Analog B photos done we have a ton of things more pressing right now, though."
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Analog B has been powered on continuously for 72 hours now. I note the external temperature reads 94 degrees F, up by as many as 4 degrees from analog A. While my "senses" and "gut feel" tell me this is *not* a problem per se, nevertheless I thought it worthwhile to ask. I have emailed Schiit 24 hours ago and have not read back. Just emailed again....
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kalali
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You are within the measurement margin of error of your temperature gun not mentioning the variations just from pointing the gun one or two mm in different directions. Sit back and enjoy the music.

Reminds me of a friend of mine who is always so caught up with how his equipment sounds that he is constantly missing the music.

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gdhal OP
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Sit back and enjoy the music.

@kalali

Trust me, I’m enjoying the music. :)

Nevertheless, I like to be as thorough as possible with any comparison (in this case analog A to analog B) attempt.

As to the temperature, I’ve posted my findings on the appropriate head-fi thread and it appears my findings are confirmed.

EDIT:

Something else Yggdrasil owners may find interesting. I note there has been a revision to the user manual. Schiit no longer indicates they "recommend" leaving the unit on 24/7, but instead indicates there is no harm in doing so.
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