The Six Moons.com review on the Mhdt Labs Orchid DAC just went up

Is this DAC supposed to sound better than my balanced Havana? 
I am not using it balanced right now but have for many years!!
thanks

@cheche9 -- I recently got a tip from Emprical Audio that you should always run a balanced digital cable and use an SPDIF adapter if you’re not going balanced. According to him, and I haven't verified this but he knows what he's doing, digital cables can't be optimally terminated with SPDIF connectors, hence you're better off with RCA adapters from a balanced termination.  If you can, why are you not just using the balanced connections?

I had a Havana for several years and upgraded to a heavily modified Pagoda a few months back. I am very happy with this DAC. MHDT has always offered high performance products at very reasonable prices. I am sure the Orchid follows suit.

Oz

ozzy62
What mods were done to your Pagoda, and who did them?

The mods were done by the original owner. Some resistor and cap replacements. I don't have the details on hand right now, but will post them on Monday when back at work.

Oz