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Lab12 DAC1 Reference Problem

Guys, got this DAC a few days back, and having a problem connecting it to my Electrocompaniet ecm1 UP cd player via rca digital out. The signal is not stable, goes on and off. The Bluesound streamer works fine with it. Connecting cable is Nordost Silver Shadow. Already talked to the dealer, while he didn’t know the answer he offered either to replace it or refund my money. Going to return it, but I really like its sound.

 What could be the cause of this glitch? Ideas?

Thanks.

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hasmarto OP
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@oddiofyl, I will try the second coax tomorrow. I talked with Stratos a while back regarding DAC’s balanced version, wanted to get that one, but it turned out it’s not yet  available in the US.

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hasmarto OP
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@oddiofyl, you said “ It's a small inconvenience in the scheme of life”, and I completely agree with you.

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oddiofyl
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Second year that it is on Part Time Audiophile's best of and buyers guide.  It was just named one of their values of the year 

https://parttimeaudiophile.com/2023/12/15/2023-best-value-awards/

chayro
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So do you think the Lab12 sounds better than the Electrocompaniet?  That’s a damn good player and I would think it’s pretty hard to beat. 

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charles1dad
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@oddiofyl

The rub is that it sounds soooo good.... I really have no plans to replace it anytime soon. I had a year trade up and knew early on i was keeping it. It’s a small inconvenience in the scheme of life.

Agreed! That’s a wise perspective. If an audio component significantly improves your enjoyment of listening to music, keep and appreciate it.

Charles

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