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USB to Dual Coax Bridge for Qutest DAC

I'm considering purchasing an Audiowise SRC-DX USB to Dual-Coax Bridge.  This would replace the current Curious Cable Evolve USB connection from my Innuos Phoenix USB and Chord Qutest DAC.  Looking at a relatively inexpensive tweak, that's supposed to have a significant impact on the performance of my DAC and SQ of my streaming experience.  My current set up sounds excellent, but not as good as my other source components listed below.

Anyone have experience with USB to Coax converters?  Coax cables? Interested in your comments and feedback.

My streaming set up is Innuos Zenith Mk3 (with 4TB SSD and Qobuz), Innuos Phoenix USB, Chord Qutest DAC with Sbooster PSU.  I'm committed to the Quest and not interested in chasing DAC Nirvana by upgrading to a TT2, DAVE, or any other DAC priced at $5K or above.

My system is an Anthem MRX 540 pre-amp, Anthem MCA 325 power amp, B&W 804s, B&W CC and Surrounds, REL S/510 sub (only room for one), Denon DCD A110 SACD player (my best source component), Modwright Oppo105 universal player, EAT C Sharp turntable with Sutherland phono pre-amp. 

Thanks! 

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@drlou77 just wondering if you got your Bricasti M3 or the weather caused shipping problems?   Still interested in your impression! 

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@testrun 

The storm delayed the delivery of my M3.  I have it, but won’t be able to install it until Friday.  I will listen this weekend.  Not sure I’ll be able to give it a 100% thumbs up, because I’ll be breaking in a brand new 2M DH Labs Silver Sonic Mirage USB Cable.  More to come.
 

Thanks.

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@drlou77 more than one change at a time? Unacceptable!!!

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I’m guilty of the same sin! Enjoy!!! Looking forward to hearing your thoughts. 

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@audphile1 

The Qutest has a tiny footprint, as you know.  It's sitting on top of my streamer.  The M3 needs to have its own space.  This required that I get a longer USB cable.  I called The Cable Company and they gave me a good deal on the DH Labs.  They also let me try it for 30 days, and if I want to upgrade, I get almost full credit towards an upgrade.  

Regarding the USB Cable, I did some research here and the DH Labs was a consistent recommendation.  I paid around $300.  If anyone has any feedback on this cable, or would recommend something else that would result in a reasonable cost/value investment, I have until February 11 to make a change.

Yes, I know that cables matter.  No, I will not spend over a $1,000 for any cable, despite claims by Synergistic Research that I should.

 

Thanks! 😎

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@drlou77 I would say the Mirage is definitely a decent cable. I liked it when I had it. Are there better USB cables? Definitely. When I tried Audience AU24SE+ and compared it to DH Labs, there was no way back to the Mirage. Now, that was with the Qutest. With the M3 I only tried the AU24SE+ with Lumin U1 Mini bit sold that streamer and the USB.  Now with the Aurender I tried  stock USB cable that came with the streamer and the AQ Diamond that I am still breaking in.
I’d say try the DH Labs for 30 days. Keep the streamer and the DAC on and playing 24/7 to get at least 200hrs on the USB cable before you decide anything.
The M3 will also benefit from a good power cord. But will give you an idea on its capabilities even with a stock power cord.

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