You will want this DAC 10 years from now!

[@justinwalsh5521]

You said OG and MIB basically are identical except for the dacs and simplified chassis, but there’s actually another difference: MIB uses opamps and OG is discrete. I’m going to quote Jason from Schiit on why: A multiplying DAC needs two really really good, super highly linear, ultra-low-settling time gain stages, per channel. In a hardware-balanced configuration, like Yggdrasil, 8 discrete gain stages is a biiiiiig and power-hungry load, and eclipses the limits of the Yggdrasil's shunt-regulated power supply. So, yeah, op-amps. Until I figure out something better. Maybe in a couple of years.

[@justinwalsh5521]

Otherwise, love your review

[@justinwalsh5521]

Op amps in the output stage, I don’t mean every part. Just to be specific

[@PassionforSound]

Thanks for the clarification!

[@piotrkozak3907]

How the MIB stacks up to Hugo tt2 whithout M scaler please ?

[@PassionforSound]

@piotrkozak3907 I don't have the TT2 here to compare anymore, but the TT2 would still stage better (i.e. soundstage size, image focus, etc.) and I suspect their tonalities would be quite similar.

[@curtisayers7933]

I don’t think there is anybody that is as thoughtful, articulate and terse in describing audio than you.

[@PassionforSound]

I'm so glad I can help!

[@Voidoid77]

Thanks for another fine impartial, balanced & info-packed review. Cheers, Lachlan. All the best from Japan, P.

[@PassionforSound]

🙏♥️

[@s.daniel9224]

Fantastic video. I’m a Schiit fan but have yet to get this dac. Mostly because I didn’t fully understand the versions. Now, I get it. Thanx!

[@PassionforSound]

So glad I could help!

[@CJ-vh2hf]

Thank you for another honest and detail review. We appreciate your expertise, I have experimented with several DACs. I think what’s important people need to really understand the sound that they’re looking for and Lock in and enjoy the music. This is not breaking news, but I’m not a millionaire. I would like to be able to try different equipment but of course it’s just not feasible and I never want the music to get lost in my quest for the next best thing !

[@PassionforSound]

I completely agree with finding what you like and then focussing on the music - great advice!

[@gavinwagner1766]

Great review! Your new format is spot on. The use of B-roll, comedic interludes and on screen writings are spot on. Kept me entertained and engaged. Good job!

[@PassionforSound]

Yay! So pleased to hear that. I'm still adjusting with each edit, but sounds like I'm reaching the sweet spot. Thanks again for the feedback!

[@joewhip9303]

Great review Lachlan. I posted a review of the MIB myself and I have an OG, LIM and MIB on hand here. The MIB is the clear winner for me. Lower noise floor, more detail, better tone and timbre and more articulate and detailed bass.

[@PassionforSound]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this, Joe!

[@tarragon7042]

I really enjoyed this informative review. I might pick up this dac in the future as an upgrade to the qutest. Thanks for the review!

[@PassionforSound]

I'm so glad you liked the review. It's a brilliant DAC.

[@alphaniner3770]

great video - you are certainly in the process of stepping it up a notch. Later this year I will replace my PC - you mentioned the card you slotted in yours - one thing that could be certainly interesting for many of us is for you to talk about that.

[@PassionforSound]

I've got a whole video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqrFkoWkadiCrpYsi=Bc-r_zZIKIqxZ-XO 🙂

[@alphaniner3770]

Thanks - I will watch that one tonight 😊

[@NexusS4GIceJelly]

Thanks for the review with the MiB! You hit the sound signature spot on! Love pairing it with toobs to maximize synergy

[@PassionforSound]

So glad you liked it

[@michaelrossmaessler200]

Dac to the future .. Fun, catchy and not click baity. Video's can be fun ! 🙂And it's informative/make you think. Thanks for the video Lachlan !

[@PassionforSound]

My pleasure!

[@johnsimpson8187]

Thanks for the great review!!

[@PassionforSound]

My pleasure!

[@nc3419]

10 years...will start saving now.

[@PassionforSound]

😂

[@Hare_deLune]

When you can clearly hear the recording space, you know that you have Arrived.

[@PassionforSound]

And then you try the next tier up again... 😂

[@Hare_deLune]

@@PassionforSound Of course! 😂

[@daniellaframboise1746]

@@Hare_deLunelolll

[@daniellaframboise1746]

@@PassionforSoundyep

[@Krell666]

Great review, thanks!

[@pdcragin33]

Man I’ve got to save up for the “funny little wafer straw thing”. Excellent.

[@PassionforSound]

😂

[@asan1050]

Thanks for posting this video

[@Unicorn-ST]

Updating capability is theoretically a very interesting feature and I have seen it in different equipment, but it has several intrinsic problems. One is that the manufacturer must continue making boards for the product because if they decide to stop, no more updates will be available. On the other hand, and perhaps more importantly, we as audiophiles and how we think... usually, it’s not about changing and updating the same product, but about buying a completely different one ;)

[@PassionforSound]

Schiit have a very strong track record of supporting their older products - even the ones that weren't designed specifically to be upgradable. I think they'll be making boards for the Yggy for years to come if history is any guide.

[@Unicorn-ST]

@@PassionforSound Yes it’s true, and I also think the same. And I spect it will be in that way to the owners benefit. But I try to generalize in my comment an be realistic because not all teh companies do that and quite all the customers finally prefer to change despite than update

[@killebrewje]

Hell yeah. I know what I'm getting for Christmas!

[@PassionforSound]

🎄🎉🎶

[@nickkarach76]

I gotta find some LIM and MIB boards to toss in my Yggy+, I much preferred the original A1 DAC boards vs. the more recent A2 boards when I had both sets in for testing.

[@michaelwright1602]

I am going to throw this out here... And I would love to see a review on this unit I am about to mention... I had a Gumby multibit and was not impressed, actually disappointed. I have had a slew of DACs through here, from $79 up to $6000, and have settled on a little known Chinese manufacturer's Preamp/DAC running the ESS9038 chip. My buddy bought one too, he is of the same opinion as I am, this DAC is simply incredible. This friend of mine has gear that I will probably never be able to afford, he is retired and been in the audio game for 50+ years, and he has broadened my audio horizon to say the least. He compares this DAC to the DAC in a $12,000 Mark Levinson integrated amp, that is his world, and I will take his word for it. I am listening to mine right now, via a Roon Nucleus One streaming WRCJ out of Detroit via Chromecast. Chromecast has never sounded this good. I am using a Volumio Rivo network bridge streamer with the Farad Super3 LPS. The Roon Nucleus One is powered with the 19v Sbooster LPS from Upscale audio. Speakers are Zu DW6 Supremes and a pair of Maggie LRS+, both speakers playing simultaneously. Yes, I am cheating, but my amp can safely do that at the levels I listen. Oh, the Preamp/Dac, it is the ToneWinner AD-1PRE+. The amp is the ToneWinner AD-2PRO+ integrated, my friend owns that too, which has the same DAC and equal sound quality as the AD-1PRE+... We bought both of these units through Aamir at Summit HiFi... Check out this ToneWinner gear. I would love to see a review. ;-)

[@PassionforSound]

Thanks for telling me about it. I'll be interested to learn more...

[@Leon-lg7zm]

I got the A1 Iggy a few months ago and upgraded it with the Unison USB module. Wow what a DAC! Puts my Topping D90 to shame 😅

[@PassionforSound]

Yep. Pretty special, aren't they?

[@davidlever3107]

Topping D90 is a poor dac.

[@Leon-lg7zm]

@PassionforSound yep but the warm up time is real! It needs a week to warm up lol

[@ccdccd8615]

I’d love to hear you contrast this approach with the approach of a Geshelli Labs with replaceable op-amps

[@PassionforSound]

That's coming very soon and it's an interesting one!

[@KajottR]

My fiio K11 R2R was delivered this morning. Brilliant sound! R2R DAC for 159€ delivered free of charge, unbelievable but true!!

[@Santisuk-c1g]

Can’t wait, just place the order.

[@Camride]

Got mine a few days ago. Haven't had a chance to do serious listening on it but first impressions are it's damn impressive for the price. I'll be comparing it to my Ares 2/Topping A90 stack I've been using for several years.

[@PEM-zt5rd]

​@@Camridebe sure to give an update bro... got my eyes on your post👌

[@Prxyshj]

Is R2R actually better? Doesn’t it depend on the particulars of the implementation and the parts they use and all that? Things like resistors are susceptible to heat distortion for example

[@PassionforSound]

All DAC designs have pros and cons so which is better will still always be personal taste and system synergy.

[@Joel-m777]

Nice review. Thank you! It’s great to be able to watch content like this for free! It surprises me how some who I am sure are not patreons complain and pick at things like the music etc. I went through quite a few dacs before I settled on the holo spring 3 which I picked up near new in the second hand market significantly reduced from its retail price. I am quite content but when the time eventually comes the Yiggy sounds like a great long term proposition. The modular design is indeed very appealing.

[@PassionforSound]

Thanks for watching and commenting! The Spring 3 is lovely, but I suspect you'll enjoy the Yggy even more. Although, stay tuned for a surprising update! 😉🙂

[@wojciechczupta]

how does it compare to LIM? I have all 3: A2 (OG), LIM and MIL. Of these 3, MIL, which was the most expensive and seams to have same chip as MIB was most spectacular but least neutral (great for electronic music). I was split minded between LIM and A2 but eventually LIM stayed couple of years. I was going to test A2 again, even left chassis unfastened, but it is so much hassle to swap both modules and the chip so kept postponing it. Now it would be great to have someone compared LIM and MIB. I feel tempted, but same chip with MIL is discouraging. Jason was big fan of MIL, but most of people have similar taste to Dave (fathers of Schiit). All people asking about Hugo comparison, I would say it all depends on remaining gear, if tendencies are compensated or aggravated. I compared A2 via EBU (or LIM - don't remember now which one was then installed) to Dave/Mscaler and found it pretty much on par. Disclaimer: my room was before treatment, my preamp was cheap Freya+. I compared LIM/Unison to Mola Mola DAC using Mola Mola preamp (which is absolutely fantastic gear). I used also roon (I'm not a fan of its interface) to remove any possible bottlenecks and I found them both again pretty close, though more different in timbre. A friend of mine preferred Mola Mola, but again really recognizing them in the same league. I admit different individuals will pay attention to different aspects of sound preception. I'm also aware how ears can be fooled easily, hence I don't pay attention to subtle details, that I'm not sure If I heard them or not. I try to stick only to obvious differences, which are clear when you can switch fast A->B->A. I have to say that Yggy is a hell of a DAC for reasonable money.

[@PassionforSound]

Thanks for sharing your impressions!

[@woodprivacy3776]

I think there have been eight versions of the Yggdrasil: Yggdrasil (OG) Yggdrasil Garage Sale (GS) Yggdrasil OG A2 Yggdrasil+ OG A2 Yggdrasil+ LIM Yggdrasil+ MIL Yggdrasil+ MIB Yggdrasil+ GS2

[@PassionforSound]

Anyone's head spinning? 😁

[@matthewhilty4209]

Yep I am thinking I have to send in my original Yggy to update the Chassis and DAC to MIB (for greater separation and depth) , the Unison card that I updated a couple years ago was a large improvement to the USB.

[@bryanherr1093]

Yggdrasil doesn’t have volume control.

[@matthewhilty4209]

@bryanherr1093 Ah ok. I saw the up and down buttons on the remote and thought it was volume, must be input selection then. Maybe I won't get the chassis upgrade then.

[@PassionforSound]

Yep, still no volume control 🙂

[@endody9519]

DAC to the future. Lmao 10/10 😂

[@PassionforSound]

😂😉

[@onepieceatatime]

I actually want that DAC ten days from now...

[@tarquineous]

There will be two more on the market by then. And another KZbinr pushing them.

[@yoramdiamand]

Hi I have a Schiit Gumbi multi bit dac, I understand it is discontinued, and Schiit Europe did not even respond to my question if there still were any upgrades, not future proof at all.

[@zounds13]

According to the archived Gumby page, "you can upgrade an original Gungnir with the Multibit card and Unison USB." So if yours doesn't have Unison, you can add it.

[@MGA_83]

​@@zounds13From my understanding, to upgrade the Gungnir you must send it to Schiit for an upgrade as it is not diy modular.

[@PassionforSound]

In relation to the future upgradability, that's a specific feature of the new Yggy+ chassis and casing. It's precisely to fix the challenges with trying to upgrade older Schiit DACs.

[@tarquineous]

Same old schitt in my opinion. Choose another brand.

[@Pete.across.the.street]

​@@tarquineousis that opinion based on a listening experience with that product or is it just a baseless opinion?

[@robk5745]

Definitely top of my list, but not sure if I should go with the less is more or this one or the gs2 version 🤷‍♂️

[@Firenmage433]

Lots of impressions on SBAF. The main thing for me was that many said LiM is better on lesser recordings since there is less perceivable treble. Not as detailed as MiB

[@PassionforSound]

If you're not in a hurry, I might have another option to consider shortly too...

[@robk5745]

@@PassionforSound I’m not in a rush, what do you have in mind my friend?

[@PassionforSound]

The Geshelli Labs Dayzee review is on the way...

[@robk5745]

@@PassionforSoundfunny you mention it as I messaged them about it, looking forward to your review and comparison to the great yggy

[@patrickgeorge141]

The LAiV Harmony and Yggdrasil MIB are both upgradable. The LAiV has a few more features and can read higher sampling rates. Both are the same price basically. Schiit will be releasing a Gungnir 2 soon. I will wait to make a decision between the Schiit and LAiV til then. Good review.

[@PassionforSound]

I'll be interested to see what LAiV have in store for upgradability in the future. Schiit have proven to deliver meaningful upgrades over time. Hopefully LAiV can do the same.

[@patrickgeorge141]

@@PassionforSound they have and that has only gone so far with certain products. Gungnir for example, of wich I have two can no longer be upgraded. Might be said of most devices. A Gungnir 2 is coming out soon. I am still leaning towards the LAiV for my next purchase. We shall see. Another review came out on the LAiV and it was not overwelmingly positive lol. I have noticed that the viewers seem to think reviewers are paid and this seems to affect their view of reviewers. I look at all reviews for opinions not an absolute. I respect your opinion and others and this does not mean I follow them blindly. We all need to listen and judge for ourselves. Another thing is you are mostly headphones where I am strictly two channel listening. Either way I appreciate your reviews even if we do not always seem eye to eye. Different perspectivas are good for learning and for that I appreciate you kind sir.

[@mrt6349]

I am from Europe i am also thinking on buying the laiv, but i can find in audiophonics page if you can return a product you are not happy with. So many dacs out there 😊

[@Pete.across.the.street]

Lavi is a startup. I just worry that they might not be around to offer upgrades

[@patrickgeorge141]

@@Pete.across.the.street they are a well prepared company with a lot of very knowledgeable designers and engineers from the audio field. I truly think they will be around.

[@BleepBloop-rl2pv]

In your opinion which would be the winner in terms of sound and performance , the yggy mib or the holo audio may kte?

[@PassionforSound]

I'm pretty sure the May KTE would still win (and should for the $$$)

[@Feliciano12v]

At that price, I prefer to get different headphones or speakers for a different sound.

[@PassionforSound]

That's fair enough. This is more about helping people looking for a new DAC rather than suggesting everyone needs to change their current DAC.

[@jaybrodnax]

Keep in mind that a better dac can help all of your amps and headphones sound better. It's a multiplicative benefit

[@PassionforSound]

@jaybrodnax great point!

[@FabianWinkler]

I would like to see a comparisson with the Burson Conductor GT4 AND Ferrum WANDLA. That would probably be an very interesting comparisson.

[@PassionforSound]

The Conductor is a DAC and headphone amp so very different, but would be interesting from a pure DAC sonics perspective. Unfortunately, I don't own one of those or the Wandla to test and compare.

[@FabianWinkler]

@@PassionforSound You are right. I meant a comparisson as DACs. I am interested, because both are in the same price bracket. For me the WANDLA sound more interesting, because it has an HDMI ARC input and I don't have to pay customs duty. Maybe you can ask Ferrum Audio, for a review unit of the WANDLA.

[@PassionforSound]

I've contacted Ferrum in the past with no reply. I might try again, but have so much to get through in the schedule already...

[@FabianWinkler]

@@PassionforSound That is sad to hear, that they don't reply. Thanks for your replies.

[@ruudsmith3836]

Topo47. Listening to physical media via Urd or ML31 to MIB to MJ3. Interested to try LIM. Schiit is endgame for me. I have a +GS2 in other room, but did listen side by side for a month. Different, but both enjoyable to the point that choosing one over the other is not an issue for me. And yet, I may try the LIM.

[@stephendixon8575]

Thanks for this - really interesting and has me intrigued (as I value your judgment and am impressed that you rate it so highly compared to something like the DAVE. Quick question - why didn’t you compare it to the DAVE by also using the USB input, and do you think that would have made a difference? Cheers 👍

[@PassionforSound]

Good question. Comparing via USB requires having two identical USB outputs/inputs which I didn't at the time. Because I know the digital inputs on both devices are essentially interchangeable without any significant shift in performance, I was comfortable comparing these as I have. Hopefully that makes sense. 🙂

[@nothingelse1520]

I tried the Yiggy, I didn't hear anything "magic in the multibit". I greatly prefer my RME ADI-2 DAC FS

[@erics.4113]

Talking about a DAC or any component out of context of the rest of the system is difficult.

[@nothingelse1520]

@@erics.4113 my main setup is RME -> KGSSHV Carbon -> Stax SR-X9000

[@PassionforSound]

If you're happy, that's all that matters

[@erics.4113]

@@PassionforSound how do we tell if we're happy?

[@PassionforSound]

Does the music make you feel good or move you? Do you tap your foot, bob your head or feel like singing along?

[@troy5220]

Please review the Yggdrasil Less is More.

[@PassionforSound]

If I can, I will, but it's expensive to have items shipped from the US to Australia so I have to be selective in what I get from Schiit.

[@troy5220]

@@PassionforSound Thanks, I love your channel! Your channel provides great information!!

[@PassionforSound]

@troy5220 I'm glad you like it! 🙂🙂

[@One-Two_swift-kickbox]

OWW I SEE WHAT YOU DID THERE... Changed the lighting.

[@PassionforSound]

🤷

[@fioreinforma-pilates-bisceglie]

Laiv harmony is modular too

[@PassionforSound]

Yes, but I'm not sure if it's user serviceable like the Yggy+

[@zounds13]

Another excellent video. I'd be interested to know how you think the Gumby compares to the Yggy MIB.

[@PassionforSound]

When I had the Gumby, it was beaten by the Chord Qutest. Subsequently, I think the Yggy OG matched or beat the Qutest so the Yggy+ MIB will be a significant step up from the Gumby.

[@zounds13]

@@PassionforSound thanks.

[@antonkovalenko3878]

I own bifrost uber. they indeed did couple of updates to it and then.... nope.... you need to buy 2/64 if you want to upgrade. so 5 years yes, maybe more... but 10 is a stretch.

[@hiltonhosannah769]

To be fair, the Bifrost Uber wasn't modular in the way the BF2 is. BF2 is five years old this year and only had the one upgrade (2/64) in that time with continued support, so I think the newer products are built for better longevity.

[@PassionforSound]

That's correct. Modularity and upgradability wasn't the plan when the older models were made. Even Bifrost 2 doesn't have the same flexibility as the Yggy+ which is designed specifically for upgradability first and foremost.

[@lastcall9998]

I've been waiting forever for Schiit to make it usb C, I guess I will have to wait longer.

[@PassionforSound]

Yep. Not doing that as yet. Maybe a future USB card upgrade

[@lastcall9998]

@@PassionforSound Ty! Yeah, I have been reaching same idea, that perhaps they would just make a USB C card upgrade. I hope you are doing great!

[@PassionforSound]

@lastcall9998 🙏♥️

[@colingreen4357]

And just to be clear: have Schitt committed themselves to providing modular replacement boards for this model for the next 10 years, or might they just deploy any new technology in a new DAC and advise that you should buy the upgraded model? I appreciate insurance was a metaphor but how seriously can we take it?

[@kaneda7katsuragi]

The original came out in 2014 and is still interchangeable with the newest cards…

[@PassionforSound]

I took the 10 year time period out of thin air so that's not coming from Schiit, but as Kaneda said, they've shown a long term commitment to upgradability

[@samlee2562]

Let me not be the first person to commend you on your thumbnail title sir. 👏👏🤝

[@PassionforSound]

🙏

[@kurt120032002]

Does the RCA and XLR outputs have the same sound quality? I know some DACs at various prices are built around xlr and rca have lower sound quality, aside the obvious lower power.

[@PassionforSound]

Good point - I didn't mention that in this review because yes, they do both sound equally as great

[@OzSteve]

Would you buy the Yggdrasil MIB or a used Chord TT2? My next DAC for the home office was going to be the TT2 (as I have a Qutest now) I've only owned the cheaper end of Schiit products

[@PassionforSound]

I'd probably still take a TT2 🙂

[@OzSteve]

@@PassionforSound Yes, I think that'll be my next purchase 😃

[@johnratcliffe6438]

Don't shoot me, but I'd take the Yggdrasil. I don't like Chord DACs and I've heard them all. I honestly don't understand the hype.

[@invisiblekid99]

The Yiggy is expensive but the TT2 is just too much for me. Shame Schiit UK doesn't sell them.

[@JTB--]

Just be aware that the Chord Stuff is very Sterile and Neutral sounding. The TT2 wasn't my cup of tea. Too harsh

[@69doppelganger]

I'm a little disappointed that the only comparisons we got were to $2500-ish DACs. Given the incremental differences in DAC chips, output stages and over-sampling between Bifrost 2/64, I feel like we should know why it's worth upping our spend by nearly $2000 after tax from the Bf. Would like to hear something in that regard. This was almost over-the-top in the future-proofing value proposition as justification.

[@PassionforSound]

Please see my other videos such as the Yggdrasil OG review and my R2R and Multibit DAC comparison: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZa3eZt9Zb1jprssi=moN95L3VDylTV0C6 I've covered that ground already and it wasn't worth revisiting when the Yggy OG had already proved itself (as I said at the beginning of this video)

[@falcogol3451]

Unfortunately companies usually don't release new upgrade cards for long, so the modularity becomes just a marketing way.

[@PassionforSound]

Except if you've paid attention to Schiit over the years. They have a history of releasing new and backwards compatible upgrades for gear that wasn't even intended to have the modularity of the Yggy+.

[@chronometa]

Im waiting on the gumby 2

[@PassionforSound]

Me too! 😁

[@cheveyo2403]

actually afaik they dont upgrade the old yggy to the new audioboard. last time i checked

[@PassionforSound]

It seems the OG might have used a discrete analog board while the Yggy+ uses an op-amp based board. I was unaware of this until a viewer mentioned it here in the comments.

[@Rockapotamus91]

Discrete output stage probably would have increased sound stage depth

[@PassionforSound]

I agree, but that should be favouring the OG and yet the MIB came out on top for me.

[@C-man553]

Can't take the lethal DAC explosion. Back to cassettes.

[@Reeeepicheep]

Lost me at the new one is leaner and more neutral. Schiit needs to get back to its signature multibit roots--typified by thick, rich, smooth, analogue, warm R2R sound. I imagine the Yggy+ OG is still more in line with my preferences. But ultimately out of my budget even if I was able to find one on the used market. My OG Bifrost 2 is likely my endgame DAC.

[@jessieheeet]

They are taking measurements into consideration when designing products now. Most of their current releases have been more neutral sounding due to that. Low distortion means less warm.

[@ChicagoRob2]

I hear ya. This is why I will never sell my OG MMB v.2. The audio quality is insane for a $249 DAC.

[@PassionforSound]

The good news is that a different (excellent) DAC is bringing the sound profile that Schiit was known for. More on that coming soon...

[@SteveD-m6z]

Schiit talk about the fully modular architecture of the Yggdrasil+ and the upgradability of the design. However, this requires Schiit to support the development of compatible circuit boards for future upgrades to their design. This approach will undermine Schiit’s revenue stream from new DAC products and it is questionable if the concept is truly sustainable. The modular architecture does however mitigate the regulatory requirement of the Right-to-Repair Act. So, congratulations to Schiit for this forward thinking.

[@PassionforSound]

Schiit have demonstrated excellent long term upgradability even for the DACs they made that weren't specifically designed for it. You could upgrade the older Gungnir (and Yggy perhaps) with both improved analog boards and USB boards. This takes the same concept and makes it completely achievable without sending the device back to base

[@SteveD-m6z]

@@PassionforSound Isn’t it refreshing to hear about a company that cares about their customers. This should be a priority to anyone considering making a purchase.

[@PassionforSound]

I definitely agree

[@CarlVanDoren61]

Discrete class A output stages? 😮

[@PassionforSound]

Discrete, yes. Class A? Not sure, but if that's what it says on the website...

[@jaybrodnax]

Curious to hear your thoughts on the new Gustard X30 if you get a chance

[@PassionforSound]

I'll see if the opportunity arises to try it

[@jeffinnh76]

I second

[@inlikeflynt56]

Combined with my Urd I’m in heaven.

[@michaelborza734]

like ingredients, the most weighted is listed first. I'll add, from my perspective (63 yrs. young) 10 years is long enough to change up most everything (tech rises in month not years). To say it's 10 yrs. proof, in these times? You foster scepticizm. Your presentation is kind enough spot on polished though. For this I'll return without hesitation.

[@PassionforSound]

I was actually deliberate with the "10 years" Michael because that's the specific benefit of the Yggy+. Other than the outer chassis/case, EVERY component inside the Yggy+ could be swapped out for new tech over the next 10 years to make it absolutely current in 2034.

[@michaelborza734]

@@PassionforSound I stand corrected. It would seem, I could buy the Yggy+ and just upgrade immediately with their better components if desire inclined me to do so. Thank you, I appreciate the reply.

[@ChicagoRob2]

Regardless of the version, the Yiggy is worth every freaking penny, and then some.

[@PassionforSound]

I agree, but it won't be for everyone. 🙂

[@masterazlan6999]

U'd called it timings but i'd called it clockings..the best yet is frm DCS..Peace!

[@ixoye56]

When I want a different sound experience, I buy other headphones, the difference between DAC's is barely audible imo.

[@neilsnyder7915]

There is a tremendous difference between DACS in sound quality, imaging, staging, resolution, et. al. Perhaps you have not yet heard better dacs.

[@ixoye56]

@@neilsnyder7915 I have

[@ixoye56]

@@neilsnyder7915 I have, but different headphones makes a much bigger audible difference.

[@fatdoi003]

if Schiit can decode 384khz then i'll definitely shortlist it.....

[@PassionforSound]

Yes, that would be a nice addition for the sake of HQ Player, etc

[@albiepalbie5040]

Accurate timing ? What the f**k How does anyone know this ? Based on what ? Unless you know the timing is not accurate ?? The room The space A bubble of spunk Skimming somewhere ? You mean it seems to sound better ? All the sophisticated audio patter chat is great - love it I think you are doing more stylish videos I think you should go modular XX

[@ccdccd8615]

This comment is related (sort of) to this video, but also goes way beyond it. I am seeing, in general, more integration of functions in audio equipment, but fewer offerings. Let’s take DACs for example. I totally see the idea of combining a DAC with preamp functions and many higher end DACs do offer multiple connections. However, there are relatively few streamers that lack a DAC and relatively few CD transports as well. Why is that? Why would I want to keep paying for DACs in all my separates??? And yes, the DAC portion can often be by-passed, but why would I want to pay for it at all??? And, in general, the streamers without DACs and CD transports tend to be expensive as well as relatively few. This makes no sense to me.

[@PassionforSound]

It's an interesting question and I don't have the answer for that one.

[@hchavez]

No DSD

[@PassionforSound]

Correct

[@ConorHanley]

What about the more bullshite version? That has to be better, right?

[@PassionforSound]

🤣

[@PhotographyInFlight4183]

$2,300......yikes! I'm sure its a fine piece of equipment.

[@PassionforSound]

It's all relative. It's an excellent piece of equipment and also 10% of the cost of a number of other DACs (that I haven't tried)

[@noturnleftunstoned72]

It's about that time for another Visa credit limit increase.

[@PassionforSound]

Haha. Don't go too far! 🙂

[@neilsnyder7915]

Had a horrendous experience with Schitt so will never buy from them. However Iggy MIB sounds like a great product.

[@isaacn751]

10 years from now there will be cheaper options

[@PhotographyInFlight4183]

I'll be dead in ten years 🤦‍♂️

[@Firenmage433]

There already is a cheaper option depending on who you ask :)

[@PassionforSound]

There will always be cheaper options. Just depends on what you prioritise...

[@econautx]

Good review, but please stop using music. Way too distracting

[@PassionforSound]

The music is sticking around, but I've been tweaking my ducking setup (how I raise and lower the volume). IIRC, I landed on my ideal setup one or two videos after this one.

[@x-techgaming]

Holo Cyan 2 > Iggy :O

[@heyguyslolGAMING]

PfS burnt bridges w/ Holo so he's been hell bent on trashing their gear ever since. Schiit is a legit company for sure as a fellow native Texan I def like to support them but not at the expense of trashing other good/great companies like Holo Audio. At the time of his Spring/May review he didn't understand HQP + R2R very well and how much better it pairs w/ the Holo dacs over the Schiit dacs. Instead of stating that w/ his limited exp w/ it, he just made blanket statement after blanket statement that only left him loosing credibility.

[@PassionforSound]

I've never spoken to Holo Audio. All I know is they threatened to withdraw distribution from a retailer because they didn't like my review. That's not a company I would choose to support and I'm not the only reviewer who's had such run-ins with Holo.

[@tarquineous]

Too bad they chose a shitty name. Who would want to tell their family and friends what brand they own ?

[@PassionforSound]

A lot of people enjoy the humour of it

[@tarquineous]

@@PassionforSound I know. I would rather not have a bad joke in my house. Or talk about it around my nephews and grandkids.

[@ropeburn6684]

Shit Audio will never see my money, for the name alone. Also for the random use of old Germanic mythical names by an American company. So easily can you lose sales by weird branding alone, regardless of the quality of your products! 😂