HELP! Static with my Mac Mini / Ayre QB9 system


I just got my Ayre QB9 DSD upgrade back from Ayre. Couldn't wait to put it back in the system with my 2009 Mac Mini.  Huge disappointment! I'm playing iTunes through Amarra and the static is unbearable! I've tried moving power cables and speaker cables around and nothing seems to affect the noise.  I then took a different Mac Mini I use in the office (latest model... without Amarra installed) and just played iTunes direct to the Ayre QB9. The static was nearly completely gone, but there were still intermittent pops and clicks. Any ideas? Any and all suggestions more than welcome! Thanks! 

cdm

Showing 3 responses by marktomaras

What input are you using on the DAC to connect your computer?  What preamp are you using?
Is the static present at very low volume?  Or only after a certain volume level is reached?
Nice.  I use a transparent usb for about $90.  Pretty good, didn't break the bank.