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Help with system/ARC noise

Hi there!
Im new to this hobby and started to build my sytem. Currently i have an audio research ref5se preamp/ARC DS450 amp/B&W804D.  I hooked my oppo 105 to play CD and audio streaming using pandora. The problem is I'm getting noise and sometimes a loud pop of noise. I'm using audioquest yukon entry level xlr interconnects. All units are connected in individual wall ac. I called ARC and they said ARC ref5se and DS450 amp are compatible and should have no impedance issue and they already paired it before. I already isolated signal cables from power cables. My next step is to get a power distribution/conditioner and see if this will solve the problem. To old timers in this hobby:
1. Did you encounter similar problems and how did you guys solve it?
2. Any experience/suggestion on power conditioner to match with ARC with good result?
3. When hooking digital players like oppo or any cd player do you need to have a DAC unit even if the player has a built in DAC?

Any input is highly appreciated.



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knghifi
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If you plan to keep the Oppo 105, checkout getting it modified by ModWright.    I think Oppo 105 supports DLNA so you can run DLNA server, ie JRiver, on a computer and use the Oppo as a DAC.

From my experience, I suggests adding dedicated 20 amp lines just for audio, upgrade your AC outlets with Furutech's GTX-DR-NCF Receptacle and get a power conditioner or power distributor.    

As tomcy6 mentioned, power conditioners can be tricky.   I've had many and prefer a power distributor Weizhi PRS 6.  My brother has a Shunyata Triton and he loves it.    Have heard good things on PS Audio P10.

Once you have a good foundation, try different PCs. after market fuses, IC and SC ... 

You already have a good amp, pre and speaker so off to a good start and no need to rush.


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