I used Node 2i into Benchmark 3HGC. The outboard DAC made a significant improvement. I changed from Node 2i to Lumin U1 Mini. Again significant improvement.
It might be worthwile more costeffectice investing into a Lumin D2. You have a better Streamer and a better DAC.
It might be worthwile more costeffectice investing into a Lumin D2. You have a better Streamer and a better DAC.