Doug Schroeder Method, Double ic

Tim, I am elated for you! I think you will realize a nice boost from the use of Y cables vs. The splitters, and additional improvement with higher grade wire in Y cables. 

I concur that schoeder Method is a superior upgrade to most other changes. :)

Another gorgeous setup using EE Minimax DAC Supreme direct to Gold Note PA-1175 Amp(s). The Schroeder Method maximizes the benefit of a shortened signal path. 

BTW, a word of caution, this is a setup using a dedicated DAC direct to amp, which is NOT recommended, obviously, unless software attenuation can be used. It is not safe to run a dedicated DAC without volume control into an amp. It must either be an integrated DAC with volume control, or some other combination of attenuation, not signal unattenuated into amp. 

In my case I am using Roon's volume control feature. When I wish I can go into the Settings for Roon on the SONORE Signature Rendu systemOptique and change the volume control to "fixed" for use only when I have an integrated DAC, or a preamp. Wonderful flexibility!  

I will be getting the latest V6 opamps from Burson to try out. That should really juice the performance of the EE Minimax DAC Supreme. 

Has anyone used the SM...preamp to class d amps without any type of drama? Any input appreciated.

The only class D occurrence with Schroeder Method that I know about to date is TEO Audio successfully using it with the Red Dragon S500, I believe. If I had a reasonably priced Class D on hand I would try it myself.