Streaming to outboard DACs - file format issues


Hello,

I recently purchased a Node2i and prefer the qualities of my original Peachtree Audio Dacit over the built-in DAC (bottom end on Dacit is significantly better to my ears). I’m streaming to my DAC via Coax, and from my research the Dacit supports high res file formats via Coax.

However, I’m having trouble streaming high res files from various platforms. For example;

1. AmazonHD: Files won’t play. I can play the simple HD and lower files no problem, but none of the UltraHD play
2. Spotify: All files play
3. Tidal: Even with my settings set to Hifi and not MQA (the Dacit is not MQA compatible), some songs play and others don’t. Anything with a ’masters’ tag is 50/50 playing. This doesn’t make sense to me since I have my settings not to play MQA.

Is this just streaming in general? Are my issues with an older DAC or is it streamer based? I have some time to return the Node2i but would like to know where the issue lies before I do that, or buy a new DAC; is this a streamer or DAC or platform issue?

Thanks for your time,

J
halifaxj
You could try using the Node 2i analog output to help narrow down the problem.
With the Node2i analog out, every file plays. 

The problem seems to be when using Coax and external DACs. 

Thanks. 
You cant stream a high res file from coax 24 192 is the highest u can get from coax
I don’t see anything about settings, but some devices need to be told it’s OK to send more than Redbook (44/16). Also, check to be sure you have the latest firmware.

You might also want to try the optical out.