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Oppo 203 SPDIF Digital Coax output
@jdub39, to address the idea of 'streamer' (which to use), both players are very good and both are centered in a AV use capacity as opposed toUHD Audio.Streaming development is fluid and evolving.Shield development has shown less emphasis on Audio... 
Oppo 203 SPDIF Digital Coax output
Please follow through with an update ... 
Oppo 203 SPDIF Digital Coax output
- DAC Analog OUT to Preamp IN (separate input). This connection uses the 203s DAC and should sound different from the sound of the external DAC (unless the 'sound' of both DACs is similar which is unlikely). vs. Oppo S/PDIF+DAC S/PDIF This... 
Need help
Sounds like a Rumble filter issue ... 
Looking For Best Headphones
A suggestion would be to check out some Reviews to gain some insight into impressions, models (differences) and Driver Type.Darko does many Reviews on Cans, and Headphone Amps / DACs.darko.audioA good Amp makes a big difference ... also FYI > I... 
Oppo 203 SPDIF Digital Coax output
Page 57 of the User manual states that, setting allows a choice for upper sample rate limit for coax / optical ( S/PDIF ).Bitstream is shown as the default setting.The Shield Pro settings: (Advanced Sound Settings) One) Audio Output, Auto or USB ... 
Dedicated Music Room Recessed Lighting (High Hats)?
Resonance is real ... the stick on damping should be quite adequate a bit of work to go in and remedy an existing installation.Good post ... has me adding to the list in my room. 
M Scaler Dave settings question
Hello cantorgale, with the M Scaler the output to the DAC should be up-sampled regardless of input rate.All upscale is done after Roon (source bitrate).Roon only lists original file resolution. The filters are a matter of preference with Incisive ... 
Chord DAVE headphone amp impressions
A youtube John Darko review here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gcqj1cfDOpIAnd more on darko.audio: https://darko.audio/2015/05/chord-electronics-launch-dave-dac-at-munich-high-end-2015/Some users here on the site also search for DAVE. 
Biggest need: USB headphone DAC/AMP with mic input
A USB table top Mic may be the best option from a quality stand point.A headset would be another choice and Schiit offers Hel ... have not used it myself. 
The Curious Case of the Technics Integrated Digital Amplifier
The release date is likely 10-12 months later than the press release (2017).https://www.technics.com/us/news/20170104-technics-su-g700/@mezzanine , whatever processing the grand class gear does the effectis not at all bad.Worth a demo ... two year... 
When does my class Atoll IN200 A/B integrated switch from class A to class B?
For one when dynamic peaks occur ... generally one to three watts will drive 87 - 90 db plus peak draws equals crosses over to 'B' a lot and for brief duration (dependant upon content). Pass is a bit of an artist (topology sculpture) as are many d... 
Photos of my system
@hilde45, you may want to restart the Amazon HD app from time to time which could help with dropouts.A simple restart (phone, Node etc.) could help narrow down errors in the streaming line.Amazon HD is at least 44 / 16 files (HD) with 96 / 24 bein... 
What s the best Class A integrated tube amp over 80W
V 70 Class A by OCTAVE ... a bit limited bandwidth @ 70 watts / 4ohms and V 80 SE with 120 watts @ 4ohms. 
Photos of my system
Hey hilde45, the system looks good in the listening environment ... SS 6ms light veneer shine when well lit.In situ you must have a more refined feel for the system playback.How about a word or two on your impressions ... per component perhaps or ...