DC1 for NDX >NDAC/XPS2

Posted by: PTCM on 03 March 2017

I am trying to add a DC1 to a NDX >NDAC/XPS2 setup 202/200.

Cam someone please tell me the most optimal digital connection I can get is thru which type of DC1 ?

BNC to RCA ?

 

Thanks in advance.

Posted on: 04 March 2017 by Huge

BNC to BNC.

Why would you think of using an RCA Phono?

Posted on: 04 March 2017 by sheffieldgraham

Naim usually recommend BNC connections where ever possible.

I use a DC! BNC/BNC for my CDX2.2 and a BNC/BNC 75ohm coax cable for Mac into nDAC

Posted on: 04 March 2017 by Simon-in-Suffolk

I'd be intrigued if you think the DAC V1 builds on the high quality NDX DAC... sure presentationally they will be different.. but other than that I look forward to your comments...

Yes use the BNC output on the NDX, remember to disable the NDX DAC stage in the settings (analogue out -> disabled) , and activate the digital SPDIF out and ensure in 'native' mode for optimum performance.

Posted on: 04 March 2017 by Huge

Simon, OP has an NDAC with an XPS2, not a DAC V1.

Posted on: 04 March 2017 by Simon-in-Suffolk

Huge thanks, must get some better readers 

All comments apply as before, other than that I found the NDAC a major  uplift on the NDX DAC .. still interested in your reply

Posted on: 04 March 2017 by Chag...

Indeed BNC to BNC it always is. The Naim BNC connector is said to give a perfect 75 Ohm interface and therefore a superior S/PDIF connection. Be aware that this cable is directional. The end with the "naim DC1" labelled sleeve is to be connected to the sources, the NDX in your case. :malin1:

Chag -

Posted on: 04 March 2017 by PTCM

"BNC to RCA ?" <  It felt like a RCA, what I meant was BNC > Coxial.  I am using no.3.   will try to get a BNC > BNC DC1.  Thanks everyone.   The NDX > NDAC/XPS2 does sound very good.

 

Posted on: 04 March 2017 by PTCM
sheffieldgraham posted:

Naim usually recommend BNC connections where ever possible.

I use a DC! BNC/BNC for my CDX2.2 and a BNC/BNC 75ohm coax cable for Mac into nDAC

I didn't know Mac has BNC out....

Posted on: 04 March 2017 by Chag...
PTCM posted:

"BNC to RCA ?" <  It felt like a RCA, what I meant was BNC > Coxial.  I am using no.3.   will try to get a BNC > BNC DC1.  Thanks everyone.   The NDX > NDAC/XPS2 does sound very good.

Understood. Are you updated v4.11.8 and upgraded DR? A must. I know NDX/nDAC/XPS2 is superb but just try an USB stick in the front.. :ghee:

Chag -