Hi, I recently installed a Matrix X-SPDIF 2 between my Melco and DirectStream as follows: Melco > USB > Matrix > HDMI > DS.
The Matrix worked right out of the box, with and without an external PSU (in this case, an iFi iPower 5V).
I configured the Melco and Matrix to stream native DSD and my DS is showing “DSD” instead of “DOP” when playing DSF files, so I guess native DSD is working.
Preliminary impressions are quite positive – detail and sound stage/image focus have improved, without any noticeable negative effects.
Anyone else using a Matrix with their DS? If so, any suggestions as to the preferred Matrix dip switch settings for “IIS Reverse” and “MCLK”? Thanks.