Nuprime CDT8 I2S output compatible with DS DAC?

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Hi,
Does the NuPrime CDT8 i2s output compatible with the DS DAC?
Thanks,
Sam

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The NuPrime web site says it supports HDMI I2S so it should be compatible. Have you asked NuPrime?

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You’ll probably need to call them. Nothing on point in the owner’s manual…

http://nuprimeaudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/CDT-8-Pro-Manual.pdf?v=7516fd43adaa

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There are several different pinout arraignments used for I2S over HDMI. It may follow what PS Audio uses or may not and could require a custom cable to adapt.

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That is why I used the word “should” and asked if had contacted NuPrime…

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And I though should was a bit of a leap/presumption as there is no indication of the pinout used by Nuprime.

Maybe or possibly is a safer statement.

Of course, the best option is to find out from Nuprime.

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Looks like the pin-out is on page 9 of the manual that netspecht-2 linked.

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“Should” is in no way a definitive declaration. If it were, why would I ask if the poster had contacted the manufacturer? We could spend our lives being pedantic over word choices but it was clear I was suggesting the poster should contact the manufacturer.

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I apologize if I sounded critical, it certainly was not my intent. Just hoping to clarify for the OP.

Frankly, it’s too bad all the parties cannot or have not agreed on a standard pinout. I don’t believe anyone is actually doing anything differently signaling-wise they simply chose to use various different pinouts.

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Any actual experience to share using cdt8 with Jr. — connecting with I2S or otherwise?

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Not an direct answer to your question, but according to the manual referred to above the polarities of the three (or four) I2S lines that matter to a PS Audio DAC are correct and there aren’t any other lines that should cause a problem.

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Ted,

Thanks for the advice.

I will keep you posted if I decide to go for cdt8. My dilemma is another player at 2.5x the price.

Is PSAudio likely to develop a DirectStream Jr. player?

maxim

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Are you asking about a DMP Jr.? I can’t speak for PS Audio on that, I’m a DAC man at the moment :slight_smile:

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Yes … a medium priced disc player …

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Paul has hinted that they are working on a Stellar series disc spinner. Obviously will play red book CD, but almost certainly will not play SACD, anything else is TBD.

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Hi Sam!

I have tested and compared the Nuprime CDT8 and DS via AES/EBU and I2S, and without any question the I2S sounds superior, and is working perfect. The sound you get is much more resolved, relaxed and with a wider soundstage. And the control in the base!!
A best buy!
Mats

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Mats

I got mine this afternoon so only a few hours on it so far using I2S but so far appears to be a solid product at a reasonable price.

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Hi Mats, hi Jack,

Please keep us posted on your experience with CDT8 into DS DACs – on operations and on sound quality, too.

Thanks.

maxim

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Anyone tried the cdt8 with a gain cell dac? I am thinking of getting the cdt8.

Curious whether the cdp9 was considered …

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If the pin out of the I2s on the SGCD is the same as the two DS models the CDT-8 should work fine. You also may prefer the AES connection anyway. Never considered the CDP-9 as I didn’t need or want the electronics just the transport.