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Node 2 and Yamaha AVR, go digital or analog?

I just picked up a Bluesound Node 2 and am wondering if I should connect it to my AVR via digital or analog? I’m looking for some opinions/advice before I try both. Here is what I have:
-Yamaha 1060 AVR w/ESS ES9006A 24-bit DAC (used as a preamp w/some HT ability)
http://usa.yamaha.com/products/audio-visual/aventage/rx-a1060_u/
-Bluesound Node 2 w/32-Bit, 192kHz DAC
http://www.bluesound.com/en-us/products/node-2/?cl

My cable options:
-Kimber Silver Sonic for analog
-Kimber D-60 for digital

On paper, it looks like the Yamaha has the better DAC. My system is modest so I’m wondering if I’m splitting hairs here and should just go with the one coaxial cable convenience? My mains, KEF Reference Model 2s, are driven by a Parasound A23 Halo (bi-wired w/DH Labs T-14 Silver Sonic).

Thanks for any input.
asahitoro
asahitoro OP
217 posts
 
Thanks Steve and everyone else for your input,

I’ll give both a try. I’m hoping the D-60 sounds better as it’s longer than the Silver Sonic cables and would work best where the Node 2 is going. I'm trying to use what I already have in my cable stash...lol. I’m also considering a power cord upgrade for my Node 2. I was going to swap my stock cord out with a Pangea AC 14SE MKII. It’s only $45 but I want to make sure I don’t do the opposite and hurt/muddy my sound any.
213runnin
562 posts
 
Williewonka, with a Yamaha AVR and entry level Tannoy speakers, I'm surprised at the level of detail and clarity you claim.  
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hasmarto
82 posts
 
You simply must try them both. Then, I'm sure, you'll disconnect the analog, and leave the d60 connection, because it's better. 
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