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Chord DAC and Naim Compatibility Issues?

Someone told me there could be a ground compatibility issue due to Naim’s use of a “floating ground.” I was told the smaller Chord products can have this issue when used with Naim. I get a pretty pronounced hum through both speakers when my Chordette Gem DAC is used (predecessor to the 2Qute). The hum gets louder as the volume increases. I’ve isolated the cables, tested other components, etc. It only happens when this DAC used. I have a Naim 152/155 XS set with Dynaudio Focus 160 bookshelv…