Auralic Aries Mini

[thecafeman]

Hi: I could use your expertise regarding the new Aries Min setup I have. First, does your Mini run warm on top all the time? I have an SSD installed which works fine and the bottom side...SSD side is much cooler than the top.Secondly, I have a Yulong D18 dac with a free optical port...would that be any better than the Mini's dac?

[thecafeman]

Thanks Neil for the quick response.i take it the only way to power off is to pull the power cord....putting it to sleep does not change the tops heat signature. Any cheaper alternatives to the Auralic LPS which would cost close to $500 canadian after taxes?