iFi Neo Stream Review - The Audio Streamer with a few tricks up its sleeve

iFi's second audio streamer, the Neo Stream adds more controls and outputs than their first streamer, the Zen Stream. As well, an optical network conversion box is included to isolate the Neo Stream from electrical noise. But does it work? I tried it with a variety of gear to find out.
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00:00 Start
01:08 What is a Network Audio Streamer?
05:37 Set-up and Connections
07:47 The I2S Connection
16:51 Usage Impressions
21:20 Listening Impressions
24:30 The Built-In DAC
25:44 Conclusion