2.12.5 and the problem returns

[alandbush]

Thanks. Interesting. Would I need one splitter and I then interchange which feed I give it as an input e.g. from innuos server input then switch to turntable feed? The output L and R from the splitter then stays consistently connected to the L and R speaker?

Only one splitter is required if you can feed it different digital inputs.
I believe there are cheap multi digital input to single digital output switches, some even remote controlled!

But perhaps, a more elegant solution would be something like the Yamaha WXC 50 or similar.
These can also be used to play from ethernet, wifi, airplay, bluetooth and Spotify connect.
In other words, a pre amp like this can replace the Devialet functions(sic) lost by going Direct optical.