Yeah, Amir has a big bias against Schiit Audio. I don't follow the debates with him on other forums but several of his measurements have been found to be of little value. For example, he found an artifact that is way below the human thresh hold of hearing, then posted it everywhere as if he had found something useful. It was pointed out to him but he acted like someone who has theoretical knowledge, or book learning one might say, but little actual time in the field.
It's interesting to note that Schiit has become a major player in the DAC market, and has branched out into 2 channel as well. This means that they are taking sales and profits away from many other companies. That people like Amir have started crusades against one singular company does seem somewhat suspect. It may be nothing, but notice the companies he tends to champion. If you think that hidden agendas don't exist on the internet, then there is a bridge I'd like to sell you.
I say this as I tried 2 other DAC brands before I tried the Schiit Modi 2 Uber. They both were inferior in my system. They were both also more expensive. I was surprised to say the least, and immediately took a chance and returned the Modi for a Bifrost Multibit. It has been one of the best decisions I've made audio wise. So I am only a fan of Schiit Audio because they earned it my system. Emotiva, for instance, earned my ire, and that's how I roll. I don't blindly join fads, if it's a good product that sounds excellent and does what it should then it has my vote.
I used to be a measurement guy, if it measures well, then that's all I need to know. Also, expensive cables were all snake oil to me, and it wasn't until I opened my ears and tried some basic solid core speaker cables that I realized that measurements don't tell the whole tale. I almost feel sorry for people that argue for measurements and cheap cable, especially when they have issues with harshness or brightness in their systems.