yep, this is exactly what I have pointed out in my earlier post that @R_C2 Roon setting is “minimum phase” filter.
Once again personal non-scientific observation - I have tried several ESS based devices and experience was not always the same. For example - awesome Perreaux Audio DP32 DAC was “ringing” for me with HQP however was brillant with Roon (with linear phase). Note, it could not do more than PCM 24/192. And I loved that one on Roon. On contrary, Topping 50S was very receptive to HQPlayer in my set up. I really liked it. But these two DAC were connected to different poweramps, which also plays a role. I tried few other ESS’s they were all different…
There are several ways available to change the settings. It is possible to change settings “on the fily” - I personally use HQPDControl application, running on my iPad or iPhone (note, I use HQPlayer Embedded). There are few other ways. Some are truly creative and brilliant, like this one here: Commanding HQ Player… The fun way - Audio Gear Talk / HQ Player - Roon Labs Community