Music streamer recomendation

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Apr 3, 2019

Just to update the thread. I am looking at an iFi Pro iDSD. I know it has an onboard DAC but it has a lot of features that I like, fits inside the budget and seems really flexible. I plan on using it as a streamer and a replacement for my Darkvoice 336SE. I would appreiciate any comments or examples of your experience with this streamer/DAC or similar products.

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Apr 20, 2019

I've decided that my system is better than I thought. Everything just sounds better.

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Apr 20, 2019

Every layer adds it own alteration to the signal... I firmly believe in maximizing source performance so regardless of downstream gears impact you are starting off with a clean signal

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oneway23

Mar 10, 2019

I would echo RJ-Chicago's comments. I also use a Bluesound product (Vault 2). If you need a streamer, try a Node. If you want a streamer/CD ripper with storage, take a look at the Vault. Also used with Roon. Good luck!

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RJ-Chicago

Mar 9, 2019

There are a lot of good streamers available. I happen to be happy with the BluSound Node 2i. It is relaitively small, it supports Tidal and Qobuz. It is also a Roon endpoint if you want to ever use Roon. It is also readily available on the used markets. Also not that much money compared to the alternatives.

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RicMF

Mar 8, 2019

I have an Auralic Aries (first generation), and it has been an absolute nightmare to keep running. Worst audio component I've ever dealt with. When it works, however, it does sound fantastic. I can only hope the G1/G2 works much better.

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Naimist

Mar 7, 2019

You can't go much wrong with the Bluesound Node 2i. Great value for money.

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yellbean

Mar 7, 2019

I was streaming to a chromecast audio (24/96) then fiured out if I stream to a regular chromecast I can stream 24/196

rastus

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Mar 6, 2019

I would make sure it included native DSD capability, a resource: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1rHcXP7PExksxZfkif3Rv2CT1Y_ESpNSv2b0nkKlBySk/htmlview# I did like the idea of an ssd for actual streaming and an old-fashioned spinning disk(s) with flying head(s) to update and shut down for noise abatement. Though now costs have come down so large SSD’s are not unreasonable... then folks like esoteric say no drive size/configuration will ever be right and moon is a player only w/o a dac... go figure... My “player”, a Korg MR-2000;) My base rules would (should) be, native DSD, 2TB or larger SSD, and a great clock in an oven. This is a fast changing platform arena; don’t think there are many real mistakes and prices are dropping a bit, interested to see your choice. Do skip the ones with speaker terminals...

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rastus

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May 13, 2019

Nice... Live anywhere around NYC, so I can listen;)

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May 15, 2019

rastus

Sorry, California. I should get them on Friday and I'll post my first impressions probably this weekend.

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Mar 6, 2019

Budget is fairly healthy < $5k.

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Mar 7, 2019

Right now my Roon server is a Dell XPS 15. I am very interested in the Auralic Aries G1/G2. Is the G2 worth it over the G1? But you're right the G2 looks great.

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Mar 7, 2019

Don't have any personal time with the G2 but it's getting almost universal praise from the higher end review sources I trust. I use a direct PC connection for my primary system but have been looking at streamers for a future purchase. Planning to separate the Home Theater and HiFi again.

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Mar 5, 2019

Sonore MicroRendu, Auralic Altair, BlueSound for the budget win. Do you already have a quality DAC or are you looking for an all-in-one?

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Mar 6, 2019

My DAC is the Parasound Hint 5 probably via USB.

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Mar 6, 2019

That's a solid integrated, with that in mind I would more than likely go Sonore MicroRendu were I in your shoes. If you primarily manage via Roon you will be in good shape with that device. Can also add a LPS upgrade if desired. https://www.sonore.us/microRendu.html

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