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In Reply to: RE: Finaly trying streaming posted by kenbrady on April 21, 2025 at 05:50:17
USB connectivity for supporting a wider range of digital formats and not incurring sonic compromises.
While the 7000n isn't *cheap*, it tries to be everything. For the same budget there are arguably better sounding streamers that don't also contain a limited DAC. Also, computer based transports eliminate the single format limitation of using a CD player. My media server contains half a dozen different formats played across a range of streamers around the house and garage. And supports internet based subscription services (I use Qobuz) and radio stations which greatly facilitate finding new music.
I have playlists that mix local and internet based content seamlessly.
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I tried to find streamers without all the extras but in the sub 1500.00 dollar range It was hard to do and get also a decent sound quality.
Suggestion would be appreciated.
Thanks
I'm not convinced that your streamer sounds bad. I think it's a matter of juggling a couple things. Perhaps try the DAC that is built into the streamer just to compare against the Gustard. IMHO the chip type in the DAC has less impact on sound quality than the implementation and all important analog stage. I have owned excellent sounding ESS DACs and others that were duds. But the same goes for other DAC chips.I would also explore whatever settings are available within your streamer and maybe try its COAX out to the Gustard instead of OPTICAL. You have a few variables to play with.
And of course Tidal itself. I haven't used it in a long time but there might be some Tidal (and Tidal App) settings that can affect sound quality.
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I would highly recommend trying a Wiim pro plus or better model. The sound is excellent and the app is seamless and easy to learn. It has multiple options for eq and has very good room correction.
It has gapless playback if you want it. I've never had music cut out, it just works all the time.
It plays with Qobuz, Tidal, Radio Paradise, Amazon Music, Apple Airplay, pretty much everything but Apple music. You can use your outboard dac if you prefer but it has a decent dac inside.
No AES connections on my pro plus.
I've found that Qobuz sounds much better than Tidal generally speaking, but it's been a few years since I tried Tidal.
The Wiim is just a little plastic black box, so if you want something fancy look elsewhere. It's not really noticeable on a rack of components.
there are many available on the market within your budget. My Sonore ultraRendu fits that range and has excellent sound quality through my pretty good system. Click my moniker for more details and pics if you're interested. It contains nothing superfluous to the playback of music nor has an exaggerated case size like the Audiolab. Yes, does require an external power supply of your choice. Compare...
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While not quite as good, a simple Raspberry Pi4 with case and good power supply can be had for under $200. I maintain one for fun and backup purposes for the main system. This is an older RPi3 used in the garage. Just a bit of one time DIY assembly and OS configuration involved. I've been using *free* LMS for over ten years with my collection of audio and video endpoints and no longer use physical media. Far more flexible and convenient.
That's why I think following the PC forum for devices like this can be helpful.
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