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Computer Audio Setup

Realy wanting to get a computer setup. Im using a PS audio pwd with bridge into tube amp and merlins vsm speakers. Ive been feeding sonos into the pwd but the sonos limitations are my current issue. I love sonos for my whole house audio but not for high end stereo. I purchased a nas to put all my cds on but feel id rather have a computer based audio system. So how should I proceed? I have an imac thats two floors above my stereo so direct connection is out. Can i stream with higher rez from sites like mog or rhapsody using a computer than my current sonos setup?

Jwh
jamesw20

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audioengr
3,282 posts
 
You can improve on the Sonos a lot with a resampling reclocker.

If you want the best SQ possible, then get an async USB converter with HDMI I2S to your PWD. You must locate a Mac Mini at the audio system and run iTunes and Pure Music on it. USB cable to the converter. You can control the Mini from upstairs Mac or an iPad and spool your music from upstairs disk. Rhapsody can be wireless from the Mini. The computer upstairs does not need to be involved in Rhapsody.

iTunes Remote controls everything. Its free.

Steve N.
Empirical Audio
audioengr
3,282 posts
 
"The alternative Steve is alluding to is to get his forthcoming offramp 5, which allows you go from a a high grade music server into a USB converter, I2S into the perfectwave Dac."

Actually, I was referring to a new resampler/reclocker for $599.00 just made for the Sonos etc..

Steve N.
Empirical Audio
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