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Ethernet Cable or Not?

Hey everybody,

Thanks in advance for your guidance.

I use an inexpensive WiFi receiver to send a signal to a Schiit Dac, then to my Integrated.

The wireless signal never lags/buffers, but sometimes music sounds better to me than others. Very well could be in my head, tinnitus intensity, etc.

Line of sight to my router is approximately seven feet, and a ten foot cable would do the job and for the most part be hidden.

Is a wired connection between a router and WiFi receiver the way to go if one is possible? Or if I’m not having buffering should I let it be? (I don’t own a cable to try but can pick one up if it’s likely to help of course.)

Thanks for the help!
uncledemp

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uncledemp OP
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David_ten,

Thanks, here goes, 

WiFi ——Tunebox 2, TB20 (Budget WiFi receiver) —- generic coax out to a Schiit Modi Multibit—— Morrow Level 4 RCAs —— Anthem Integrated 225.

I’m pretty content, but I perceive the quality varies at times, That’s why I’m curious about a hard wired connection to my router.

Other things it could be;

i plug my equipment directly into a wall outlet, so my power quality may vary. 

My Tinnitus varies in intensity. (Three cicadas out of five currently.)

May be all in my head/mood. 

All in all I’m content, but willing to try some simple measures. 

@almarg Thanks, as always for your thoughtful counsel, I’ll pick up a decent Ethernet cable and experiment.

@rego Good point.I’ll gut check my hearing with my GP and follow your cable advice. 

Regards,

gary
uncledemp OP
706 posts
 
Thanks for your feedback, I’ll check out these options. 

Hope everybody has a great weekend!
uncledemp OP
706 posts
 
Thanks again, very good points!

I’ve looked at some LPS options and they can get pricey. Please recommend a cost effective option if you know of one, I may be overthinking this.

Also, If I upgrade my WiFi receiver to a Blusound Node2 would that be a big step up, or would the LPS still be needed?

Thanks and regards-
uncledemp OP
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@classdstreamee 

Thanks for the feedback.

What music service are you using?

Are you using an outboard Dac? I use a Schiit Modi Multibit.

Fwiw, I’m using Amazon Music HD. Before, I was streaming from the standard service. The upgrade made a world of difference. I’m very content.

Please let us know how the reclocker works-

Regards
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