Lumin u1 or Aurender N10


I'm debating between a Lumin U1 or an Aurender N10 streamer. Both are streamers with NO DAC. anyone would like to share their thoughts between the two brands ( SQ and App usage) thanks to all.

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I currently have the Lumin T2 and am very happy with it and the SQ.  I have the Lumin connected through Roon with a Synology DS918+ NAS.  I also have a direct connect from my Lumin into my Preamp so I can use the Lumin app and play direct from Lumin into my preamp.  What I discovered through different tweaks is that the SQ is significantly better going direct from the Lumin via the Lumin app to the preamp.  When I run it through Roon I lose some of the soundstage and musicality.  My cabling is Transparent throughout and my preamp is an Audio Research Ref6SE.  

As it relates to Aurender I am actually contemplating an upgrade to the N20 with a new DAC by MSB.  MSB does not support Roon nor have an app; therefore, I would need the N20 and as my go between.

I must say I love my Lumin and will still keep it connected since I have 6 zones that use to stream throughout the balance of my house with a connection to Naim products as well as Sonos.

I have not had the chance to hear the Aurender but have had great feedback from a couple dealers as well as the recent review that was posted online by a major publication.

Look forward to hearing about your set up and experience @bigbuj once you get it set up.

Woots