Have you tried reading up on all you can at http://www.computeraudiophile.com/?
The author of the site, Chris, has extensively covered what you're looking into.
He's even made his own music server, the C.A.P.S. 2.0 from the best parts that are readily available. And, if you're not into building it, it can be bought from here http://shop.smallgreencomputer.com/Computer-Audiophile-Pocket-Server_c5.htm.
Good luck and keep us posted on your results.
All the best,
Nonoise
The author of the site, Chris, has extensively covered what you're looking into.
He's even made his own music server, the C.A.P.S. 2.0 from the best parts that are readily available. And, if you're not into building it, it can be bought from here http://shop.smallgreencomputer.com/Computer-Audiophile-Pocket-Server_c5.htm.
Good luck and keep us posted on your results.
All the best,
Nonoise