How big is the "large collection"? I believe my local dealer told me the Bluesound Vault 2i can hold approx. 2000 CDs. I also believe it can support an external hard drive, but I'm not sure about that. It's a pretty good value at $1199 MSRP. Only caveat vs some other streamers: Requires Ethernet connection. I think you can overcome that limitation by using Power-Line Ethernet adapters if you can't run Ethernet cable from your router to the Vault 2i.
Network streamer with hard drive
Good morning. I am looking for a network streamer that can hold a large digital music library and can replace my current DAC. I currently have a small pc running through a low end DAC via USB. Any recommendations would be appreciated. Would like the device to display the song and album art if possible.