Recommended sources for tubes


What sources do you suggest for an analog type system? I tried logitech streaming, but it is fatiguing with low data files. What is the best way to get music to this setup? I have fast internet. I don’t have a CD collection. I don’t have a vinyl collection. I would like to stream and play hi rez downloaded files for sure. What direction do I go in?

CAYIN AUDIO A-5oTNola Boxer speakersREL T5i subNo sources
I was considering a  Marantz ND8006 .   Other options? 

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Showing 1 response by lowrider57

The Bluesound Node 2i is a cost effective high quality source. Since you don’t own CDs, why buy an all-in-one budget source like the Marantz? All electronic devices are in one box most likely using a shared power supply.

The Vault would not make sense in your situation since it has a hard drive to burn CDs. I think the Node would suit your system....there is a trial period with the purchase and each streaming service offers a 30 day free trial.
If you were to go for the Node 2i, adding an aftermarket power cable and a high quality digital cable will vastly improve the SQ. Music becomes more transparent and realistic.