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Would this be a good starter system for streaming?

I am new to streaming so looking for valuable input. I am considering purchasing the following:

Music Server - Small Green Computer - Sonictransporter i5 with CD ripper
Music Streamer - Ultrarendu
DAC - RME ADI-2 

Was also considering the optical versions. Want to run as a ROON server.

This will be used with KEF 107.2 speakers, Macintosh 34v & 7200 amp.
i have a fairly large CD collection that needs to be ripped

Would something else be better in the $5K range 


ccasebier
ajm29
13 posts
 
Dave & Troy,

I know the various Bricasti DACs do not unfold MQA. Does the latest version of the T+A DAC 8 DSD unfold MQA? I know earlier versions did not, but read that software was "under development."  Thanks.

-Andy
ferrox
86 posts
 
That would be a great setup and plus one more thing, FTA usb cable.
gyeltsen
15 posts
 
I own a Hegel H360- Can anyone help me determine the best way to stream Tidal, Qobuzz, etc through its DAC?
dbautista
6 posts
 
Paul McGowan from PS audio posted a recommendation (video) which consists of a Mac Mini as a server.  I tried it and it sounds better than all the streamers I have used in the past.  To save money, I bought a used Mac mini and upgraded the HD.  Also, the best DAC for USB input is the Musical Fidelity V90 ($299).  The USB input outperformed the other DACs I experimented with.  
Best of luck..
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spiritofradio
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Salesmen & Dealers should stay far away from anything even close to a product recommendation.  
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