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Rose Hifi Network Streamer RS150

Anyone heard this streamer in person? There is a Youtuber (Jay @ NBTS) who reviewed it and was gushing about it. Unfortunately, the review was pretty useless since it neither talks in detail about the sound quality, nor does he attempt to compare it to other streamers in a similar price range -- Aurender, Lumin, Sonore, Simaudio MIND2, etc. 

The presentation, build quality, user interface, and the features look very impressive, but no clue on how it sounds. I also like the DAC chip (AK4499EQ) they're using. This can be a great streamer if you combine 2 channel and movies/TV in the same setup. Of course, the usual caveats regarding reliability, servicing options (in US), and product support apply here as well. I would love to hear from someone who has heard it and is able to compare it to similarly priced streamers.
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fuzztone
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The key with any of these high $$ streamers is the quality of the control app. Tha reviews are totally suspect. A 4.6 BUT only one shows up - it doesn't work. Unless you find someone with a positive axperience, I would stay away.  
Good luck.

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bkmaxey
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Nonsense, the device is Roon ready. Their app, is also probably fine. Regardless, they seem very responsive and update their firmware and software fairly often. I am going to order one soon, and I’ll let you know my experience.
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arafiq OP
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@bkmaxey - I don’t think anyone is claiming that it’s not Roon-ready. I have no doubt that the software and user interface are top notch. What I am not able to get info on is the sound quality, especially when compared to the established high end streamers from Aurender, Auralic, and Lumin. Hopefully you’ll share your impressions once you get it.  
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paolo25
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Has anyone had a chnace to compare it to the Cocktail Audio X50 Pro?
They are two sililar objects in price, the RS 150 has the plus of the integrated dac and is also orented  more on the video side.
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