Wired vs. Wireless


Let's say you have a streamer/DAC device which can run on Wi-Fi or Ethernet. Considering sound quality alone, is there a difference between controlling the streamer from a phone/tablet vs. using an outboard music player via USB, AES, or coax? In either setup you are using the same DAC and its output, so the question is to what extent, if any, does the front end matter.
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kijanki, appreciate your explanations and advice. I suppose few if any audiophiles enjoy a theoretically ideal setup. Just trying to make the best of my own circumstances, thanks for sharing.

Wire all the way. Bluetooth is part of the noise most of up are trying to avoid. Why would you want that to be the way your music is transmitted to your wonderfully new headphones? HiFiMAN is pitching Ananda BT. But they are in business to make money. Get the regular Anandas.
Earphones, earbuds, and headphones have become an essential item for many people today. But while they can do a great job allowing you to listen to music whenever and wherever you want, they also come with a few drawbacks. They can break relatively easily, the sound can glitch, the wires can get tangled, and if you get a wireless pair, they are extremely easy to lose.
A pair of wired earphones is a great choice for anyone who wants to have their headphones connected to their device at all times. These models are easy to use, they don’t have any battery to charge, and they are extremely useful for everyday situations.
Wireless headphones, on the other hand, are a little more complicated, but they can definitely be worth the effort. These devices are great because they let you listen to music wherever you go without having to worry about wires getting tangled or breaking in the middle of your favourite song.
https://www.techshout.com/gadgets/2021/30/wireless-vs-wired-earphones-make-the-right-choice/