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Optical vs Ultra Rendu.

Is it worth the $696 more to go with the optical Rendu:

https://www.smallgreencomputer.com/collections/recommended-solutions/products/systemoptique-server-player-combo-sonictransporter-i5-or-i7-cdr-opticalrendu-4-port-gigabit-switch-with-fiber-port-and-power-supplies

Over the standard (ethernet connected) ultra Rendu:

https://www.smallgreencomputer.com/collections/audio-server/products/premier-server-player-combo-sonictransporter-i5-ultrarendu-7v-linear-power-supply

Has anybody compared these units, is there a notable difference in sound quality between these two?  Both still connect to the DAC via USB. 

high-amp
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high-amp OP
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jjss49 - wow, thanks for all that!
OK, so it looks like you can purchase a Ultra Rendu then add these media converters to achieve an optical connection.

But, if you purchase and Optical Rendu you wouldn't need these media converters as the Rendu is already optical. Am I reading this right?

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Thanks @jjss49 I just didn’t have the time to post all the products but still wanted to help.  Very helpful, and thank you!!!

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But, if you purchase and Optical Rendu you wouldn’t need these media converters as the Rendu is already optical. Am I reading this right?

yes, think of the optical rendu as a regular rendu streamer with an optical converter already built in 

high-amp OP
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jjss49 - Got it now, thanks for the clarification. Have a great weekend!
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