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Best Server To Run Roon Core

Hi Folks,

I don’t currently run ROON, but would like to begin correctly in order to give it a chance - and I understand that server (hardware) on which Roon core is installed is important for SQ (due to noise reduction and other factors).

What are the best hardware for SQ and usability where ROON core should be installed and why (be it audiophile dedicated servers or modified PCs)? Please comment on the rest of your setup for context if you could.

Thank you in advance.


jmarshak
jerrybj
892 posts
 

Thanks AP1

From what I understand, the Antipodes K21 sounds better if used solely as a streamer. Still, it sounds pretty damn good as it is!

I have an old Nuc I haven't got around to setting up. Probably the best option would be to fire that up first...

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mclinnguy
1,085 posts
 

@jerrybj this post may be of interest:

https://antipodes.support/t/differences-k50-and-k21

 

jerrybj
892 posts
 

I dropped in and had a chat with Mark Jenkins at Antipodes today; a nice guy.

Won't add a Nuc to my K21.

zlone
1,357 posts
 

@jerrybj Can you elaborate on the reasons why you will stick with just the K21? I have an older CX as a server, but if/when I upgrade it will likely involve more Antipodes products. 

jerrybj
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Mark thought that adding a Nuc as server to the Antipodes K21 as streamer, could sound worse than the K21 running on its own as streamer/server.

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