Wifi vs hardwired for streaming

Worth a read 

https://youtu.be/aCUq26A2Sdw

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https://youtu.be/34MxeKeSo0o

https://youtu.be/3YviIlAg4d4

https://youtu.be/FQFjFbjx2Sw

my experiences …..it depends .

i do both with good results . . ETHERNET direct cable connection ultimately was declared a winner in my A system after I went full Monty with ALL of the following and Each step matters ,

In my lesser systems without the same audio resolution, wireless is fine

- high-end top end build and properly shielded Ethernet cables with TELEGARTNER connectors 

- audiophile grade Ethernet switch,

- external linear power supply for the network switch, and

- Ethernet LAN filter.

If you want the best performance the only way to go is Ethernet. 

I think a streamer should give the owner both options and attempt to optimize both.  My Melco N 100 doesn’t do WiFi , and is it Aurender that offers both but recommends that the listener do WiFi?  That never made sense to me as WiFi should at best equal Ethernet, but I am sure that they have their reasons 

@vicweast Great post. A very clear explanation of the issue with noise and digital networks. The bits all make it intact, but the induced noise is the problem that comes with it.

@zlone why thank you.