STREAMER - WHERE DO I GO FROM HERE?


I've been using the Eversolo DMP-A8 and think it's a mid-range, feature-rich, capable, and attractive machine.  For the past few months, my focus has been on putting my system together (e.g., new caps on the amps, new tubes, getting clean power, turntable, phono stage, etc) and have felt that I've been overly focused on the analog side.  I've long wanted to work on getting my end game digital setup and pulled the trigger on a BAT Rex 3 DAC and now want a streamer that mates well with it.  I know little about streamers. . .just enough to get lost in the topic.  

Other than an easy-to-read screen and balanced outputs, what features should I look for in an endgame streamer that will deliver a significant performance boost?  I invite any suggestions. 

patrickalston

Look, we’ve disagreed about this for about 2 years.  I provide science, analysis, measurements, other users’ experience, and my own 20 years of streaming experience as support for my views.  You launch poorly reasoned, ad hominem attacks.  I appreciate your fervent mission to convince others of the need to spend more.  May peace be with you (though you really do remind me of my crazy ex, lol!)

I am an old timer that like you concentrated on my vinyl setup for many years.  A few years ago after trying streaming I finelysold my turntable and records and began concentrating on streaming.  I started with a Node and some other lower priced streamers including Aurender and Innuos gradually moving up to their pricier units.  I can tell you from personal experience that there is a difference in streamer sound quality.  I can also assure you that with your DAC and other fine equipment you will hear the difference.

One more thought.  What ever you decide on make sure the manufacturer has good tech support.  Both Innuos and Aurender do,which I can attest to. Many of the other names mentioned do not.

Bat  is not known for good digital ,  ever solo is a entry level streamer ,

innuos and others has nice streamers 

start from the router,get rid of garbage wall wart, put in a Linear power supply 

then a decent Ethernet hub, quality Ethernet cables ,best one  at end  point

@phishhhhh4  "Innuos if just for the Sense App But don't forget about CUSTOMER SERVICE! This is a great company.  

I thought about the new Innuos Stream3 but lately I'm intrigued by vinyl and think owning albums that I really relish could be a fascinating change.