Trying Qobuz Connect For the First Time

@zlone 

Yes, it is supported. Use MPD/Minimserver, and there are zero licences/fees for using those. 

Although my DSD files don’t go to my DAC natively at the moment with this setup, they are sampled to 384 khz, everything else works like a charm. Kludge is not a word I would use here, I am not the "techiest" guy, and I had it up and running with complete Qobuz integration in about 5 minutes. I have only had Jplay for a few months, and it is one of those moments where I told myself I should have done it years ago. 

https://antipodes.support/t/jplay-on-antipodes/2804

I just discovered how to use QC properly and yes the difference between it and the Aurender Conductor is definitely noticeable.  The QC is more direct and live sounding.  What a surprise!

The more I listen to it, I realize that it improves the high end of the spectrum markedly.

@rvpiano Qobuz connect vs Conductor? My recollection of that comparison is that Q connect sounded more direct but also more “digital” and flatter. It’s been a year since I sold my N200 though so they may have improved this thru conductor firmware updates so don’t take my word for it. But since it’s a free option might as well enjoy it!

Yes, I agree with you. In large-scale works it does tend to “flatten out.”  In music with smaller forces such as in pop or jazz it’s very impressive though.