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Seeking Recommendations for a Streamer (No DAC)

Hi All,

Unfortunately I could not get an Aurender N100h to work with my BlackIce Glass FX Tube DAC so it's going back. 

It's a known issue with Aurender, they even have a "bug fix" built into the app but in my case it didn't work.

I'm looking for a dedicated streamer, no DAC, optimized for USB to replace a NODE N130.

Budget is ~$1,000 used.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions. 

macg19
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oddiofyl
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Eversolo has had issues with USB compatibility also.   I would steer clear ....   my Dad has an A6 that had USB issues and dropouts.   

After a year plus of going back and forth , they finally swapped it out but it still does not recognize his DAC.  Had to use Coax connection. 

They do not handle firmware updates very well.  Do some research and you will find every firmware update screws something else up.  

 

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oddiofyl
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I would buy a Bluesound Icon at that price.  

simonb
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If you want to be a bit different and have Roon for a  world class sound try a Diretta three tier system?

tommyr1963
4 posts
 

I bought a Sonore UltraRendu, recently.  No DAC, No Screen, only output is USB.  Was very, very easy to setup for Roon.  It's on sale, and with a LPS optional; it fits your budget (Small Green Computer Company).  

Haven't had time to listen to it much, yet.  I replaced a 1st generation iFi Zen Stream.

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gkelly
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Since you have the linear, power supply. I once again encouraged you to save until you can get into at least a Innuos Stream 1 w/lpsu https://share.google/LVmHM5ngVuj9jbdFs. 
Here is a used one https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lisbi8j4-innuos-zenmini-mk3-music-servers-docks?creative=730956589666&gad_campaignid=15363810867&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_7PRBhDcARIsAMjV7jlAYZOkH0OYS5qwx9M61tNGLtyolHNvg0PDQo6prUtne3wQp18IVHgaAiI_EALw_wcB&keyword=

 

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