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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
jwillox
211 posts
 

Lumin. 

retiredaudioguy
289 posts
 

Another vote for the Eversolo T8. Mine works flawlessly in a $100k system.

It supports every service, plus internet radio, can Rip (or play) CDs with a $39 USB CD drive, and supports SSDs.

With USB your DAC is in control, no need to spend $$$ on the streamer.

 

 

bobbyloans
101 posts
 

Sonore ULTRARENDU PLUS

may be best sound you can get for the money. ROON ready.  Small Green Computer has some good pricing on new right now

 

t opinion only 

easystreamer
120 posts
 

iFi Zen Stream 3 ~$400 new

Gets the job done with good USB implementation

Leaves you money for a $120 iFi power upgrade, if you want

macg19 OP
1,356 posts
 

@easystreamer I currently have a BlueSound NODE N130 with the LHY LPS which works well, the app is good and it has native Sirius XM Radio which I like for background/casual listing, so I'm not looking for a lateral or slightly better upgrade.

@bobbyloans Small Green Computer seems very well respected, but I'm unsure about Roon.

Many options. Appreciate all the responses.

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