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Recommendation for a Blue Tooth Adapter for a Vintage Stereo

I would like to stream Public Radio at my remote cabin which is out of range for any of the available stations.  I have a vintage Zenith console stereo ( which sounds remarkably good) with tape inputs so I think it will work, given the right adapter and RCA cables.

 The price for these adapters varies significantly, so one assumes there are quality differences and that is my question, what to buy.  I would just as soon pay a little more for quality sound if the cheaper ones are indeed inferior.

I am open to recommendations or comments from anyone with experience with these.  Thank you!

lubachl
lubachl OP
124 posts
 

I found the answer to my question, which is to go with an adapter with AptX HD technology which has a higher degree of resolution than standard Bluetooth.  There are several devices with RCA outputs in the $40 range.  Thanks to all who responded.

fpomposo
137 posts
 

Get a BluDento BLT HD, they are like $100 on amazon, they have amazing range, a ESS DAC inside which sounds pretty good, I have the BLT 2 older model in my shop system and its been great and sounds way better than it should for $100 and solid build quality..

You might need to get your own power supply, its USB powered, I bet a $79 iFi audiophile 5 volt power supply also on Amazon would make it sound even better, I have those on some of my gear tweaks and they are good..

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milpai
2,670 posts
 

Good recommendations above. You can also check out the Auris bluMe HD and PRO version. I have used the HD before and the stability and quality was quiet good.

mahler123
4,052 posts
 

Make sure that your source handles the higher Bluetooth codec

lubachl OP
124 posts
 

My source is an iPhone streaming public radio.  

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