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a remarkably basic question about Roon

I'm considering trying out Roon and, despite hours spent on their too-busy website, I'm still not entirely sure what it would do for me. (Trying to get through their "support" section is an exercise in misery all around.) 

Here's my clueless question. I currently stream music through a Bryston BDP. I use the Bryston software, "Manic Moose," on my laptop or phone to create playlists, move between digital sources (flash drive, Qobuz, radio), and as a remote control for volume, song choice, etc. The Bryston software isn't at all elegant but it's functional.

So, if I get Roon, would I be doing the same thing from the Roon app on my laptop or phone? Would I be completely bypassing "Manic Moose"? and doing everything on the Roon app, including such things as volume and song selection? I understand that Roon is an effective organizer of music from multiple sources; is it also a "media player?? (I have a traditional two-channel set-up and don't do multiple rooms.) The Manic Moose software is clunky enough that I'd consider swapping it out for Roon, if that's in fact what I would be doing. 

Thanks! 

northman

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mapman
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True.  Maybe I will play around with it over the holidays. 

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If I did not have Logitech and Plex Pass already I might be more inclined to pony up for Roon but frankly in my case I am not seeing a lot of added value.  

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I was going to do the trial then I saw the normal monthly cost.  Ouch that adds up!  Do I really need that when Free Logitech Media server + add ons already does most of the things I read Roon does.  I would definitely dump Plex but lose ability to stream my music in the car.  Hmmm….

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I will have to give it a try and see if worth it for me.  

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Ah perfect.   Looks like should be able to use my SQ devices which would be nice.  Would like to shutdown Logitech MEdia Server and replace it with something newer like Roon.

I also run Plex and pay for Plexpass.  The main advantage with Plex is ability to connect remotely over internet from work or my car via carplay  to my music library at home.

Does Roon provide that kind of remote access over the internet as opposed to ljust on your local network? 

Would be nice to retire both Plex and Logitech MEdia servers.

Might be time to  give Roon a tryout over the holidays.

Thanks.

 

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Can I use the Squeeze devices with a Roon "Core" I suppose otherwise as opposed to Logitech Media Server? Then use other apps from Smart Phones and Windows with Roon?

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Do Squeezebox devices like Touch and Radio work with Roon?  Anybody doing that?

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