If you're already ok with the laptop or any computer attached, I think you're describing a good use case for Roon. Leave the computer attached as a Roon core and you can control it from any device (other computers, phones, tablets, etc).
Add streamer with quality sound to system for Tidal and portable drive
I want to add a streamer to my system, I am currently using a Dell laptop with a decent USB cable.
Will I be satisfied with a Node 2 streaming Tidal and plugging in a portable drive? I want to control from my phone. I don't need multi room access.
This is my equipment in terms of expectations:
Will I be satisfied with a Node 2 streaming Tidal and plugging in a portable drive? I want to control from my phone. I don't need multi room access.
This is my equipment in terms of expectations:
Rogue 99 pre amp
Rouge Ares phono pre amp
Rogue m180 monoblocks
SOTA Saphhire III
Dynavector DV-20X
Rega Saturn CD
Linear Power Supply for DAC
Brooklyn DAC
Vandersteen 2CE
Vandesteen 2W subs x2