All in One Solution for Streaming

You might look into the Matrix Audio Element P. It's an all in one streamer, DAC, and speaker amp with tons of functionality. Matrix is a Chinese firm that isn't really well known in the mainstream but they make great products with lots of value for the money. I compared it to the similarly priced Cambridge EVO 150 and the Matrix was drastically better in my system.

I have a NAIM UNITI ATOM with Tannoy Autograph Minis and REL Tx5 sub in my bedroom. 10x12.  It is a fabulous set up.  When my main system integrated went in for service I connected it to my Tannoy Kensingtons and it sounded great there too.  

@ deep_333 

Yamaha recommendation caught my eye.

Thanks to all for vour valuable input and apologies for not responding earlier but preoccupied with medical issues at home.

Again many thanks

Consider the TEAC UD-701-N.

For $3K you can pick up a used Devialet Expert Pro 140. Streamer/DAC/pre/power/phono input in an elegant slim case. IMHO, it’s in a different league sound and function wise plus the coolest remote control ever. Its sound is pristine and should mate well with the warmth of the Electa Amator. 

I wouldn't want music in the dining room during dining. It would so annoy me when people would talk over the music :)

I went with a Linn MDSM/4.  It does everything I need and does it well 

Have to agree on Hegel H190.  I use one as my summer amp when my tube amp makes the room a little warm.  I use a WiFi booster with an Ethernet plug on it and run the Ethernet cable to the Hegel.  Sounds great to me.

I'd also suggest looking at Hegel based solely on the fact that the previous owner of my T+A PA 3100 HV settled on the Hegel 590 because he wanted to move to a one-box solution. He thought Hegel competed well against the T+A sonically, which is no mean feat as the T+A is truly extraordinary. 

I know it's just one (two?) persons opinions, but that, along with the fact that Harbeth powers their speakers at shows with Hegel, I think speaks volumes for the brand. 

Hegel H190 which can be found used for $3,000 or less, I do not own one....but generally highly thought of 

Do not forget Hegel! Their integrated amplifiers have good DAC's and onboard streaming They can do Spotify, Tidal, Roon, AIrplay, etc. 

I'll second what @fastfreight is saying- do you really want speakers in the dining room? speaker cables for guests or pets to trip over? Sonos are awesome, just use your phone to control, either using Roon from the main system or just your phone apps. We have had some issues connecting them at times when wifi modem changes, but once connected it works flawlessly.

A nice small, discrete room filling sound and no-one will know where the sound is coming from. We have a Five and it amazes me the bass that come out of it. I have also been in restaurants with a few of the little older style One's mounted in the top corners and me being an audiophile could not believe they did not have the sonos sub with them somewhere. I see they even have in wall and ceiling speakers now if someone wanted to do a little more permanent work. 

Hello @rost ,

I had the Bluesound Power Node for exactly this application with older KEF floor standers in both my dining room and later in my master bedroom.  It fits the bill exactly, sounded fine, and can be fairly easily sold if you upgrade later.

I will say the big speakers were a bit of an overkill for a third system.  I eventually sold all that and bought a Naim Muso 2 for the bedroom which sounds quite amazing, is elegant and a partner please vs the big KEFs.

Today,, the Muso is gone and I run a pair of Sonos Era 300 speakers, one in the master BR and another in the master bath.  These also sound great for their size, much nicer than the older Sonos speakers.  They stream Qobuz, where I have nice playlists and are rock solid on my WiFi.  Don’t even need the app to bring them up, just touch the play button and things resume.

Another to put on your radar that is very versatile and has a very clean sound is the Technics SU-GX70. 

JBL SA750 does all that. IIRC, so do several Yamaha MusicCast integrated amps.

NAD makes a number of these all in one units that support the Bluesound system. Here is a decent used one:

Another vote for the Hifi Rose RS520. Check the reviews. You should be able to try one out with little risk to you, allow for a few days break in.
I’ve got their 150b and really like it, very impressed with SQ.

The HiFiRose RS520 linked above sounds great. The interface is not fantastic but it's fine. That or a Naim would be my choices.

I just checked and the Bluesound PowerNode goes for $950.  Assuming they are using the same DAC as the latest iteration of the Node, I can at least vouch for the DAc, but I can’t comment on the amp.  You ought to be able to audition one in your system.

Does Bluesound make an all in one?  And do you need storage for recorded CDs, or will it be playing music from a service such as Spotify?

Since amplification will surely be class D I see there are different module options, some better valued then others, so I would want the better considered options.

Since this is intended primarily for background music and entertaining  during dining wish to keep budget if possible at around 3k but am open to advice.

3k is not miniscule change, i.e., might as well buy something worthwhile, if you're spending that much.

The Yamaha R-N2000A is not Class D (emperor with no clothes). It is good ol' meaty Class AB and will make stuff sound very good, could even serve as the main piece for many folks. In fact, my daughter just bought it with her own cash! All the guests you're entertaining might become audiophiles!

Cambridge EVO 150?

I use the name Unitii Atom HE for Headphones at the bedside. I took it from my main rig when I upgraded my streamer there. It’s amazing unit, highly recommended.

 NAIM uniti Atom has a non class D 40 wpc mule kicker of an amp and very competitive streamer / dac….

Naim all in one unit link:

"Enjoy your music any way you want with the award-winning Mu-so 2nd Generation. This versatile all in one wireless music system has unbeatable sound quality that will stop you in your tracks. Featuring the very latest music-streaming technology, this is the ultimate single-box system you and your music deserve. From up to 24bit high-resolution streaming to multiroom music with additional HDMI TV sound; the Mu-so guarantees an unforgettable musical experience".

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Others have bought a Naim unit (can’t remember model) for this purpose.  Can’t speak to sound quality, but I’m sure it’s more than fine for background music.