Not sure what Big System Means?? Are you trying to connect physical cables? like a pair of RCA inputs? What Alexa device (Echo)? Normally you can connect the Alexa device via a 1/8 audio jack cable to RCA.
Amazon abilities but with digital output... Sonos?
I want something that operates like Alexa but plays on my big system without having to hit buttons etc.. I'm going to use this in a private gym. My clients often come in alone. I want them to be able to walk in, tell Alexa (or whoever) to play Simon & Garfunkle and it plays on the main system.
All Alexa devices only have analog outs.. Thoughts? Ideas?
@dtximages - As @mattmiller indicated you can use a 1/8 audio jack to RCA inputs cable with most Echo devices. You can also use a Sonos Port for a Alexa controllable source, but at $450, it is a bit pricy. Both Bluesound, through BluOS, and WiiM units are now Alexa enabled. You could pick up an older used Bluesound Node or 2i for a couple of hundred bucks on eBay or USAudioMart and they have optical, coax, and RCA outputs. A WiiM Pro (with the same outputs) is $150 on Amazon. Now, this all assumes that the "main" system is being controlled separately and can be set to default to the desired input and/or volume setting. There are ways to use an Alexa compatible smart outlet to turning on/off an system. I have done this with systems in my home as well has helped others to do it. But I would need more info on the equipment of the "main" system and what sound quality is desired, etc. - Jeff From the Bluesound web site:
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Thanks for the input. I do not want to use the 1/8th output jack on the alexa as that uses its internal DAC and is essentially double preamped / double volumed when you connect it to the main system.. "Main system" just means my main audio system. Instead of logging onto my Eversolo app, I want to just say "alexa play elton john" and it comes through my main 2ch system which includes all separates and speakers/subs.
My experience with the Bluesound Alexa integration is awful. You basically have to add the Bluesound as an Alexa "skill" which is hit or miss and always requires signing out/in to fix it.
I will keep the system always on so no need for plugs.
I just want my streamer to hear my voice like my alexas. You would think that would have already been done on the regular. |
@dtximages - As far as I know, and from looking at the Eversolo web site, the Eversolo devices do not integrate with Amazon Alexa. So with that out, and not wanting to use the 1/8' jack out of the Echo devices, off the top of my head, that leaves only a few options...
Hope that helps.... - Jeff
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