I’d back up and re-think your architecture. Problem #1 is that you really didn’t describe one. Exactly what functions is the streamer performing? How many DACs if any? Where? How connected?
This has huge impact on whether the streamer makes much difference at all. It also has a huge impact on, if it DOES make a difference, if power supply changes impact it (or isolation or ....).
I strongly suggest a dedicated library/streaming machine, like Roon or your fav, somewhere away from your system, plugged into a different outlet, and fully isolated by your network. The add bridges that handle the local network termination and deliver USB to your DAC. Make sure the DAC’s USB is isolated, OR the streamer has clean power to its USB output, OR both.
Ensure very hgih quality (re-) clocking at the DAC.
At this point the streamer brand will matter very little.
I will say that the Node, as a full streamer/DAC is pretty mediocre. Easily beaten by many $99 DACs.
G
This has huge impact on whether the streamer makes much difference at all. It also has a huge impact on, if it DOES make a difference, if power supply changes impact it (or isolation or ....).
I strongly suggest a dedicated library/streaming machine, like Roon or your fav, somewhere away from your system, plugged into a different outlet, and fully isolated by your network. The add bridges that handle the local network termination and deliver USB to your DAC. Make sure the DAC’s USB is isolated, OR the streamer has clean power to its USB output, OR both.
Ensure very hgih quality (re-) clocking at the DAC.
At this point the streamer brand will matter very little.
I will say that the Node, as a full streamer/DAC is pretty mediocre. Easily beaten by many $99 DACs.
G