The Node is awesome for sure, especially for the money. I have the Vault 2i and it has literally changed the way I listen to music. I bought it for it's ripping / storage feature but I use it for Tidal the most. Bluesound is always improving the user interface and are very proactive if they identify problems.
I think the term "transport" is now being used generically for anything that stores and delivers media. I use it as a "transport" now because all my discs are on it's drive, which is awesome because of the space it saves, and no fumbling around for CDs. I never thought I would put all my discs on a hard disc, but the sound is excellent using the Vault digital out into my DAC.
I think the term "transport" is now being used generically for anything that stores and delivers media. I use it as a "transport" now because all my discs are on it's drive, which is awesome because of the space it saves, and no fumbling around for CDs. I never thought I would put all my discs on a hard disc, but the sound is excellent using the Vault digital out into my DAC.