On question 2. I upgraded from my Bluesound Node N130 streamer to an Innuos Zen Mk3 streamer and I heard a noticeable difference. Based on that I think you would hear a difference too moving to the Rose streamer. Agree that the DAC has more impact on the sound than the streamer in my experience. If you like the Currant sound of your DAC you should be set. The Zen Mk3 is just a steamer with no DAC. Also agree about upgrading your service. I started with Spotify and tried all of the major services. Chose Qobuz. The Sense app Innuos uses works well with Qobuz. Qobuz had the best combination of music quality with HiRes, selection, ease of use and cost in my experience. Enjoy your new musical journey!
Chord M Scaler with HiFi Rose 130 streamer?
Ok my current setup: Bluesound Node X ~Chord Qutest ~Chord M Scaler~ Class (AB D A ) amps ~ Cornwall iv’s ~SVS PB Subwoofer
Question: member knowledge please if I choose to replace Bluesound Node X with the HiFi Rose 130?
The current combination sounds fantastic, but I get some occasional “skips” in the streamed Spotify library. I’m wondering about a couple things then:
1. High 102 db Cornwall sensitivity vs. adding more Hifi Rose RS 130 brilliance in detail possibly negating the M Scaler smoothness?
2. Overkill? Is there significantly MORE to be uncovered between replacing the Node X with the HiFi Rose 130?
(Also the Node X is my headphone jack and pairs well with my Focal Elex)
… any opinions are welcome and thank you!