DIY Computer Audio Server or Melco N1Z/2EX-H60


Hi Everyone,
I would like to get an opinion on what music server has a better sound quality.
I want to buy a new Music server with min. 6 TB storage and I am looking at the moment on some different options. My budget is approx. $6000 and I want to connect the new server via Ethernet cable to my streamer.
Option 1: is buying the new Melco N1Z/2EX-H60 unpack it and enjoy the music.or
Option 2: building me own Music server using a HDPLEX H5 2nd Gen Fan-less PC Case withe a ASUS Workstation Motherboard, Intel XEON Possessor, industry graded memory modules, SSD and PCIe M.2 storage, JCAT Ethernet Card Femto, 400W Linear power supply.
Could anyone give meĀ  some advice please, that has some experience Computer Audio Based Music Server.
Kind regards Roger
roger____

Showing 1 response by gdnrbob

I would contact Sam Laufer of Laufer Teknik.
He builds a mini Memory player that uses an Intel NUC. He also has some interesting software to go with it that enhances playback.
Bob