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Do I need a stand alone streamer?

Pardon if this is a beginner’s question, but I just bought a nearly new Marantz SR8012 AVR on Audiogon. I am very impressed with the unit and I’ve been streaming Qobuz to it with good results. I was wondering if I could get even better results by adding a Bluesound Node to my setup. Will I get a noticeable improvement in sound by having a separate streamer?

manhattan1

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jeffbij
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@manhattan1  -  Both are good choices at this price point.  There is an advantage with the Bluesound N130 due the better BlueOS app.

jeffbij
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I would try both ways and see which of the built in DACs you like better.

And keep an eye on your order.  Cambridge Audio has been selling the AXN10 and MXN10 for $399 for the last 6 months (?) and now everyone is on back order ???  They maybe getting ready to release something new as a replacement for both units.

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