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Ethernet source

I'm trying, somewhat desparetely, to improve the sound quality of streaming which presently I wouldn't even say is up to cd quality, even though I,ve been streaming hi-res files on qobuz.  My streaming device is a Sonore ultrarendu.  I,m limited in terms of Ethernet access where my system is located.  I,ve been using a net gear power line device to obtain Ethernet off of 120v circuitry.  There is, however,
an Ethernet port on my tv cable box.  Would I be better off using that as opposed to the net gear?



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erik_squires
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Ethernet (without using power lines) is best. Wifi after that and power line is absolute last.  I believe the Ethernet jack on your cable box is an input though, not an output?  If it is an output, you may need a router.


If you are too far from your router to run Ethernet, consider a mesh system like this one:

https://amzn.to/2LWWVm8

If your DAC is pre 2010 it really won’t sound very good with anything but high resolution files.
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