Has anybody tried Qobuz Streaming service?


Hi and thanks for reading!

Has anybody tried Qobuz and compared it to TIDAL? I read that Qobuz streams 24/196 files which may be higher than even TIDAL Master quality?? If you have made the switch to Qobuz, was it easy to integrate into your streaming system?

I look forward to hearing from people who have tried Qobuz and either loved it or disliked it compared to TIDAL.

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I have been using Qobuz for several months and doing most of my listing using their hi-res albums (24-bit/96 and 24/192).   The setup was very easy.  I logged into Qobuz on my MAC Computer and created a Qobuz account.   I signed out and entered the login info on my Aurender N10 Music Server and I was connected to Qobuz.   The Aurender Conductor App interface is very easy to use and I was ready to start Qobuz Streaming in less then 2 minutes.  Connecting to Qobuz was very easy on my Aurender.    I assume connecting using other music servers is the same but I really do not know.   I have not used the Qobuz computer interface other than for my initial signup.  

Qobuz is new so I spent time searching their site for interesting albums.  I have favorites on Tidal that, in some cases, are not on Qobuz. Substitute albums usually work. The question is should I keep Tidal?   At this time, I probably will and see how it goes   I prefer to maintain my favorite albums on Tidal.  

Qobuz hi-res albums sound terrific.   I wish their hi-res album section was better but I know they are adding new albums.   The hi-res sound quality is excellent and much better than the non hi-res albums.  Qobuz hi-res streaming is the reason why you should subscribe to Qobuz.  IMHO, the hi-res sound quality is easily worth the price.   In other words, Qobuz is recommended.  

Any streaming service (Tidal, QoBuz, etc) requires a fully operational network.  This means your modem, router, cable signal being in range and all other related parts must be working correctly.  

At the beginning, I had serious router issues and several Internet Service Provider (ISP) issues requiring several house calls to repair.  My first router dropped packets and my 2nd router could not handle the streaming load.  My third router, Luxul, is now working fine.

As was noted above, streaming issues concerning instability usually mean something is wrong with your network.  My ISP Tech updated my in-house cables and corrected the wiring in my outside junction box.

Yes, I had similar instability issues caused by a corroded outside ISP junction box and issues with an ISP down stream amplifier.  My cable signal strength also needed adjusting (this issue caused my instability issues). 

Streaming requires these parts to be operating at full capacity.  If you have instability issues, I suggest you investigate all the areas mentioned above.   No, it is not easy and requires a cooperative ISP Tech to help identify and correct these issues.  You should also confirm your modem can handle the streaming load.  If it is old, you might need to replace it.  

Once your network is correctly operating, you should be able to successfully stream these services.  Unfortunately, I had all the above issues and it took me several weeks to get everything corrected.  I am now streaming Tidal and Qobuz perfectly with no drop outs or related cable signal issues.  

It is not easy getting all these parts working.  You have to have patience and contact your ISP for assistance, when needed.  I fully explained my streaming instability issues were impacting my listening to my music and the ISP Tech knew exactly what was needed.  I suggest you start with your router first and then your cable company.  As I stated above, every single part in the streaming chain needs to be confirmed it is working correctly.  

Please contact me if you have any questions.