How to start streaming

@rvpiano,

What is the resolution of your stored files? If you own a iPhone/iPad I would recommend Apple AirPort Express and a 3.5mm/ optical cable setup.

https://www.apple.com/airport-express/

https://www.amazon.com/FosPower-Toslink-Digital-Connectors-Strain-Relief/dp/B00T8HWUVS/ref=sr_1_1?ie...

If your files are at least cd quality (16bit/44.1khz) resolution or higher then you should look into a dedicated streamer like Bluesound Node,

http://www.bluesound.com/en-us/products/node-2/?cl

You can use digital coax or Toslink cable from Node to Gungnir DAC. Or use RCA out from Node to your preamp/processor to bypass Gungnir DAC. Just connect your NAS drive to Node via USB cable and start listening to your stored files. I believe Node comes with all the cables you would need and their customer service is top notch.

The Node setup is very easy, will yield better sound over PC and offers many options to stream music like Tidal, Spotify (with paid subscription).

Hope this helps!

@rvpiano,

Since you own high resolution files and got a nice DAC, I would also recommend looking into Aurender N100H as well. But, overall Node2 is very good value for the money. It’s also capable of full MQA decoding through its internal DAC. 

Enjoy!