I'm not an expert but I'll try to help you out...Requirements 1&2 are easy & only require a laptop or any computer with a good size hard drive..There are a few Programs that make it easy but you need to spend some time reading through Computer Audio threads in this sub forum...There are now also dedicated Hard Drive Servers/Dacs that can hold an entire music collection & replace a computer but again I don't know anything about them as I simply run from laptop to Streaming Control Amp(Quad VA-One)...
I would like to have a computer
I have the Node 2 DAC, connected to a NAD 1600 Receiver/PreAmp, which runs to a McIntosh 2125 Amp, which powers Sansui SP-3500 and Optimus – 1100 speakers in an A+B set up.
When building out this listening room I ran a hdmi cable from the stereo setup location to my tv on the other side of the room.
1) I want to be able to plug the HDMI cable into said computer and send lyrics utilizing Genius/Spotify, and play DVD’s to the tv screen.
2) I want the audio portion of the DVD’s while playing on the tv to run thru a USB cable to my DAC to my stereo.
3) I want to use said machine to rip and store my cd’s, download hi res music, store it, and play it thru my stereo.
I don’t know how to do this, or even if it can be done. Can I buy a machine off of the shelf? Will I need to make the machine? If I need to make the machine would you please be very specific as to what I need to acquire.
Budget wise, I don’t think I can get a “Kitchen Pass” for more than $2,500.
Any help would be appreciated.