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free. there are services that charge for premium services but most are free. you can actually go with any dac, not just usb by using something like the hiface usb to spdif (or bnc) converter. other options would be the squeezebox products which will stream wirelessly and contain a dac as well. sort of depends on the level of sound quality you are looking for and your preference in user interface.

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Thanks,keep the ideas coming.I've been in a rut lately,and need to hear some new material.Money is tight and I think
the mini-plug to rca's would be a good low cost way to wet my feet.