Thanks to everyone here for all of the advice. I have some solid direction now.
Is Aurender N10 still a good option
I am just getting into streaming and I am bewildered by the number of options. So many reviews etc. So I come here to get advice from real people (I hope).
I have decided on Aurender, because they seem to be a brand that people trust generally and have uniformly good reviews.
I have had good experiences (better prices for good quality) with buying used, but in this case the tech feels so new I am wondering if the N10 which seems to have come around starting in 2015/16, I am wondering if it would be better to get a new N150 for approximately the same price.
Also, not an expert, but I think IIRC I can use my Ayre C-5xe as a DAC even if eventually I want a dedicated machine for that purpose.
Any thoughts are appreciated.
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I have been using the Bluesound Node 2i for a few years as a streamer only. About a year ago I tried the N10 and was just not impressed. I really tried to love it and got a great deal used. I kept going back and forth and could just not appreciate much. I seem to be the outlier piece of data you would throw out LOL. I am only suggesting you watch the market close and be sure you get a nice price and consider also picking up a Node from Crutchfield or also a used one and compare for yourself. If you feel the same then you have $2000 or more to use elsewhere. I was calling random dealers last week looking for a specific set of interconnects. One of them was very inquisitive and asked about my whole system and I told him of my experience. He said to not give up on Aurender and suggested I try an A15 to have an all-in-one. I think that or a dCS Bartok will be my next big purchase. Good luck with your digital! |
I have an N100C and it’s been a great addition to my system. I don’t have experience with the N10, but I do not think you can go wrong with Aurender. I had an issue with the LCD display on my unit and the support team at Aurender was absolutely fantastic. They replaced the LCD at no charge and updated the firmware as well. They were great to deal with and very focused on my satisfaction with their products. There is something to be said for that!! Good luck. |
The N10 is a really good streamer / file server. I used a Small Green Computer i5 with Sonore UltraRendu and UltraDigital for a while then switched to a Lumin U1 Mini ‘cos people were saying how good the Lumin is. And the Lumin is fine for the money I just never felt a connection with the music to the same degree as the SGC kit. So I bought an N10 and find it much more satisfying than either the Lumin or the SGC kit. There’s a review comparing Lumin and Aurender N10 here https://www.audioresurgence.com/2023/10/aurender-n10-streamer-review-compared-to-lumin-u1-mini.html Good luck. |
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