Let's make a list: Audio Network "Bridges" without DACs...?


I think this is a relevant topic for many, like me, who have a good standalone DAC and seek to keep it that way. Yet, we search for a very high quality Network "bridge" to get files from streaming services to our DAC in the highest quality, most cost-effective way.

 

So, thought to make a list and have you guys help us all so that others may benefit.

We all know about these:

1. Bluesound Node (has a DAC, yes, but many use it just as a bridge.) $600

2. iFi Zen Stream @ $400

3. Google Chromecat or old Apple TV - $30-$75.00

4. Project Stream Box Ultra

5. Stack Audio Link II - $900 + LPS

 

What's next?

 

 

 

ianrmack

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4. Pro-Ject makes many different, with and without.

Metrum Baby A +.

Allo USBridge Sig.

miniDSP SHD Studio.       AES/EBU

Magna Mano Ultra      i2s

Sonore - many.

SOtM.

Raspberry Pi

Lumin.

Is there a point?

You looking for cheap?

Expensive?

Plug and Play?

The Zen is the newest and with forthcoming software and is probably the current best buy I have no experience with it