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Looking for "perfect" streamer....

When I have my DAC connected to my PC, I can use all the streaming services (Tidal, Amazon, Deezer, Spotify, etc.). However, when I decide to move the streaming away from my PC (to avoid the noisy environment) I'm running into problems being able to access all services.

If I use a Raspberry Pi with RopieeeXL, I can only use Spotify and Roon (Deezer doesn't support DLNA). If I connect a Bluesound Node 2i, I can use Deezer but the functionality is limited (no thumbs up/down).

I thought about a NUC but I haven't seen much about using it as a streamer for all of the different services (but maybe my Google Kung Fu isn't that good).  And how would I control the Nuc from my PC?

Any thoughts on a "perfect" streamer that can handle all the services?

Thanks for any input.
soundchasr
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soundchasr OP
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I think I want to get away from my PC if possible.  Right now I have system sounds coming out of my stereo which annoys the crap out of me so I have to toggle between the sound card that provides system sounds and the Codex which is just for music.  
yakaway
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I run roon nucleus + into lumin U1.  I'll upgrade the power supply to their flagship model,but I'm very happy with this.  I use a jcat usb cable to chord blu MKII and DAVE. Very pleased 
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kairosman
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Cambridge CXN V2 is a good sub $1K streamer/DAC with a proprietary app thay interfaces with all the streaming services and your networked storage. Apparently Roon ready too. Lots of positive reviews online, and retains most of its retail cost in the used market. Can't think of much outside the McIntosh cult that you can say that about.
soundchasr OP
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@kairosman - was just thinking about that one.  Looks pretty awesome.  Plus, it has USB input for connection to a computer so anything I can't get through its streaming service I could send via the PC USB.  

The only question I have (that I haven't found an answer to) is whether there is a Windows application.  I like to control everything from my PC.  
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