Lumin U1 Still Relevant??


Greetings to those "in the know,"

Is the Lumin U1 still relevant as a benchmark streamer since the introduction of the new U2 Mini? I'm in the market for a streamer, and my head is spinning! Aurender is in the mix, but I have heard mixed reviews on the N200. I'm open to any recommendation up to $7500. The U1 is approaching six years old, and I question the technology improvements we have had since then. 

Thanks!!

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Showing 1 response by mgrif104

I would suggest an extensive audition of the Simaudio streamer. It’s very possible their outboard unit is quite good, but the Mind2 built into their DACs (including the 680 and up) just wasn’t competitive with other units I’ve auditioned and particularly against what i own.  Importantly, I wanted it to be because I like their DACs quite a bit and was hoping to consolidate boxes into one higher end unit. Was not to be.  Hopefully the stand alone streamers are better.

Best,