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Lumin X1 with Innuous Zenith Mk3 Question

I have a Innuous Zenith Mk3 server and am considering a DAC upgrade.  I am wondering if I buy a Lumin X1, will I even need the Innuous anymore?  I have a NAS drive wired directly to my Innuous so onboard storage is not a high priority.  I know the Lumin offers streaming capabilities.  I do use ROON for streaming and run the ROON core on my Innuous server, so if I get rid of that how would be the best way to run ROON?  

By the way, I am only CONSIDERING the Lumin X1 as the DAC upgrade.  I am also considering other DACs in its price range.  The dCS Bartok is another I am considering.  While this post is not explicitly asking for high end DAC recommendations, I am also open to your suggestions.  

Thanks for your help.  I'm not extremely savvy with digital gear so I appreciate your suggestions.

snackeyp

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snackeyp OP
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@nekoaudio 
Thanks for your response.  Very helpful 
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I just realized that my question is basically moot after learning that the X1 does not include any digital inputs.  I wrongly assumed that it had full DAC features but now realize that it's designed primarily as a streaming device.  That's too bad as I will need to cross it off my list.  I need to at least have an input to run my CD player through.  
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I'm actually searching for a DAC upgrade, not a server upgrade.  I mistakenly thought the X1 was a full featured DAC with streamer capabilities built in, but now I realize that it's a streamer first with an excellent DAC built-in.  I'm moving on to other options that are DAC based.  Thanks!
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