It seems that the comments about Roon should be separated into those using the Roon DSP and those only using the Hi-rez files (native). Without going thru their (questionable) DSP engine, Roon (to my knowledge) is only finding the file>extracting metadata >passing the file to your streamer (Nucleus +in my case). I see no way for it to add or detract from the file quality or sound of the file when used in this manner. PLEASE correct me if I’m wrong because the sound quality I get using it without DSP is exceptional and I would find it difficult for anyone to tell the difference from another streaming/file management platform?
Made the Move and Not looking back!
I have streamed music thru Roon and Qobuz for about 4 years now.
My Innuos Zen 3 -Paid $2.2 new through a dealer-has been a great
product. Very responsive company. I watched them develop what is known as
Innuos Sense. A version of the Roon Product.
Last week I said goodbye to my monthly Roon Payment and hello to Innuos.
After making CSV lists of the playlists I wanted to save, I pushed delete on
the Roony Tunes folks. Roon is probably fine for techies but the "No Support"
system they offer was frustrating for me. Waiting days to get help with no service.
Of course you are still paying for it.
Innuos Sense may only be available to those using their product.
Just a heads up.
OBTW- Many streamer makers claim Roon degrades the sound. Most
end up caving to Roon just to survive. Linn cut a special deal with Roon
to avoid the quality compromise. Hats off to them.