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Music streamers

My question is About music streamers in general. My current setup is a Laptop connected to my integrated job amp through usb. I was wondering if I should replace my laptop with a dedicated streamer without a Dac cuz my int already had one. So purely speaking about the difference between a dedicated streamer and a laptop. Does a streamer have a tangible improvement than a laptop? Just on the audio quality is there a tangible improvement. If yes plz suggest me some good ones below 1000usd. I’m currently eyeing the lindenmann limetree bridge. Thank you 
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stroud27612
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If you are happy with the DAC in your integrated receiver, then even a cheap streamer can work well.  I run an Amazon Alexa Echo Dot ($25) to an Arcam bluetooth receiver that can plug into a DAC or into an integrated receiver.  I run Amazon Prime Music Premium (with UDH streaming), which is really good, but Alexa can even control other music streaming services such as Spotify.

My Arcam bluetooth device actually has it's own built in DAC, but you can buy a cheaper bluetooth receiver if you are using the DAC in your int.  This article recommends the StarTech BT2A which is $73 on Amazon:

https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-bluetooth-audio-receiver-for-your-home-stereo-or-spe...

Total investment for both?  $100.  It gives you great convenience because you can control Alexa with either your phone app or just use your voice.
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