Need Opinions for Streamer/DAC [One Box - Not Separates] Budget Approx. $ 5,000


Hello - 

I have a MAC7200 receiver and Focal Sopra 3 speakers. My requirements for streamer/DAC are as follows:

1. MUST be wireless, as no ethernet in man cave [this precludes several brands]

2. MUST have either Tidal or Quobuz, and internet radio

I've been researching HiFi Rose RS-151 and Cary Audio DMS-700. We're talking delta-sigma ESS9039PRO vs R2R AKM AK4499EQ. Does anybody have experience with both units who can supply an opinion? Alternate suggestions certainly welcome. Open to used or open box or demo. Thank you for your opinions!

goldenoldy

Showing 1 response by ghdprentice

To circumvent the wireless requirement, just get a range extender, and plug in near your audio system. Typically these work better than internal wifi. I have had several... including over $5K that simply did poorly on their own wifi. I know of a number of $100K systems that work this way, including my own where streaming sounds as good as vinyl. 

This will open up a wider world of streamers. Have a look at Aurender.