2. digital
  3. 132322-2209

Need streaming setup help!

Hello audio geeks-

I need a little help. I'd like to add high-res streaming capability to my audio system and subscribe to Tidal, and maybe other streaming services. I've read  a few recommendations here on A'gon regarding what gear is best, and have come up with a list. Was hoping someone with experience could either confirm what I need to buy, or give me a better alternative?

My current system is comprised of Unison Research S6 integrated tube amp, Tannoy Super Gold SGM10 monitors, and Meridian CD player.

Based on the threads I've read and my desire to go wireless, I'll need:

-High-speed internet (which I already have)
-IPad (which I already have)
-2 Apple Airport Extreme Routers (one to cable coming in to house, one to DAC)
-1 Airport Expresss extender (how does this fit in?)
-Mytek Brooklyn DAC
-Bluesound Node 2

Any help/advice is greatly appreciated.




bob_rodgers

Showing 1 response by lalitk

lalitk's avatar
lalitk
5,634 posts
 
OP,

I am running a similar setup, your list looks pretty good with a minor correction, 

High-speed internet (which I already have)
-IPad (which I already have)
-2 Apple Airport Extreme Routers (one to cable coming in to house, second one to Node 2
-Mytek Brooklyn DAC 
-Bluesound Node 2

I currently own Vault 2, the BLUOS app is easy to use and well laid out. The internal DAC is pretty amazing and the player sound equally good from its digital and analog outputs, IMHO. You may wanna try Node 2 directly into your integrated tube amp before you buy Mytek. 

As good as Roon software is I personally don’t like it’s dependency on core server which means you would need to keep your computer (other than your streamer ON at all times to keep Roon app functional on your iPad). 

Keep it simple, go with Node2 and keep that ‘noisy’ Mac or windows laptop out of the loop. 
More to discover