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New computer for Streaming????

Just received a few days ago and have 10 hours listening, thus far,a Bricasti M1 SE DAC with streamer.. My OLD OLD computer that was used for USB streaming doesn't have the innards for Qobuz and audirvana.   This will be my first taste of actual streaming via Ethernet. ( that all say is to die for vs USB)  I'm looking at Apple Mac Books, as my dealer says is superior for streaming music, much quieter???? However, should I desire to Hard wire it via Ethernet i would need an adapter, C to Ethernet, not a big issue. I have always had a Windows based computer. (except for an apple I phone)  I was hoping as this is my first foray into actual streaming, someone  could help with, which is better or doesn't make a difference, personal preference etc????  Any help would be much appreciated a s usual. Robert TN     PS   which would be easier to use, example, downloading Qobuz and Aurirvana.

robshaw

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robshaw OP
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Thank you all for your suggestions. I probably should have listed my system for background. Amp Pass 250.8/  Benchmark LA4 pre Amp/ Bricasti M1 SE with Network card (streaming) Rs2T transport and LTA LPS / Already have Qobuz account, Tekton DI speakers upgraded and a SVS SB4000 sub. Rock and Roll only. 

I probably didn't describe my situation and needs accurately. (new to streaming) I will be using the streamer in the Bricasti  (not the computer)   I just need the new computer (MAc or Windows) to download my Qobuz account and Audirvana. Just need the new computer to run the applications, not to stream from.  Sorry about the confusion. Hope this explains things a little better. Does anyone have any feelings towards a MAC vrs Windows computer? Just using to download the applications only.

robshaw OP
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testrun//// Thanks so much for the post. You have a really NICE SYSTEM!!

I just have the system described, no others attached. I have another system (lesser quality) in another location, which I will continue to stream USB,( great DAC, no streamer though)  which is fine. I'm just looking for a computer to download the 2 applications, so I can stream. As I don't have an I pad, and don't want to play with my I phone, I will most likely hard wire ( Ethernet) the new lap top to my listening,  area and use it to choose my songs to play though Audirvana,via Qobuz.   Thanks again   Ps    Love your Joseph Audio Speakers!!!

robshaw OP
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rsf507//// Bought new, Got a very good deal, IMO. Yes, it is the model you described with a Network Card. Right out of box after playing with filters (my choice #2 minimum I think it was) sounds quite accurate and very Dynamic, all instruments get their chance to shine individually. Will only get better with time. 

Once I choose a new computer to download the interfaces.( Qobuz to new unit and Audirvana).  I can only HOPE, actual streaming via streamer/Ethernet connection is that superior to my earlier USB stream?????  thanks all very much.To a new streamer,  very valuable info !!!!!!

robshaw OP
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Couldn't agree with you more. However, my dealer that sold me the Bricasti M1SE said the  tablet would be great to use from my listening chair, However, said the tablet does not have the operating system  needed to download Qobuz and Audirvana. The tablet will play the music once downloaded via  WI-FI . I believe that is correct??

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