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OPPO 105 as a streaming source/transport only

Ok, so here's the deal. I have an OPPO 105 that is approximately 5-6 years old, I bought it new. I now use it for movie night(rarely) and as a transport and streamer to my Wyred4sound DAC 2V2 SE. I mostly stream Tidal for music. My question for all you digital gurus is this, with my wireless router to the OPPO am I losing sound quality? I would have an approximate 45' run of hard wire from the router if I was to go direct. If I wanted to experience notable sound quality gains. What would you do/buy for said gains? Yes I know get a turntable, that's not really for me at this time. Thanks!
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Generally, a wired connection is preferred to wifi. But if you’re not having problems with dropouts, etc. I’m not sure wiring would give you a major boost.

Play a CD through your DAC and then the same album from Tidal through your DAC.  The streamed version should sound as good as the CD.  If it doesn't, a wired connection should help.  If it does, start saving up for a DAC upgrade, or whatever else you might want to upgrade.  


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