Options besides a computer for streaming


Hello,

I Have a older MacBook Pro that I have been streaming tidal with thru my Lampizator dac.

it sounds very good but lately my battery want hold a charge and sometimes it want play without trying several times.

 Basically it’s old and I was considering replacing it, but then was thinking since it’s dedicated just for music playback. Perhaps there’s a better choice for similar cost of a new MacBook?

any info appreciated especially from Lampizator owners.

thanks, Scott
52tiger

Showing 1 response by zardozmike

I was using my laptop with windows 10 and jriver to stream.  I think the weak point is the computer because it is not a dedicated streaming device.  I bought a bluesound node 2i and the difference was immediately noticed.  Buying a streamer with only one purpose and operating software is the best way to go.  There are many great streamers and servers that will be much better than a multi-use computer.