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Ready For Digital Source...Computer?

I have speakers and amplification all figured out, now I need a source. No vinyl and not concerned with CD's at this point.
Only steaming online. No Roon either, been there, done that. 

Honestly, (because I need a new computer anyway) I would really like to use a computer to play Spotify (hopefully CD-quality soon), Tidal, Qobuz, etc. but most say a computer is too "Noisy" to use for this purpose. Although, I have heard there are ways around this.

Rather than having to purchase a dedicated music server, does anyone know how to set up a computer as a high-quality music server? I can't really seem to find anything online.

Thanks






high-amp

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audiotroy
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It is  not really possible al . Of your attempt will be half measures ovet the years we tested many servers 

Just putting a linear power supply will help a pc so will a few good cards however a server manufacturer is designing an entire system and they have spent years making them quiet and maximizing sound quality 

We had an sotm server basically a good pc bord  and  sound card with a  linear power supply

 the innous sounded far better and our 432EVO servers soud even better then those.

Long story short it is harder then you think to build a really top server

Just by using good parts doesn't cut it
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audiotroy
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Yes but the wolf will sound better

Our 432evo servers sound amazing

They are also completely modular and fully upgradable

You can take our 3500 starterStandard server and upgrade it all the way to our 16k Master

The 7500 Aeon has been rated asthe Best sounding usb source Reviewer Ed Seally has heard

https://topnewreview.com/432-evo-aeon-review/#:~:text=It%20delivers%20superb%20performance%20in,prac....

Used in the manner that 432 EVO intends, it’s also the best USB source I’ve tested to now and if I used one all the time, it would negate the presence of the SOtM I have in my setup as a head unit. Finally, the 432 software is capable of imparting genuine improvement to a wide selection of music and, on the occasions where the benefits are less clear cut, it’s easy enough to bypass. The Aeon shows that there are some intriguing further possibilities to audiophile storage and consequently it’s a device that will delight a great many listeners •

OUR VERDICT10TOTAL SCORE432 EVO Aeon Review

A fascinating addition to the ranks of audiophile storage that has unique benefits

PROS
  • Exceptional USB performance
  • network capability
  • fascinating plug-in
  • well made
CONS
  • Bulky PSUs
  • plug-in isn't universally beneficial
  • cost
Add your review | Read reviews and commentsHow it compares

In 2TB form, the Innuos Zenith Mk3 (HFC 451) is cheaper than the Aeon and has its power supply on board, making it more elegant. The performance over network is broadly comparable. Via USB however, the Aeon has the edge. It delivers superb performance in bit-perfect mode and then has the option of its unique additional software. If you want the best means of feeding a single USB device going, the Aeon is the clear choice and doesn’t skimp on practicality at the price point.


Dave and Troy
AUDIO INTELLECT NJ

US IMPORTER 432EVO MUSIC SERVERS




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audiotroy
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high amp there are no options in the evo line

 

standard model $3500.00

high End model $5,500.00

       Aeon model $7500.00

       the Master $16,000.00

 

and with an Evo you can start wiith a standard

and up-grade it to any of the better sounding models

 

Dace and Troy

Audio Intellect NJ

us importers 432Evo music servers

 

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audiotroy
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No high amp these are just servers you need a dac

 

 

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audiotroy
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By the way we have tested a dedicated server vs a pc o. Many dacs the servers all outperformed pcs

 

To date we hve tested sotm c omputer

 

Mac minis auralic innous baetis laufertechnik 432evo

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