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Router for Audio Streaming

I have been streaming Pandora, Spotify and Qobuz through a wifi network streamer from a Netgear AC1750 R6400v2 router with no sound quality complaints.

Recently a router firmware update failed (a known issue with these) and as a result it is no longer accessible for administration.  It still seems to perform ok and accepts new devices however the network settings are "frozen" and I am unable to view device IP addresses or traffic, neither via desktop browser nor via the Nighthawk app.

I will try a factory reset but have read that quite often this does not work in these situations, so I started investigating getting a new router to be able to pull the trigger quickly if needed.

I heard/read that routers can make a difference in sound quality, beyond just being able to keep up with streaming with no buffering.  I'm wondering what router experience and recommendations folks have here for reliable audio streaming with superior sound quality at a reasonable price.

Thanks!

yoramguy1

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bemused
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@kota1 ​​@yoramguy1 :  I, too, heartily recommend the ADD-Powr Symphony I/O to improve your streaming experience with the Netgear router. 

bemused
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ADD-Powr's concepts and assertions are rational. The Sym I/O audio benefits are not subtle. So you don't need to do blind A/B/A comparisons.

The products are worthy, cutting edge devices that offer more value to the quality of high end sound than any collection(s) of cabling ever can hope to achieve.

Do a little search here on Audiogon and you will find very few posts that show customer dis-satisfaction.

Open your mind. Ask the manufacturer questions. Contact a dealer and try any of the products for yourself. You have nothing to lose with a 30 day money back guarantee.

Maybe then you will be convinced intellectually and subjectively that the product

works.

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