Sony HAP-Z1ES do i need anything else ?

hi, i have not keep up with all the new tech.stuff dac, streamer , etc. if i bought the Sony HAP-Z1ES and used it as my music server , do i need anything else , just cable the sony to a pre-amp and I'm off and running ? or is there a better way ? also is the sony now long in the tooth ? thanks very much in advance .