Squeezebox Vs Duet


Which has better sound quality?
I really like the duet remote but if sound quality is better on the sb3 I could go that way and add the duet remote later.
Current 2 ch system is an Arcam se8 to Modded Lite Dac Ah to B&K reference 20. I am looking to make a move up in sound quality and at the same time add the convenience of pc based audio.
Thanks
Steve
scoly1

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The Duet doesn't need 2.5amps.

If it did, SD would have included a 2.5 amp wall wart.
Scoly1 - IMO, the Duet's digital output sounds much better than the SB3.

Doug- a 32Gb ipod touch + the Duet receiver is $650.
Why spend the extra $250.?
The Duet receiver doesn't have any screen and the remote works perfectly. Why would you have to look at Squeezebox's screen to use the remote?
Sorry, I thought Tvad was referring to the Duet remote with the SB3.

Once again, IMO, the digital output of a stock Duet sounds better than a stock SB3.

Also, IMO, the Bolder digital mods are a joke.

If you want a linear PSU, here's the real deal:

http://www.acopian.com/

If you want to upgrade digital outputs on a SB3 or Duet, contact Pat at:

amplifiers@analogresearch-technology.net.
SB3 – 5VDC 1amp- Acopian -B5G120

DUET- 9VDC .5 amp- Acopian -B9G50

These power supplies have screw terminals.

You'll need an AC power cable and a DC cable and plug. Make sure you check the stock wall wart for the correct polarity on the DC plug.