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Starting Over and I need your help

The more I read…….the more I become confused!…..Do I simply need to start over with more carefully selected components?

I currently own a Musical Paradise MP 301 III, Bluesound Node 2i, Omega 7 speakers, and a Rotel RCD 06 SE CD player. To me, this system sounds underwhelming, especially when streaming. I use Apple Music as a source but I am open to switching to another. I only play CDs and stream and do not see myself incorporating vinyl into the mix. Musical tastes are jazz and acoustic. The room size is smallish home office. By the way, I also own a Parasound Zamp that I currently don’t use because I do not have a preamp……should I sell or keep that?

I am willing to sell it all, if needed, to get better sound.  If you were me, what would you change or keep? My total budget would be under $3000 and by buying some used I bet you guys can help me figure out what I should pursue within Audiogon to purchase.

Many thanks in advance for your expertise and opinions!

Andy

Raleigh NC

 

 

 

wavendon

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wavendon OP
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Thank you 

wavendon OP
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All great advice, and I thank you. I am using my phone to access Apple Music, is this a weak link? I have just ordered a Schitt Modi dac per this thread’s opinion that the dac inside the Bluesound was not up to snuff. Baby steps I know but an improvement I hope !

Andy

wavendon OP
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Message received, loud and clear. I will start auditioning amps at the local store. I appreciate the honesty and will act upon this advice soon. 

Local dealer is a Cambridge dealer, anything within that line that is especially good?

wavendon OP
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Thank you I will try that soon 

wavendon OP
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Thank you for taking the time to respond to my plea for help. Are there other lesser Hegel models that I should consider?

wavendon OP
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Muddy sound during streaming, ok while playing cds

just got Tidal account but am out of town so have not heard it on my system 

wavendon OP
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I just started a subscription to Tidal and look forward to using it. Thank you

wavendon OP
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I just received the Schitt Modi and hooked it up to my Node and Tidal,,,,,,,,,,,OMG what a difference! I did not know what I was missing….thank you everyone as that may be the best $150 I’ve spent in years.

Now to replace the amp. Leaning toward Ragnarok but will explore others soon.

All my best to those who took the time to offer their opinions. It is appreciated!

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