Streamer Advice


Hi, I'm in the market for a new streamer and was considering Bluesound N132 then found out to make it better I need to upgrade the module inside and then add external power supply. So then I thought about PS Audio Airlens so wouldn't have to go through all the upgrades for Bluesound. Too bad Bluesound just can't make the Node good from the start. Is there any other streamers that would be really musical I should consider under $1500?  Thanks for your replies in advance!

Also I will be using my own DAC a Wyred4Sound Anniversary edition.

romad

I second the Innuos recommendation.  I bought a used Zen MK3 from a great local dealer for $1800.  A definite upgrade from by Bluesound Node N130 streamer.  It also has a CD ripper with storage so if you have CDs you can have in one component and control from the easy to use Sense app.  

If you're going to use a DAC you already like, just get the BS Nano.  I did not participate in this, but three of my friends recently got together to A/B/C compare the Nano, a Roon Nucleus, and the Airlens (which is what my friend was using for streaming to his PS Audio DAC).  All three of them said they could tell no difference in sound from any of the three streamers.  The Airlens is gone, the Nano has taken its place. 

I have both Bluseound and Eversolo. I love both and find both apps to be super user friendly. I'm also using external DAC's for both (DENAFRIPS Pontus II 12th with Esolo and Gustard X18 with the BS). I'd highly recommend either, but I love the video screen which is why I upgraded from Node to Icon...

I appreciate all the responses so far. Still not sure the best route to go for all these responses. I will be upgrading from a Sonos Connect modded by Wyred4Sound.

The reason I want to upgrade is the Sonos does not support MQA. So this is why I wanted to move to something better. I think the Sonos is about 10 years old but still working.

Another vote for the WIIM Ultra. It has many features & connections you’ll ever need. I kept it simple & matched it up with the FOSI ZD3 DAC & added the openness & separation that anyone would need. The built in EQ & room correction are nice features.