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Streamer + DAC help: Bluesound vs Eversolo (vs Others)

All - my budget is uh, flexible. Up to $5K USD. I bought the hifi rose 150B but since it has way too many bugs, I am returning it. 
What is your experience look like with Bluesound, Eversolo and other brands in a similar price point? I can’t audition so I am looking to see what others have to say (if possible, as compared to the hifi rose 150b). 
(1) how is the hardware? (2) interface on the hardware? (3) app? (4) sound quality?

 

the rose 150b had GREAT SQ but the constant interruptions in playback was such a downer. 
 

what other brands can i consider?

i am weary about spending $5K without demo-ing (it’s messed up, i know) but that is my budget. of course if there is a consensus about SQ at a lower price point, then i don’t even have to go to $5K. 
 

I know, this sounds weird. But the experience with rose was traumatic. I don’t want to put any dealer through any kind of “troubleshoot with me” and “return it” ordeal again :( 

 

thank you all in advance

nathandfwacoustics

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I had Node 2i with updated power supply.  I used Amazon HD.  When I wanted to use QOBUZ, it was not good.  Several months later BLUOS was not upgraded to work with QOBUZ.  Some newer Bluesound may have QOBUZ loaded.  Irregardless,  I want to sit down and listen to music not get frustrated with software of all thing.

I bought an Innuous Zen Mark 3.  It has built in linear power supplies. You can rip and store CD.  QOBUZ is loaded through a browser.  Works flawlessly.  I bought a used one for $2000.  I think there is an upgraded one for $3800 new.  I never dreamed a streamer made such a difference.  Aurender and Innuous are the only ones that have good software at this price point.  Roon, Volumio, BLUOS are all buggy.  Several other streamers sound good but Innuous is a great spot to enter the next level

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