Streamer only


I am not tech savvy and I have a DAC already in my integrated amp.I just wanted to try streaming. I would like to use Qobuz and need to purchase a streamer. I don’t need the dac included within the unit. I hate to pay a large amount for a unit that has a high quality DAC included. Are there any high quality streamers where I am not paying for the higher quality DAC included in the unit? My system is a Levinson 585 and Acendo C8 R speakers. 

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Showing 2 responses by mapman

Nothing to loose starting out using a device you already have. You can compare that to your sound otherwise via say phono and decide from there. I use all WiFi connections personally. Different steaming apps on the same device alone can make a big difference in sound. As can DACs.  The only way to know is to try listen and compare. Cost alone is often not a good indicator of actual performance.

If you have the DAC already and have a home computer, tablet or smart phone, give that a shot. It’s a no cost no brainer to try and compare  especially if you start with a trial subscription to a high res streaming service.