Airplay is a non-starter. Just for fun, get a Qobuz trial and configure it on your CXN so that it streams directly to the CXN, and use the CXN for control. This will be a low/no cost test. My guess is it will be a significant improvement.
Streamer upgrade advice.
Hello to The Gon Community,
I've come to the point there my digital front end is the weak link in my system. Some years ago, I jumped into streaming with a Cambridge CXN (V1). I think it's still "fine" in as much as it's delivering music that is pleasing to the ears. But, having upgraded the rest of my system over the years, and recognizing that streaming is a different game compared to 2018 or whatever when I got the CXN, it feels like time to "move up in the world". The problem, of course, is the massive number of options out there. Here are a few points I am considering;
1) I am a Mac user and so have always imported digital files using the Apple Lossless codec.
2) My only streaming service is Apple Music and I don't intend to make a change there. I've got plenty of files locally. Paying for Roon or something like that is not in the cards.
3) I don't particularly care about a screen on a streamer. I sit far enough away from my hardware and my eyes are old enough that no component-sized screen is going to be useful.
4) I do like a streamer with some sort of remote app for control from my iPhone.
So, that's where I am. Budget is somewhere in the "up to $2k" range and I don't mind buying used. I'd have already moved to a PS Audio Airlens except that those don't seem to play nice with Apple (only ethernet in and no Airplay compatibility).
Any thoughts appreciated. Remainder of system listed below.
DAC: PS Audio DS Jr
Pre: PS Audio Stellar Gold / Luxman CL-38uC
Amp: PS Audio M700 / Luxman L-550ax2
Speakers: Tocaro Model 40e + REL T-Zero Subs * 2
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Hi. For me it has to be Lumin D3. It's CNC aluminium chassis is a build quality that is not going to be bettered, No gimmicks, The focus is on quality components. It will gives you a taste of high end refinement but not a high end price. Does TIDAL Connect and Airplay 2 Compatible as well as Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, MQA, TIDAL, Qobuz, Plex and TuneIn. |
To answer your question I would take a good look at Innuos and Aurender. They are superior streamers and will locally store the music that you own. Your budget should be able to get you into one of their entry models especially in the second hand market. Both companies only make streamer/servers (which is a plus) and both offer very good apps to control your music from a phone or tablet. Good luck and don't forget to demo! The streamers actually all sound a bit different. |
Hey OP I highly recommend that you look into Eversolo (which ever fits your budget) you said you only wanted apple music. then here it is " Eversolo Streamers Apple Music User Guide – eversolo "
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