The BlueSound Node is a good entry into streaming, but it’s internal DAC is it’s weakest component. I upgraded to an MHDT Orchid DAC (has an output stage tube). The SQ upgrade is significant. I even plan to soon go further soon with SQ improvement and get a Teddy Pardo external power supply for the Node. Then I won’t feel quite like the Node is the weakest link in my signal path.
Streaming
Hello Family, I`m old school 76 I just don`t understand this streaming and dac business. I`m still stuck on my RTR`s, Cd player and PASS lots of power. It sounds very interesting. I was once told that I could also do some serious taping using my RTR`s I`d would like someone to tell me what gear I would need and how to set it up forget my desk top or lap top. I`ve heard terminology used like Innos zin mini, Bluesound Node, Aurender Are they streamers? what is Roon, Qobuz, Plex? whats the purpose of a dac? I`m on fixed income `what`s the best gear I can get for 1500 mostly buying used gear to began. Thanks