Mola Mola Tambaqui is a one-box solution, as is the Grimm MU2, but I agree that you may ultimately appreciate a two-box solution for the future flexibility it allows.
Streaming DAC recommendation
Hello, I am researching about a streamer + DAC combo. My setup has 802 D3 McIntosh MC462 and C2600. I am looking to replace the C2600. I only listen to streaming or local files via Roon. No longer have a turn table, so I think the C2600 may not be the best pre-amp for this use case. I am considering Cambridge audio Edge NQ. I have not seen a lot of discussion around that product. I will be greatly thankful for recommendations, products similar to edge NQ. I want to keep the budget under 5K , used gear.
Thank you!
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@audiobuddy You didn’t list a Roon nucleus as the core. If you are using a computer as the core that’s less than ideal (info all over these forums ) as is airplay. You can find a used Roon Nuc easy enough and then get a used all in one streamer/ DAC unit, maybe a Lumin T2, allowing you to stay with in your budget. This ( pecan pie+) is an inexpensive but very dang good pain crackers steamer/DAC that can be configured as a roon endpoint. I have one that replaced and bettered a Bluesound (also a good place to start) Node. You might also try calling PS Audio. They had and may have more refurbished Directstream DAC MK1 units Aurenders are great but are not Roon compatible.
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@wsrrsw yes, I am using a Mac mini as my room server, trying to eliminate the Mac. Roon nucleus is a good option as well. |
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