Streaming Services
Hello, Folks -
In an attempt to (somewhat) get with the times, I am incorporating streaming as a source in my audio system.
In my research I’ve seen that sound quality varies among the providers.
I’m looking for a provider suggestion. A service that you feel has high sound quality.
For the most part this would be for classical music. Some classic rock and jazz would be a plus.
I’m a fuddy duddy with my equipment and am not looking to change anything out. What I have:
Conrad Johnson HD3 USB DAC
Conrad Johnson Premier 16LS Preamp
Conrad Johnson Premier 12 Mono Block Power Amps
Vandersteen Quattro Loudspeakers
PGS interconnects
MacBook Pro
Any suggestions/recommendations would be greatly appreciated!
Thank you very much for reading my post.
Regards,
Randy
I've tried pretty much every individual streaming service there is, and personally have concluded Qobuz is my favorite. Sound quality is best in my experience and the music selection covers everything I could imagine.
Tidal isn't bad either but MQA is hit or miss in terms of sound quality, and their selection definitely skews more towards hip-hop and pop. I was not impressed at all with the highest level version of Amazon Music. |
@tcotruvo I think it depends on one's preference, but I find Qobuz is more consistent and natural sounding versus MQA. That said, certain songs on MQA sound fantastic. I have both for that reason and will continue to. For the reasons I mentioned though, I am on Qobuz 99% of my regular listening.
Tidal has an advantage in a better algorithm for suggestions and similar music to stuff you've added as a favorite. |
