My experience with Tidal, Qobuz, and Amazon HD is that they are equal in SQ. I agree with the comments above that your DAC and Streamer need to be in the same league as all your other components. Your choice of streamer may dictate your choice of streaming service. The only streamer I know of that supports Amazon, for example, is the BlueOs Node 2i, which is an excellent value for the money, but far below the quality that those terrific Quattros want. Some streamers support Tidal or Qobuz, and some do both. Amazon HD had the deepest library for my taste, but virtually no high end streamers support it. Streaming is my only source and based on my experience, I recommend the best DAC and Streamer (separates) you can afford. They both matter. A lot!
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