If you want the same form factor and an upgrade look into the products from Small Green computer. They are excellent and quick to reply to any email questions you would have.
Walk me thru upgrading from my BS Node
First off I like the Node, the box was easy to install, form factor is excellent for my space (in a credenza) and the UI is excellent... and it has been bulletproof in terms of connectivity in the wireless mode. I have been pleased with the audio quality, but I haven't really compared seriously an upgraded solution
However after reading quite a bit of opinions across the digital thread I am really curious as to the order of magnitude audio improvement.
Budget is around $5-7k
I need the singular physical box to be reasonably small, it is in a credenza so I don't need to see a screen, I would prefer a set and forget interface like the BS... once it is up and dialed in, I don't need to mess with it...wireless only as the cable reach is prohibitive, connected to a Manley Stingray II...streaming Qubuz only...
The message I get is that the BSN is a good starter solution, but upgrading the DAC/Streamer is worth the ride..
Where to look, the YT reviewers (with the exception of Amir) just fawn over every product they test...