Sony Hapz1es or blue sound.......


I have a question about the Sony Hapz 1es. I recently took a listen to it and noticed that it sound a little lifeless and dull, not at all bright and musical From what I read in the reviews. I than listened to blue sound and was surprised how well that sounded compared to the Sony. In all fairness I did listen to it a Best Buy and the Sony it was not set up properly. I wanted to know it anyone else noticed the same or opposite as I did?
matt00

The Sony HAP-Z1ES is a great sounding Music Server both when used with its own internal DAC or as a NAS/Streamer via its Digital Output. I’m currently using mine (via USB) into a Devialet 200 powering WA Sasha 2 Speakers, with excellent results!

Wow, doing a Google search for "Sony HAP-Z1ES" brings up an Audiogon ad in the Shop Now section on the right!  When did this happen?!?
Be aware that the Sony does not stream Tidal.  It is designed for people who want to purchase downloads or rip cds.
No Tidal, but I think the Sony does allow Spotify streaming.  Could it stream Tidal with another firmware update?