Going Tidal, Need ???

I’m in a similar boat; I’ve been using a Bluesound Node 1 for a while and have a Node 2 still in the box. I like the convenience etc.
I like the Oppo 103D for the display useage but have an Oppo 205 in the box waiting also.
Wishing the 205 was easier to get Tidal and Tidal MQA but looks like the USB is the only way to get the full “unfold” of MQA.

Maybe I need a computer to do it?

Chris

Thanks I will do the freebie method and report back as how it sounds.
I have a mac laptop and saw the free trial offer from Roon.
Tidal doesn't seem to have the trial offer but perhaps Qobuz does?

Good move. I have used Tidal for a long time. Now, I use Tidal MSQ on a Macbook. I have to say that I don't think there is a better way to listen to music if you want to enjoy a kick-ass collection. For the $20 a month, it cannot be beat, IMO.

I have a Nuprime DAC10 that has a USB input. I USB cable between my laptop and the DAC. That is all there is to it. If your Oppo does not accept a USB connection, I would upgrade the DAC.

I have a Node2 new in the box and I haven't even bothered to hook it up because I listen only near field, so why bother?

Add a good quality USB cable and that is all I need to get a very nice sound from TIdal. It is FLAC quality for me.

I got a free trial of Tidal.