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Suggestions for a streamer only (I have a great DAC)

I have a dCS Paganini DAC and Paganini Clock. I’m looking for a streamer only to pair with the Paganini to stream via Tidal.  That’s it, I don’t need a streamer/DAC/etc.  I don’t want to extra for pay for redundancy.  Any good suggestions on a streamer only  that you have paired to a high end DAC with good results would be appreciated. 

 

PLEASE no “try some at home on your system” responses …. that’s the reason I came here, for some recommendations. Price range $1500-$5000.

 

Thanks!

naperaudio
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pdreher
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I wanted to buy an Innuos Zenith, but given it only works with USB DAC's, I had to look elsewhere.  If they ever add SPDIF or AES/EBU compatibility, I will seriously reconsider.

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jazzbird
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There are three streamers that have not been mentioned in this discussion yet.  The first streamer is called the Magna Hifi  Mano ULTRA that is made in Holland and is compatible with SPDIF and I2S inputs.  You do not have to deal with Roon!  It retails at about $1200.  I have a unit available that is untouched by human hands!  The second streamer is the Euphony PTS that can run on the Euphony Stylus Operating system or on Roon.  It is run connected to the ethernet cable and sells for $999 at power-holdings-inc.com/Euphony-PTS

The third Streamer is called the A Cappella III from Musica Pristina.  Prices start at $3999.  Thirty- day Trial is offered.  I2S and SPDIF outputs available.  Roon Ready.  Unit is made in the USA.

julie_priest
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Sorry to rejuvenate an old thread, but what do you go for in the end? I'm thinking of dCS Lina now - both streamer and DAC in one go. 

goose
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Anyone have experience with the Lumin U2 in comparison to others?

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