Comparing streamer/DACs between $5-10k

Ok, for those who advocate for a separate DAC-like Denafrips terminator2 or Weiss 501….

Could this play & pair nicely with a lower price (older?) Aurender streamer? 

@rkfaberdds absolutely. I don’t see why not. Have anything in mind?

You might be able to find a pre-owned Rockna Wavedream DAC and pair that with an affordable streamer like Roon Nucleus  within your budget.  That would give you a killer combo.  You can always upgrade the Nucleus to the Wavedream NET when budget allows.  The Rockna DAC will have a much larger impact on sound quality than the NET streamer.

The Wavedream NET is an excellent piece of gear and besides serving as your streamer and storage device can play CDs with excellent sound quality.  I kind of like the savings, convenience, and sound quality of used CDs.    

This is where I ended my digital journey.  My digital front end is so good now that I have occasional thoughts of unloading all my vinyl.  Thankfully those thoughts are fleeting.

I’m thinking HiFi rose 250 and a Terminator 2 at the moment.  Thoughts?

@biggreg

I’ll look into the digital rig you are running.  Thank you.  I must admit another bias against Roon-more equipment and subscription/monthly payment required.  That aspect would bother me