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HiRes lossless FLAC Radio streams
JB Radio-2 is out of Toronto and streams some very good music, somewhat akin to Radio Paradise.  They also provide a Flac url that is 96kb.    
BS Node N130 USB to External DAC won't work
Had a problem with mine connecting to a Dac using usb and it turned out to be a bad cable connection.  There isn’a lot of room below the ethernet cable port so if the usb cable is too tall, or thick, it won’t make a good connection,  Something to ... 
Warm and accurate bookshelves that can handle volume
The Neat Ministra is an isobaric design just reviewed by Mark Phillips at Part Time Audio, and they seem well suited to your needs.  Check his review out.  
How to build a super simple streaming system
@snbeall, +1.  If you decide you want a better way to control volume, a S.M.S.L DAC such as the DO100 between the Node and Genelecs will provide better sound and remote control.  
Requesting recommendations for simple and easy to use music streaming devices
@romanesq  +1, the Wiim Pro is very good and very reasonably priced.  I’m totally enjoying mine!  
Baffled and Frustrated: Streaming/DAC Sound Issues
@audphile1  mentioned making sure sample rate in Roon settings match what your DAC is capable of, and this was a problem I had.  Better matching of those levels fixed it for me.  Worth a try.  
Bluesound Node2i and wifi frustrations: Mesh!
Orbi mesh system here.  Great solution to extended coverage.  
Anyone heard of these speakers. Rio's or trio's
Treo maybe?  
What is the Best Sounding Stand Mount Speaker in the world?
@mijostyn, the Rogers LS3/5a is the best.    
Radio Paradise becoming repetitive?
I, too, am getting bored with RP, and I’m a paying member.  For a change, check out JB Radio 2.  Another is FIP Electro.  Another is WFMU.  All very good.  
New streamer? N150 vs U2
My comments concerned the Bluesound N130 vs the Lumin U1 Mini.  I know nothing about the Aurender product.  Sorry about any confusion.  
New streamer? N150 vs U2
I have both, and no comparison, the Lumin is better, imho.  Of course, with a power supply upgrade, that may change.  And, the Node’s software ie miles ahead.  
Cube Audio Nenuphar Single Driver Speaker (10 inch) TQWT Enclosure
@benjie, wonder if you could mention rest of your audio chain.  Thanks.  
Tube Preamp for Pass XA25 under $3,000
I have a Backet/Pass xa30.8 combo and it sounds great!    
What internet stations do you listen to enrich your musical mind?
JB Radio 2 FIP Electro Other Earth Radio - Klassik Radio Paradise NTS Radio