drlou77

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What to do with my legacy CD collection?
To all,  my motivation is primarily one of convenience for redbook CDs that are readily available on Tidal or Qobuz.  If I want to listen to Sacds, Dvd audio, Mfsl, and DCC gold disks, I will use my Modwright Oppo 105.  
What to do with my legacy CD collection?
@melbay So how do you like the Zenith?  Any tips for me before I fire it up?  
What to do with my legacy CD collection?
@soix great idea.  Thanks!  
What to do with my legacy CD collection?
@vonhelmholtz Thanks.  Good idea!  
What to do with my legacy CD collection?
@dayglow I understand your point of view.  My objective is primarily motivated out of convenience for the 2,500 CDs you refer to above.  I fully expect to continue to use my Modwright Oppo 105 when SQ matters, such as SACDs, Dvd-Audio, HDCD encode... 
What to do with my legacy CD collection?
@czarivey okay I will keep you in mind as I am plowing through my collection and ripping them to FLAC flies.  
Should I Keep my Second CD Player?
@lcherepkai Forgot to mention that my Oppo 105 was extensively modified by Dan Wright.  It included a separate power supply with rectifier tubes, etc.  The cost of the mod was greater than the cost of the Oppo st the time.  You are correct in stat... 
ZEN Mini S vs. Small Green Computer Sonic Transporter i5 music server/Ultra Rendu Streamer
@audiotroy thanks for your reply. I researched (online) the 432 evo standard and it looks like a great unit. I went with the Zenith mk3 for the following reasons: - one box solution with a 4TB SSD - I have neither the desire or funds to upgrad... 
ZEN Mini S vs. Small Green Computer Sonic Transporter i5 music server/Ultra Rendu Streamer
@ianderson thanks.  I wound up getting the Zenith.  One box, better sound, Sense app, etc.  Running it through a Chord Qutest Dac.   Happy listening to all!!  
ZEN Mini S vs. Small Green Computer Sonic Transporter i5 music server/Ultra Rendu Streamer
@forestg Thanks for your insight.  I think I'm going to go the Innuos route.  Actually, I'm in the process on doing a deal online as I type.  Once it's confirmed, I'll report back to you and the group who so graciously helped me on this journey.  ... 
ZEN Mini S vs. Small Green Computer Sonic Transporter i5 music server/Ultra Rendu Streamer
@forestg thanks.  Was not aware of the ability to upgrade to SSD on the ZENmini S.  Is this upgrade path available for the ZEN model as well?  
ZEN Mini S vs. Small Green Computer Sonic Transporter i5 music server/Ultra Rendu Streamer
@bondmanp thank you for your feedback.  I'm leaning towards the i5 over the ZEN at this point.  I need to talk to Andrew at SGC first, as I have a few questions for him. I want to get your opinion on my approach if I go the i5 route.  My thoughts... 
ZEN Mini S vs. Small Green Computer Sonic Transporter i5 music server/Ultra Rendu Streamer
@jonwolfpell, thank you for your comments.  I'm glad you waited and saved for the Zenith.  I just took a look at it on the Innuos website and it looks great.  I can only imagine what it sounds like. I've now got to process all of this great infor... 
ZEN Mini S vs. Small Green Computer Sonic Transporter i5 music server/Ultra Rendu Streamer
@jjss49 , thanks.  Looks like I have some homework to do. Have a good evening.  
ZEN Mini S vs. Small Green Computer Sonic Transporter i5 music server/Ultra Rendu Streamer
@soix , thanks for the suggestion.  Looks like I can get the TP-Link WiFi extender on Amazon.  This still would require that I load and rip the CDs from my stereo cabinet without the benefit of an ergonomic chair, correct?  I am recovering from th...