mahler123

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Bluesound Node 2i , Azur 851n or ...
If you are going to use AirPlay, or BT, why would you need Ethernet?The streaming services that you listed aren’t the highest quality sound.  For that check out Tidal or Qobuz.  The Bluesound Node 2i should meet all your needs. 
Help !
I gather the OP prefers Classical Music.  I second the suggestion of ripping them to a Hard Drive, such as the Bluesound Vault, but be aware that all the organizational systems can make finding Classical difficult.  They organize by the Composers ... 
Playing SACDs
I wonder what the price of that D.BOB will be. 
Playing SACDs
There are other SACD players that will output DSD, but afaik they do it over HDMI. 
SACD or not SACD?
I have no idea what Elizabeth  is talking about.  I have about 200 SACDs.  Some have room ambience, some don’t.  Same with Red Book.  It depends what is in the original recording...  I have owned several SACD players but get my best playback using... 
Sony DVP-S9000es question
I have had a 9000 for over 10 years and never realized there was an issue.  Mine still plays SACD.  Currently it is a transport for my Bryston DAC3, into one of the DAC 4 HDMI inputs.  I also use an Oppo 105 in the same system and usually use the ... 
NAD M10/BluOS - Please Help
If the files on your server match the files on your phone, I am not sure what the problem is here....the important thing is the music, and reproducing it in high quality, and not to be having your enjoyment be dependent upon knowing which technolo... 
NAD M10/BluOS - Please Help
Is the NAD in your office?  Pardon me if I missed that in your previous posts 
Travel system?
It’s possible to achieve great sound for personal audio, with your choice of cans or buds, using either a cell phone or a dedicated personal player such as Astell and Kern.  The two problems for me with personal audio are:1) I don’t like anything ... 
NAD M10/BluOS - Please Help
Seems like a lot work to enjoy playing music.Wouldnt it be simpler to have everything on one server that automatically backs itself up?  Servers can be accessed remotely so use the home server while at work.  For portable listening, when you can’t... 
DAC/Streamers Under 10k - Mytek, PS Audio...
OP A few points.  First, Bluesound does support AirPlay.Second, I am a former owner of the Manhatten I.  I loved it but I declined to upgrade to Manhatten II.  I currently use the Bryston DAC3.  These are very different sounding DACs, with the Myt... 
NAD M10/BluOS - Please Help
I know the LG doesn’t do AirPlay, which is why I said “something like” in my post.I also have a n AudioEngine BT DAC in my living room system, now going on about 5 years old so it probably isn’t the latest codec.  I purchased it so my kids can str... 
NAD M10/BluOS - Please Help
I have the same LG phone.  I connected it to my preamp through one of those minijack cables from AudioQuest.  It sounds fine.  If you want to wirelessly steam from the phone you need something like AirPlay or Bluetooth. 
Music Direct - Audio Hardware Seller?
I live in Chicago, a few miles from Music Direct.  Over the past 20 years or so I have bought a few items from them, and brought a few back after a brief audition when I deemed them unsatisfactory. They are so close to me that it is just easier to... 
Streamer for oppo 205
I think an Apple TV will fill your needs, has HDMI out, all the Apps you want