stewbombs

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Budget External DAC Recommendations
Thanks, Jetter. I am trying to determine whether some of the DACs in my range will noticeably outperform the Node 2i’s DAC. My research has led me to believe exactly what you’ve said about the Node 2i: great streamer, decent DAC. Big Greg, I’m wit... 
Budget External DAC Recommendations
I hadn't heard of Soekris but am looking into them now. All the DACs I listed are available used, except for the Denafrips Ares II, which seems hard to find. Is the consensus that one or all of the DACs I am looking at will result in better sound ... 
External DAC connection for Bluesound Node 2i (after "Another streaming newbie" thread)
Good suggestions, Eric. Would you say the MDHT Orchid is a significant upgrade in SQ over the DAC built into the Node 2i? How does it sound better/different?Same question for the Topping and Schitt DACs in my budget? Will they sound significantly ... 
External DAC connection for Bluesound Node 2i (after "Another streaming newbie" thread)
I just bought the Node 2i to replace my Audioengine B1 Bluetooth receiver and am blown away by the increase in sound quality. I am streaming Tidal Hifi into my Rogue Cronus Magnum and Totem Hawk Speakers and am currently using the Node 2i’s built ... 
Music streamers
Has anyone compared a streamer/DAC combo to the Audioengine B1 Bluetooth receiver? I’ve been using the B1 for a few years, sending iTunes music to my 2-channel stereo, and the sound is outstanding. I’ve been interested in exploring a streamer/DAC ...