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Any info on sqeezebox slim devices?

It seems pretty simple to hookup. Go from PC to sqeezebox to preamp. You can go wireless or hookup via ethernet. One question I have is how is the sound quality? I would be ripping on to my hard drive using a lossless compression most likely Flac. Would the sound quality be equal to that of a high end CD Player, or equal to that of an IPOD, or somewhere in between. This seems a little better than the Sonis system being it lets you use your home stereo to listen to your music. It seems reasonably priced as well.
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joncourage
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I am extremely happy with my SB3. I have it running into an Audio Note DAC and I think it sounds fantastic.

I use the Linksys NSLU2 for network-based USB hard drive storage.
joncourage
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(and I don't think you can even compare the sound quality of an iPod to it - the SB3 is way, way better imo.)
daimbert
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Wanted put in my 2 cent. I have to say that so far I am really loving my stock SB2. It may not compete with extremly high priced transports but it does a good job. I am going to be sending my SB2 for a full mod which should really change the sound.

IMHO, I think the biggest advantage with a SB is the flexiblity you have. To be able to navigate your entire library with one remort Vs searching it is a big plus. I honestly been listening to more music than I have in the last few years because of the SB2. One other great feature is internet radio. Iknow, I know...many of the channels aren't good quality but its a great way to scout for new artist and music.

Also given that SB is open source...there will be always constant updates,upgrades etc for a very long time. Besides at the price point you cannot beat it. New it cost 250 depending on wired or wireless...fully modded another 4-600 hundred...still cost cheaper than most good cd player are sound way better.
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