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Best Server To Run Roon Core

Hi Folks,

I don’t currently run ROON, but would like to begin correctly in order to give it a chance - and I understand that server (hardware) on which Roon core is installed is important for SQ (due to noise reduction and other factors).

What are the best hardware for SQ and usability where ROON core should be installed and why (be it audiophile dedicated servers or modified PCs)? Please comment on the rest of your setup for context if you could.

Thank you in advance.


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mapman
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You can run a music server on any computer you want to start and sample the waters. 
You might find that to be just fine.

I never recommend going for “the best” right out of the gate.  The best may just appear to be best based on cost.   
Walk before you run. 
Also for cd res  streaming I’d recommend a wireless connection from server to streamer to help keep the gear that makes music isolated from what is typically a noisy wired computer network.  Others swear by using a wired network connection for the streamer.  Both done right will likely be just fine.  
tk21
238 posts
 
BACCH-SP appears to have preamp and dac capability as well. It is intriguing but I would be interested in how well it does all the things that it is designed to do

The main thing BACCH is designed to do is crosstalk cancellation for "3D" effects on soundstage and imaging. For that, you don’t need to spend $20K+ on a BACCH-SP device. You can get the BACCH4Mac version ($980-$6980). Theoretica offers a pre-configured Mac Mini, which you also can use to run Roon Core.
yoby
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@mapman  " Walk before you run"  . Good words to live by! Excellent advice.
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