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.


Ag insider logo xs@2xjmarshak

nice post. marked.

thanks for all folks.

 

i am planning to buy d DIY Fanless mini PC with 

i7 8550

32GB ram

128GB storage 

to run roon core.

Glad to hear. That’s an excellent option to start with. Works for me wonderfully.

I have tried a couple of Linear Power Supplies (LPS) and other tweaks with my NUC and have been really impressed with even the USB connection SQ to the DAC The Farad 3 LPS with their level 2-silver DC cable is found to be an especially excellent match. My friend and I also perform several isolation options inside which help as well. Scary satisfying sound coming out of the modified NUCs with our DACs, overall very pleasantly surprised.

“Scary satisfying sound coming out of the modified NUCs with our DACs,”

@jmarshak 

I bet your $20K DAC w/Roon end point has lot to do with the scary satisfying sound 😉

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@lalitk so if I have a fairly optimized system running Roon core on a Nucleus+, and desire usb input and output, what should I consider as a core only upgrade?