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Lumin U1 Still Relevant??

Greetings to those "in the know,"

Is the Lumin U1 still relevant as a benchmark streamer since the introduction of the new U2 Mini? I'm in the market for a streamer, and my head is spinning! Aurender is in the mix, but I have heard mixed reviews on the N200. I'm open to any recommendation up to $7500. The U1 is approaching six years old, and I question the technology improvements we have had since then. 

Thanks!!

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twoleftears
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I recommend people read the full Absolute Sound report and make their own mind up as to what is engineered into the unit, and how many of its features individual users might take advantage of.

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jjss49
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mine better

mine is better than yours

throw yours away

yours sucks wind

mine is better

what i sell is better, as in MUCH BETTER

really

jundaku
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You should take a look at the Simaudio Moon streamers.  They are excellent, especially if you're running Roon.  They are more on the analytical side.  Extremely black background and tons of detail, which made for an excellent balance for my rather warm setup.  

mgrif104
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I would suggest an extensive audition of the Simaudio streamer. It’s very possible their outboard unit is quite good, but the Mind2 built into their DACs (including the 680 and up) just wasn’t competitive with other units I’ve auditioned and particularly against what i own.  Importantly, I wanted it to be because I like their DACs quite a bit and was hoping to consolidate boxes into one higher end unit. Was not to be.  Hopefully the stand alone streamers are better.

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