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Lumin vs Auralic

I'm finally moving to streaming audio.  I've done a bunch of reading and have narrowed down my search to one of two models:  Lumin T2 (which is finally shipping I hear) or the Auralic Vega G2.  For those that know both brands, and have had a chance to audition or work with their software platforms, which would you recommend?  I prefer the one box design....so I end up sending less on cables/interconnects.   I just plan on using Tidal....fyi.  Any feedback would be appreciated!  
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aniwolfe
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The LUMIN can go wireless, but you just need one of those extender Ethernet wireless adapters. Not sure if anyone mentioned that?? Seems like most people think the LUMIN is hardwired only. Which is technically is the best way to go. LUMIN marketing should make it known that you can go wireless, they might actually gain more sales.
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a1uc
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I would pick the lumin over the Auralic any day , I have a Lumin T2 had the Auralic and couldn’t wait to get rid of it . Just my 2 cents 
jackd
1,070 posts
 
Here is another option and it uses the Lumin software. Comes in black or silver and works and sounds great.  I have also owned Lumin and Auralic.streamers.

https://hifiheaven.net/shop/TEAC-NT-505-Dual-monaural-USB-DAC-Network-Player-Silver?search=teac%20nt...
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a1uc
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The TEAC looks good , I currently use a Totaldac Twelve so it’s hard to beat but it comes at a high price , I trying to down size a bit but it’s been a challenge . So far for the price the Lumin seems to be a really decent unit 
jackd
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@a1uc 

I'm sure your T2 is a great piece as I enjoyed my time with the D1. Main differences to me between the Teac and the T2 other than the price was AKM vs ESS chipset and the ability of the Teac to also serve as a full service DAC but either is a great choice. 
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