Sounds like there may be some issues with Outlaws implementation of DLNA that prohibits lossless streaming both over wired and wireless connection. Kind of a big issue, but I'll try to ask them directly.
Move From AVR to Integrated?
I know this topic gets thrown around a lot, but I recently bought a pair of Ascend Acoustic Sierra 1s I love and a Hsu VTF2 MK5 subwoofer. Right now, I'm using a Denon AVR-X2600H to power them.
I hear a lot of chatter that I'm not getting the most out of my speakers using the AVR. The drawback is my room is not treated, and I like having the bass management.
It seems difficult to find an integrated with 100wpc+, ability to stream things like Tidal, that also has ability to at least EQ the low bass, and have the ability to connect to digital sources like a PS4/5. I do like the idea of a better built power source, and I will never go past 2.1 or 2.2. Most of what I do is music and TV.
Any suggestions? Ideally I'd like to stay under 1200.
I hear a lot of chatter that I'm not getting the most out of my speakers using the AVR. The drawback is my room is not treated, and I like having the bass management.
It seems difficult to find an integrated with 100wpc+, ability to stream things like Tidal, that also has ability to at least EQ the low bass, and have the ability to connect to digital sources like a PS4/5. I do like the idea of a better built power source, and I will never go past 2.1 or 2.2. Most of what I do is music and TV.
Any suggestions? Ideally I'd like to stay under 1200.
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OP, Since you are under budget with the Outlaw you might think about adding a separate streamer to handle your hi-res streaming. https://www.andoveraudio.com/products/songbird-hi-res-internet-audio-streaming-device I dont have any experience with this Andover Songbird but it was mentioned favorably in another recent post regarding affordable streamers. $129, has analog or digital outs so you can still use the DAC in the Outlaw. Does Tidal, Qobuz and a handful of other streaming services and supports Airplay and dlna. I haven't dug deep into the specs or anything but thought I might point it out for your consideration. |
@mesch I realize not all watts are created equal, and I imagine the Outlaw has clean power compared to my avr. I wonder if there will be a noticeable difference in headroom compared to my 95w Denon AVR-X2600H. Stereophiles measurements said Outlaw digital inputs weren't great. I'm sure there are going to be tradeoffs no matter which way I go. |
Marantz pm7000n is a true all-in-one with a built in streamer ready made for Tidal, Qobuz, etc., for $999 USD, as another option if you want an all in one box without having to get a separate streamer with the Outlaw. I own one and can strongly recommend. Replaced my Bluesound Powernode2 in my office system, and much better. One of the Brit hifi mags declared it the best all-in-one under $1k, but I forget which. Just check the reviews, very highly acclaimed. |
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