I have the same need as you. I found nothing that was streamer only at an affordable price - - similar to your budget. I looked at all "the usuals," Aurender, Lumin, Innuous, and so on. Finally, I looked at Antipodes - but a mid-range model with power supply was $7K.
While I made inquiries at Antipodes, I also began taking a close look at LDMS, who makes streamers only of very high quality focused use, even custom order per user needs/specifications. And they are very experienced with Roon. The Pico model is under $3,000. The next up their line is $6,700 (but what is included is amazing). It has been said that of this unit even as streamer only is preferred over other streamers/severs in the $15K to $20K, as remarked by audiophiles who moved on from some of the brands I listed above.
Suggestions for a streamer only (I have a great DAC)
I have a dCS Paganini DAC and Paganini Clock. I’m looking for a streamer only to pair with the Paganini to stream via Tidal. That’s it, I don’t need a streamer/DAC/etc. I don’t want to extra for pay for redundancy. Any good suggestions on a streamer only that you have paired to a high end DAC with good results would be appreciated.
PLEASE no “try some at home on your system” responses …. that’s the reason I came here, for some recommendations. Price range $1500-$5000.
Thanks!
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