Streaming: From MacBook Pro to Bluesound Node 2

@foster_9

Hi Foster... while I can't directly answer your question regarding the Bluesound, my success story is based on using a Matrix X-SPDIF2 as a digital to digital converter (DDC). It takes the USB output from my Macbook Pro (mid-2012 model) and converts to either SPDIF or AES outputs.  The results for me were stunning, and much better than using the USB output directly to my DAC. 

Given the fact the Bluesound Node 2 was designed and built as a music server only, I would say yes. The Apple computer was designed for many functions, but playing music was not a main one. Plus, the digital out on the Node 2 was designed, once again, to be used with a quality DAC. 

Wow Mark, thanks. I don't know if you remember me, but I remember you from many years back in these forums. Nice to see you're still around, and thanks for the feedback. I actually use an Audiophilleo 2 usb to spdif converter.