Streamer Value Question Innous vs Bluesound

I don't understand what you mean by plan to use roon with Tidal service but not the roon hardware? What basic roon streamer did you have? I didn't know they made a streamer. 

I'd take a look at the Wolf Audio Systems Luna server. They sound better than the BlueSound and Innuos and you can install other 3rd party apps to their Linux or Windows OS. Plus, their support is fantastic and can help you get going.

I’m very happy with the Innuous Zen MK3, it is in the middle between the Zen Mini and the Innuous Zenith. It is priced around $2700. I’ve ripped all my near 1000 CD’s ( very fast ripping) and with Roon it is a great solution for me. Customer support is terrific!
Dave

I should add I purchased my Innuous Zen MK 3 from Dave (The Audio Doctor) here on the forum. Dave gave me a great deal and offers exc. customer service!

I can only speak from personal experience but I spent a “bit” on a good NAS with plenty of space. It can run the Roon core, plus act as your PC backup :)

I also had a Node 2 which is a good quality streamer, but I wanted to upgrade to a better streamer/dac with a CD player/ripper. 
After a bit of investigation I came across a product range called Cocktail Audio which has a range of streamers/ DACs/ CD player/rippers and storage or any combination. I have an X45Pro which has a very high quality DAC.

I think the product range (from Sth
Korea) is worth considering (in my opinion).
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