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Does It Even Matter?

So I'm slowly building a second system for the basement, and streaming music will be a source for it. Though I much prefer vinyl and CD, it's like a necessary evil these days. I bought a Logitech Bluetooth audio receiver and it does ok. My question is will something like the Amazon Link give me better sound. I've heard folks say if it's digital, it's all the same, digital in digital out. But what do you think? Should I get the Amazon Link or stick with the Logitech? Any thoughts are much appreciated. Thank you!
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mahler123
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I haven’t heard your Bluetooth Receiver, but I have been using Audioengine Bluetooth DACs for a few years in my stems in my house, not as a primary source but occasionally for the convenience.  These are well regarded Bluetooth DACs with the latest codecs, etc.  And my point is that Bluetooth, even if done optimally, is inherently limited.  I wouldn’t lump Bluetooth in with other digital in a discussion. So I wouldn’t get caught up in trying to improve the basement system with other gear, because it will be the proverbial lipstick on a pig
jl35
3,966 posts
 
very much not all the same...
mgrif104
338 posts
 
There are many, many threads around related subjects.  If you’re interested in quality sound, sources make a huge difference.  Streaming can be better than your CD. Vinyl is a personal preference of course.  But, it’s nowhere near digital in, digital out.  Read a few other threads and you’ll see lots of helpful discussion.

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thyname
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Whoever tells you “digital is all the same, it either works or it doesn’t” has no idea. I would never take advice from that person, regardless of their “credentials” 
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