I have a Node 2i that I ran through a Gumby, The Node sounds quite a bit better through the outboard DAC but I felt and urge to try the Lumin U1 Mini.
Having purchased the U1Mini I have no regrets. The Lumin streamer has a far better sound stage, and sounds more relaxing or lush than did the Node 2i. The Lumin's software has some quirks that take getting used to, (playing in a gapless format for instance). But once you get used to the software, its definitely worth the upgrade.
Having purchased the U1Mini I have no regrets. The Lumin streamer has a far better sound stage, and sounds more relaxing or lush than did the Node 2i. The Lumin's software has some quirks that take getting used to, (playing in a gapless format for instance). But once you get used to the software, its definitely worth the upgrade.