NAD 3020D and related.
In Search Of... Desktop All-In-One
I am looking to finish-off my office with some quality audio. This would be a nearfield/computer audio type of situation. I already have the (passive) speakers and (active) sub.
It seems compact/mini/desktop components are hard to come by. So far I've found the below:
https://www.parts-express.com/dayton-audio-dta-pro-100w-class-d-bluetooth-amplifier-with-usb-dac-ir-...
This just about suits my needs, though I was hoping someone might have an idea of where to find a more "refined" product, as reviews of this are a tad dodgy. This is definitely a <$1000USD purchase. I was aiming for more around $500, but will go where the product is.
This Marantz looks enticing, with the addition of Streaming, FM and CD. But is has no inboard USB DAC. I know, I know, but I'm seeing if this can all be done in one component.
https://www.us.marantz.com/en-US/shop/wirelessmusicsystems/mcr612
Must Haves:
Cheers!
It seems compact/mini/desktop components are hard to come by. So far I've found the below:
https://www.parts-express.com/dayton-audio-dta-pro-100w-class-d-bluetooth-amplifier-with-usb-dac-ir-...
This just about suits my needs, though I was hoping someone might have an idea of where to find a more "refined" product, as reviews of this are a tad dodgy. This is definitely a <$1000USD purchase. I was aiming for more around $500, but will go where the product is.
This Marantz looks enticing, with the addition of Streaming, FM and CD. But is has no inboard USB DAC. I know, I know, but I'm seeing if this can all be done in one component.
https://www.us.marantz.com/en-US/shop/wirelessmusicsystems/mcr612
Must Haves:
- Desktop/Compact design
- Single Component
- Two Channel Amp
- Sub/Pre Out
- Headphone Out
- USB DAC In
- Line In
- BT In
- CD
- FM/Terrestrial
- Streaming Support
- Knob(s)
Cheers!
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The Sprout hits all of your wants except.BT. You can plug in a BT receiver for $25 if you want. Streaming is more complicated. It depends on what you want to stream. BluNode will do almost all but you're paying for a cheap DAC in $$ and size. An Allo Rasberry Pi is smaller, cheaper and a lot more effort. Plus you'll have to obtain a player, possibly subscription, which the 2i includes. |
There is also the Teac AI-301DA. This comparison might help you- https://www.soundandvision.com/content/ps-audio-sprout-and-teac-ai-301da-integrated-ampdacs-review |
https://www.crutchfield.com/p_033RCDN10B/Denon-CEOL-RCD-N10.html?awcp=&awcr=326144471035&awd... I got one of these based almost entirely on the compact size. CD player and all the connectivity you could want. Sub out too. |
https://carydirect.com/shop-now/integrated-amplifiers/aios.html You can probably find a used one for $1,200 or so. |
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