Upgrading from my Bluesound Node 2 streamer

The Lumin app works best on apple devices. I have used it on a Samsung Tab A and it was ok, but far better on an ipad. I wouldn't even attempt to use it on ANY phone.

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I can recommend 3 under $1K.  2 can be further improved with power suppies under $500. It really depends on what you stream, what output you desire and extras like headphone amp and DSP.  I have Android and all 3 control apps are better and they sound better than the BluOs I also have.

I should say I have a $200 Android phone. That’s all I use and it’s great. There is a Tab A and an iPod around here. I have no need to fire them up.  My wife's iPhone works fine too.

Thoughts on Aurender?
Looking at some used units but they are USB only. Another expense since I’m using SPDIF at the moment.

Thoughts on Aurender and sub $500 USB cable?

I appreciate everybody’s help. Thanks

I use the Aurender N100H into an Ayre Codex and it sounds great. I have a few friends using the BlueSound Vault with the Codex as well. I do not know if the DAC in the vault is any different than the one in the Node but the Bluesound units work really well with the Codex.

The Bluesound app is a bit better than the Conductor app for the Aurender but that may be personal preference. The Aurender used to require an Apple iPad to use the app but they have come out with an Android app that works on android phones. Plus Aurender support is really good.

You might want to contact John Rutan at the Audio Connection to discuss. He's is a Bluesound and Aurender dealer. Good Luck!