What are you streaming tonight?
@16f4 - I will not be getting rid of my TT and records, regardless of how much I enjoy streaming. I've been streaming Spotify for a few years, but wanted to try hi-res content. We'll see how it goes when I get Qobuz and a streamer. I really love Spotify. If the SQ is not significantly better, I'll probably just keep Spotify and call it a day. I'm much more of a music guy, than an audiophile...... |
reubent i too am more of a music guy than an audiophile. I think you’ll be happy if you get Qobuz and the Node 2i. I started streaming and sold my turntable and records due to an anticipated downsizing, but the access to so much more music has certainly broadened my taste. I don’t regret the shift. But I certainly would not recommend anyone get rid of their records. I never used Spotify, but do have to admit the SQ of Qobuz on my system makes me very happy. |
@reubent I prefer Qobuz over Tidal, however if you like your discover weekly on Spotify, Qobuz doesn't have anything like that. Tidal has a "My Mix" feature where it puts together playlists based on your listening habits. I would skip the Node 2i and get a decent streamer to start with. There are so many "How do I make my Node 2i sound better?" threads... I went down that path - "I'll just get the Node 2 and see if I like streaming", which led to "I do like streaming, but want it to sound better". Depending on your budget look at the TEAC NT-505 (I have this), the Lumin D2, or move higher up the food chain. Both will do MQA and DSD. Personally, I don't care much for MQA, not so much in terms of sound quality, but the fact that it's a hyped up gimmicky proprietary format (IMHO). |
