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Need help selecting a streamer for a beginner.

So I have been collecting music since 1959.  I love my vinyl and cd’s.  But technology moves forward and I don’t want to be left behind.  So I’m in the market for a music streamer.  I just want something that can access music through my wi-fi network, and plug into my existing preamp.  I would like to take advantage of the increased sampling rates like with Tidal.  There seems to be a wide spread in price points but since I’m just beginning I don’t want to spend a lot (under $1000).  Let me know your suggestions and thanks.

My system:
Thorens turntable
Ayer CD player
Krell KCT preamp
Krell FPB400cx
Revel Performa F32 speakers.
pipebro
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mahler123
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I wouldn’t pay much attention to the above…
There are numerous threads in this section addressing your very issue.  You won’t have to scroll very far to find them.  My recommendation is the Bluesound Node2.  It works better wired, but everything does.  For about $500 you get a streamer that can handle resolution, comes with a DAC, and has an easy to use App
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sfar
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Second the recommendation of the BlueSound Node 2i. It's easy to set up, works with a broad range of sources and sounds good. You can improve the sonics by using an external DAC rather than the one internal to the Node 2i but that can be a second step. The 2i and a decent external DAC would be within your budget.
david_ten
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@pipebro Given your experience and current system, I suggest spending a bit more and moving up the Network Player - DAC chain. There are a number of options to consider.
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raysmtb1
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Blue sound Is the perfect place to start. You could buy used on the music room website for around $300
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