Streaming virgin

@dagery
although not required, you might want to add Roon - a software which makes all you file sources look like one library, and allows you to do in depth queries like “which albums did this drummer play in”
https://roonlabs.com

I second the Node.  They just upgraded the DAC and you can compare it with the DAC in your amp.  I like the Bluetooth option for discovery but the Node has both Bluetooth and AirPlay, so even if Spotify and Bluesound don’t work with each other you can still stream to it for discovery

For $549 USD, the Bluesound Node packs a lot of features.  My connection preference:  ethernet cable to the Node, then USB or SPDIF to your amp.  It can be controlled from an IR remote, a desktop application, phone app, or its own box-top buttons.  Plus, it's a Roon-ready device.

I'm not extremely tech savvy either so I went an easy way and purchased a Marantz ND 8006 CDP/streamer and its so easy to use. I also have Spotify and the 8006 connects to your phone via Wifi---then voila! Spotify is streaming through your stereo. Good DAC too! Its a great piece for streaming and playing CDs.Technics also has a new CD/Streamer that's getting good reviews. Good luck!!

Hello,
Bluesound Node 2i. The reason I am suggesting the older model is you can get them for $100 less. So this should run you $450. If that is out of the budget there are some nice Bluetooth devices that connect to your stereo with RCA cables. In some cases your music will stay at cd quality. This can cost $50 to $150 for a nice one. Since the BlueSound products have this built in plus you can do wired or wireless speakers and it has a toslink input for your tv or CD player I would try to get into a BlueSound Node 2i. If any of you are near the Chicagoland area this store has all of these options and more. https://holmaudio.com/
They also let you try stuff out in your home to make sure it works with your system.