I tried a number of streamers before committing to a Lumin T2. The Bel Estream was a disappointment, as was the a BlueSound. I did keep a Bluesound Powernode to power the inwalls in my dining room and kitchen, but for critical listening it was not great. Auralic was detailed but dry, the Linn the same. I did not try Aurender as it failed to support Roon. Used a Lumin D2 for a year and it was decent but the T2 was stellar.
What are you using as a streamer? Constructive feedback please.
Wondering what improvements I can made to my streaming end and what you all are using.
Not looking to rip CDs and I mostly listen to vinyl.
System right now is:
Node 2 (latest version used streaming only with Roon)
Bel Canto e.One ref DAC 2.7
Bel Canto e.One ref CD3t Transport.
Bel Canto e.One ref 501S (best Class D to date to ever grace my system)
Mini GaN 5 ( had to try it and swap it in and out)
AM Qualiton X200 Tube Integrated (love it and gets most use)
QLN Prestige 5 Speakers.
All cables and wires are Signal Cable.
Appreciate the constructive feedback.
Have a great day.
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I’m a Innuos Zenith MK3 4TB with Phoenix USB Reclocker (8-10k). I really do like it, but I way over bought considering the rest of my system. If you’re a vinyl guy you can get buy and enjoy yourself with a lot less. But price is always a big part of the equation. I’d recommend the Zen MK3 with a SoTM Tx-usbultra special edition. New its 4k, but can easily find good pricing and get it for under 3k for both I’m sure. Basically 90% the the quality and 25% the price. I tried the SoTM and liked it, but Innuos Phoenix did pull slightly ahead and just wanted all Innuos stuff. Read over your Integrated and looks good excellent! Very nice set-up. |
Wondering how things are going with your new Streamer? Also what digital cable you are using to the DAC (Signal Cable? Coax of AES?) Hope you are enjoying it! |
@rockrider I am loving it. Using the AES from Signal Cable. The unit is sensitive to cabling and with the Digital Coax did not have the captaincy for 194’ would only play 96. |
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