Do I need a dac


So kinda new to this streaming .my question is I have a lumin t2 hooked to an audio research reference 5se should I also have a dac to get better sound 

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Roon will not improve your wallet. Some report that it comparatively hurts the sound quality. I didn’t notice that, but it is not for me.  I have never read that it improves ANY SQ.

An external DAC could be worse or better depending on your taste, the resolving power of your system and spending ability.  Most likely diminishing returns  make it too expensive for most.

Only if the DAC you buy is better than your built in DAC. I'm streaming from a Node 2i and was using my Parasound's DAC. I bought a used Aqua La Voce S2. It made a tremendous difference.

An Audio Research Reference DAC would be a significant upgrade. Audio Research DACs are incredible and very complimentary to other Audio Research components. I could not believe it when I paired my ARC Ref 5SE with a ARC DAC! Speaking of synergistic… detailed, natural, dynamic.