Lumin X1 dont see many virtual audiogon systems with this?


Why is this?  Lumin X1 looks like an amazing streamer with an exceptional dac.

what am I missing by not seeing it in many systems? Only 3 shown?
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Has anyone compared the X1 to the upper Linn DSM units like the Akurate or Klimax?

Just got to say, I don't have any interest in these products, but I am impressed by all of the great information shared in this thread.

I wish more threads were like this one.

Great thread with good information on the Lumin X1. I stumbled on here looking for any comparison in sound quality with the new P1.

It is an old thread but the questions being asked here are current so I wanted to share some of my findings. Regarding Roon sound quality difference, the reasons in my setup came down to the following:

Network path the Roon core follows

Power supplies on the Roon core and path

Roon core/server configuration and quality

Any limitations on the above caused a difference with the sound I heard in comparing to the direct stream of the Lumin App.

So, if you consider the sound of the Lumin App as rerference level (in your network and setup) then there is the potential for your Roon to sound as good at least.

Was I able to get Roon there? Yes. But it was a real PITA. Reason being that each bullet that I mention above as the reason for the limitation is very loaded with multiple situational conditions that each one will have to sort out in their own way. 

Network streaming is no different than analog setup when it comes to attention to detail and clean power, cables, components. Add to that a need for understanding some networking and developing a feel for how it flows in your setup.

All worth it in the end as my X1 setup rivals and even bests my vinyl setup. Eugene81 nailed it with his feedback. There is a tonal flavor from the X1 that is the limitation you will hit only after you have exhausted the other limitations that are removable. But the soundstage, resolution and ease of use is simply outstanding and cannot be easily done without spending a lot more.

Hope this helps.

I had previously purchased a separate dac but found the connectivity issues makes implementation of a dac complicated and ideally an integrated situation where dac and streamer combined works is worth pursuing,  the X one is Superb by coming with an excellent dac.  I have it connected to a line stage.

Any chance to avoid rabbit holes is worth doing the misery of purchasing various dacs is incredibly annoying.