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Nucleus, is there a better alternative?

My system uses a Lumin x1 which includes a dac and streamer, so I don't need a box with a streamer and a dac.

Concern is that the nucleus which hosts roon, which I use, might be introducing noise into system. I like the way it sounds but could I do better?

Maybe I need to consider an optical connection vs a Straight ethernet connection between the nucleus and the X1.

Curious about any ideas

 

 

jumia
sns
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Lps on nucleus, FMC with lps, better ethernet cable could all be worthwhile. Since you're only using Nucleus as server, no rendering, not as critical to streaming as it would be otherwise. Antipodes K41 would be my choice for upgraded server only.

jumia OP
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K41 seems like a nice item and I guess a glorified nucleus. Not too much info on the processor inside.

I like the idea of the LPS and a better ethernet but a new unit would be a substantial benefit I think

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audiotroy
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we are a server importer if you are streaming to the x1 a better core will not improve your sound

however footersand a powercord wilimprove the x1

sns
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K41 would give you option of server straight into Lumin, no switch needed as Antipodes has two network ports. If you need switch no advantage here, I'd stick with Nucleus, add the lps, very nice server.

rsf507
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Think about a Teddy Pardo power supply For the Nucleus should lower the noise floor.

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