Looking for a streamer/DAC

I use Linn product. their of very good quality. I currently use the linn Majik DSM. This unit has a amp.a preamp capability or as a line source. I have used this product in all 3 modes and am very pleased with its performance

So many choices. Being new to streaming and after evaluating so many helpful responses I’m leaning towards starting with Bluesound Node only and evaluating. 
it has a very good and easy to use operating system and I can continue to evaluate adding a high quality DAC to the system later. 
thanks so much for all the guidance. 

I have had the following DAC/Streamer combo's

Aurender A10.  

Lumin T2

Cary 600

Cary 700

Currently have a Bricasti M3 w/ network card.  Please Pm if I can help. Too many variables to discuss all these machines.

@durangorusd

Very sound decision starting out with the Bluesound Node to get yourself acquainted with streaming music. They make a solid product and are well established. 

I used a Node 2i for a number of years and was never dissatisfied with its sound quality and streaming ability just using the original power supply. I did move to an outboard DAC in time but the onboard DAC was decent and enjoyable. You can also disable the volume control in the Node as you suggested. 

Be sure to go with the newest version of the Node as I believe they have upgraded the DAC design and possibly some other features.

Enjoy the music! That’s what it is all about!

According to Brian of Bricasti the internal network player of their DACs performs better than the outboard streamers, citing a I2S > AES > USB.