I see, well in that case we make the best out of what’s available and continue the pursuit. It’s probably why I continue to buy downloads, CD’s and Vinyl.
Downloads Versus Streaming
Hi Again,
I’ve been streaming Qobuz through my Bryston Pi to my Ayre QB9 Twenty. Despite being told that streaming quality is every bit as good sounding as my local library on an external SSD, my ears tell me otherwise. Even at higher bit rates and resolutions. Yes, a better streamer and/or tweaks and upgrades would have effective results, at this stage I believe I’m better off with downloads. I’m just wondering what you folks out there have experienced regarding this matter and what you’ve done to make improvements.
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Yeah, problem is that certain information about the remastering / recording process isn't usually available. Labels are not responsible in any way to be forthcoming about taking shortcuts or making compromises, you take your chances. Fortunately, where I live we have brick and mortar record stores where someone will say, 'No don't buy the later Led Zeppelin remasters because they are compressed and the remixes differ wildly from the originals'. I will say that I feel more vulnerable on Qobuz and that's why I trust when people comment about the catalogue being a mixed bag. But there are plenty of options on Qobuz for twelve dollars a month so, 'whatta ya gona do'? |
@jbuhl So I take it that you bought a component from Roon or someone else that serves as the Roon Core and sounds better than your experience using a Mac computer? If so, it makes a good deal of sense to me that your experiencing better results with a component dedicated to Roon, given it's filters an other audio design properties. Which makes me wonder if it's worth spending money on a filtering device between the modem and the Pi? |
Yeah a Small Green Computer Sonic Transport (SGC ST). Runs bit calmer, way more stripped down. Don't have to worry about all the Mac updates and baggage that platform brings along. Stability is rock solid as well (so far) and support is good. Dedicated device only way to run a ROON core IMO. Sometimes you see them on the used market. Been really happy with mine. |
@jbuhl All-right, not cheap but still within reach. Does it elevate audio quality to where it's equal to MPD? Also, I'm assuming you can now play DSD files via Roon when using the Sonic Transport? To be honest and it's a long way off but I'm rather focused on the NAIM ND5 XS2 just because, I believe I could convince my local dealer to let me take one home for an audition. I'd really like to see how much of an improvement I'd hear when comparing it to the Pi. As for Small Green Computer, these small boutique type companies just seem to keep sprouting up. It's encouraging. |
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