Node X

I just set it up and it sets up very easily. The app basically does the work. Huge difference from the Cambridge Audio experience. 

Are you running the Node X wired of wireless?  I couldn’t get the WiFi to work on my Node 2, but that was a million years ago.  Also, I bought both my CXN 60 from Audio Advisor, so I’m surprised that they don’t carry the MXN10

I have had a couple of Nodes die getting hung up on updates when past the warranty.  My recommendation is don’t do the updates unless completely necessary.  I also note the X is retailing at $750

@mahler123 Wireless. The room where I inserted it is not anywhere close to where my router is so I cannot use an ethernet cable. The MXN10 was/is a very new product so it might be some time before Audio Advisor gets it. I had no issue with either the connection (which the Bluos did automatically) or the update (again which Bluos did automatically).

So far, I just set it up and listened to parts of a few songs to make sure the connections worked. The only comment I can make so far is that the DAC seems to make things clearer but also creates a digital edge that I’m not sure I like. I’ll look into things to see if there is some burn in time to calm things down or tone controls to take the edge off or it is something I get used to.

I am using a tube integrated amp so I wonder what it would sound like in a SS system.

As to the price, I understood that it the increase is due to (1) upgraded DAC and (2) separate headphone amp which is supposed to be very good.

The main thing that I can say right now is how much easier set up was than with the MXN10.

As with the OP, I haven’t really streamed before other than YouTube or AppleMusic and maybe I don’t go outside them. I’ve been a bit unhappy with the way that streaming services treat artists who aren’t stars but I haven’t investigated that yet fully. I also like owning music. However, having ApplePlay finally work and seem better than bluetooth is a good start. I didn’t have that with the Cambridge Audio.

Finally, prior to buying the MXN10, I saw that the CXN’s price was slashed about a third so that is something to consider. The CXN v2 price is about $1,000 now.

Apple Music sounds best for me thru Chromecast in the CXN.  I use an Android phone because the iPad doesn’t offer Chromecast.  I use it to audition new recordings but most of my streaming is CDs that I have burned to my server or Internet Radio.