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Upgrade from Bluesound Node

I currently have a Bluesound Node used as a streamer And a Denafrips Ares II DAC. I stream music from from Amazon. 
My system is Sonus Faber Guarneri Evolution and a Vitus MI100 integrated amp. 
I was thinking upgrading the front end of my system since I listen only to streaming music. 
I was considering a PS Audio PerfectWave Direct Stream Jr DAC with a Bridge II streamer. Do you think it is a worthy upgrade? I’m open to suggestions. The simpler the setup the better. I’m also thinking in getting something used, if it’s worth it. 
My room is about 13x17 ft. 

thank you

chemarcelo
mahler123
3,356 posts
 

I think @fuzztone nailed it when he statedAmazonMusic is compatible with very few streamers, Bluesound being one.  Otherwise you will need Bluetooth, Chromecast, or AirPlay.  If you are going to upgrade the streamer I would also change the service to one that can play directly into the streamer

chemarcelo OP
24 posts
 

Mahler123, I was thinking also in getting Qobuz and Roon for the exact same reason. Thanks for the advice.

jl35
4,007 posts
 

My new PS Audio AirLens is a terrific streamer...didn't mention it because it doesn't do Amazon...use with I2S cable into PS Audio DS2 DAC...

chemarcelo OP
24 posts
 

I have to check that one out. Thank you!

hheedah
29 posts
 

@2psyop ​​​​​​

Is there a SQ difference in the 2 PS upgrades you did? There looks to be a big price difference between the PD Creative inboard upgrade and the Pardo external supply. Does one sound better and how big of a difference do you notice between the two? I have 2 Node 2i's in different systems and would love an upgrade on main system. 

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