Looking for an all-in-one just-add-speakers streamer for my son to take to college


Cambridge Audio Evo 75 is probably the top of the range, but maybe a BlueSound Powernode is good enough? Maybe there is something cheaper that fits the bill?

My son is not (yet) an audiophile, so sufficient volume may be the most important, but interested in any thoughts folks have on this topic.

saulh

OP didn't mention budget, but I am very pleased with Arylic for my "not the main system"  $153 on sale
https://www.arylic.com/products/arylic-a50-wifi-bluetooth-multiroom-full-digital-hifi-amplifier-with-airplay-dlna-multiroom-control

i have their streamer on a PA system in the garage.  I also have their bluetooth 50W amp driving some Boston Acoustic CR7 on the porch .  The link above is streamer plus amp.  I don't have the latest BT source (iphone) so when I say that  BT sound is just "ok", maybe that is dated.  The 50W amp sounds very good with an ifi DAC on the iphone and its analog inputs.

Streamer + powered speakers, or streaming amp with passives.  

Depending on your budget, I’d consider the Bluesound Power Node.He can use Internet Radio, Pandora, TuneIn, Radio Paradise,(Allfree) and Amazon HD, Qobuz and Tidal and a bunch more.

And as far as speakers, The Klispch RP 600m ll’s get great reviews are very reasonable priced.

All the best.

KISS - keep it simple and inexpensive.  My daughter is running KEF LS50s off a BlueSound PowerNode and is very happy with the setup.  I would keep the investment as low as possible, unfortunately theft is always a concern.  Keep the system as minimal as possible, there is never enough space in a dorm room.  A pair of active speakers that the user could cast Spotify to would be a good consideration too.  Good luck and cheers.