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I am looking for suggestions for an inexpensive streamer for my sister. I mean a couple hundred bucks. Does anybody make such a thing that would not have to be hooked up to the internet but would work via wi-fi or bluetooth? AND also have a built in dac. Stereo is not her life like some of us. The simpler the better. Would not have to be new. It would be nice also to have the ability to have cd storage. Is it also possible to not have to be run with tidal and be controlled by an app?

thanks

dpm2340
j_andrews
146 posts
 

I also bought the WiiM pro + on a discount from Amazon for about 175 for a 3rd system.

even the built in dac is more than acceptable depending on use-case and who’s listening, and what it’s connected to.

Had mine connected via WiFi and plugged into a Vista Audio Spark

Sounded so great all things considered 

 

jl35
3,932 posts
 

WiiM Pro Plus - fairly often the manufacturer offers refurbs for $149 - just bought one, as my kid stole my other one...they are terrific...and sometimes the WiiM mini for about $60...I’ve only seen these refurbs on ebay from Linkplay (the manufacturer)...

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jbuhl
898 posts
 

Used Gen1 Sonos players can be found all over craigslist for cheap.

You can also explore a Blue Tooth dongle to hang off the receiver/integrated.

like this

loomisjohnson
1,904 posts
 

+5 on the wiim pro

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birdfan
161 posts
 

Search Amazon for “Bluetooth streamer”. You can get a basic metal box with a blue light which is very reliable, well built, and will likely meet your needs for $60. I have one in my office. I will check the brand tomorrow at work. DM me tomorrow if interested. Works great! 

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