Streamer apps critical
I don't understand why high end manufacturers release streamers with terrible apps. One of the strongest advantages of the Nodes is the BluOS app. It's simple and effective, though not full-featured. I understand the Innuos app is great. Not all of us like much less want to pay the cost of ROON and the online apps, like USB audio Player are clunky. I would love to see a paid-for version of BluOS or other manufacturers license a common but customized app, much as early versions of Windows were available from Dell, Gateway, Compaq and so many others.
I just moved from a BlueSound Node2 with LHY Audio power board and a LPS to a WiiM Ultra. I’ve always stated the BlueOS is one of the best out there. The WiiM is as good, maybe even a little better, plus the Ultra is a fantastic unit. I really do think it sounds better than the Node2 combo. I used both units as head unit, (streamer) only, via COAX output to my tube DAC. |
The Eversolo App is easy to use and reliable in my experience. I have a Will Pro in my bedroom system. I use Tidal connect with the WiiM because I like the Tidal app UI better, I use the Eversolo app with my A8. I used an RPI running PiCore Player before the Eversolo. I listen more because the Eversolo app is such a pleasure to use. My experience - YMMV. |
My thoughts are the same as @oddiofyl . I have the node N130 and the N200 and the Bluesound app is simply and easy to use.
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