Streamer + DAC help: Bluesound vs Eversolo (vs Others)
All - my budget is uh, flexible. Up to $5K USD. I bought the hifi rose 150B but since it has way too many bugs, I am returning it.
What is your experience look like with Bluesound, Eversolo and other brands in a similar price point? I can’t audition so I am looking to see what others have to say (if possible, as compared to the hifi rose 150b).
(1) how is the hardware? (2) interface on the hardware? (3) app? (4) sound quality?
the rose 150b had GREAT SQ but the constant interruptions in playback was such a downer.
what other brands can i consider?
i am weary about spending $5K without demo-ing (it’s messed up, i know) but that is my budget. of course if there is a consensus about SQ at a lower price point, then i don’t even have to go to $5K.
I know, this sounds weird. But the experience with rose was traumatic. I don’t want to put any dealer through any kind of “troubleshoot with me” and “return it” ordeal again :(
thank you all in advance
Innuos streamers sound great, have the best app, and offer great customer service. Here’s a used Zen at a good price, or you could get a new Pulse Mini and add an LPS from SBooster, Teddy Pardo, or LHY for about the same price. https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650163113-innuos-zen-mk3-2tb/ You could pair it with this Denafrips Pontus 15th DAC and have a pretty damn strong streaming setup for around $4k. At your budget you could even add an Iris DDC (highly recommended) and get a significant performance boost for not much $$$ or add it later. Best of luck. https://www.denafrips.com/product-page/denafrips-pontus-15th-r2r-dac |
