ps audio bridge

I think I am going to get the bridge along with the ps audio dac. What would be a good netbook and wi fi router to purchase, thanks

I believe a netbook has no disc drive. You will need a drive to rip CDs. Get a laptop. Best to check computeraudiophile for advice on computer/storage/networking hardware in an music system application.

Good point Edorr. Netbooks do not have disc drives. Since I already have multiple computers, the Netbook was a very affordable solution to be used as a dedicated server. Kedoades will definitely need a drive for ripping his CDs. Of course laptops are more expensive than Netbooks, but you can still find some pretty good deals. Also, the laptop will allow you more RAM.

I have a budget of about 4 grand. I can get the ps audio with bridge used for about 2900, thats leaves just over 1 grand for computer wi fi router, and cables, if you guys can stir me in the right direction as to drive for cd ripping and cables wi fi router ect. that would be helpful. Also, what is the best way to get my music from cd's to the computer, software? Sorry for all the questions, and thanks for all your help

Is there a Best Buy in your area? If so, go there and tell one of the sales reps (typically, they’re pretty knowledgeable) what you're trying to do…

1) Ask to look at Netgear routers, which are are pretty good and, for what you need, can be had for around $100.00.

2) There are a host of laptops available at Best Buy in the $400-450-range. You’ll want to have at least three-Gigs of RAM and a decent processor (talk to the sales rep)

3) You’ll need an external hard drive (maybe 1-2TB depending on the quantity of music you’ll be saving to files) - $100-range

4) Cat-6 (or Cat-7) cable (“Ethernet cable) from your router to the Bridge = “cheap” – say around $40

5) EAC (Exact Audio Copy) free software for ripping your CDs = Free download

So far, you’re in for less than $700! You can put more into the laptop if you prefer...