CD Player that can stream Pandora, Rhapsody, etc.

The MAC Mini requires an external screen and keyboard. I do not have space for this additional equipment on my living room shelf. The Mac Book Pro has the keyboard and screen built in. It also includes a CD drive and a built in Ethernet connection. I cannot receive a Wi-Fi signal in my living room (too far from router) and prefer using an Ethernet connection for security and a higher quality signal.

The Mac Book Air does not support Ethernet (Wi-Fi only) and does not have a CD drive.

The Mac Book Pro 13" has a small foot print when the top is closed and is not big when open. All my music will be stored on the external hard drive using a Thunderbolt connection.

The Wyred 4 Sound Music Server can Stream Pandora, Rhapsody, MOG and Internet radio. It can also store music files as you have mentioned. I guess I wouldn't classify it as a CD Player, however it does have a CD Drive for ripping CD's. It also has DSD capability and you can control it with an iPad, Apple or Android Device.

Sorry, but I've never heard it, so I can't help you there.

http://www.wyred4sound.com/webapps/p/74030/117839/620191

Rich

Not sure if you own a DAC, but just to be clear, after I looked through the manual, the Music Server above doesn't appear to have a built in DAC.

I was looking at this for myself a while ago, to replace my Logitech Transporter. I happen to have a stand-alone DAC and I'm not ready to give up my MOG and Spotify either.

Their ad is a little misleading, because one of the quotes, on the wyred4sound link above, states that, "this is the best source/ Dac combo I have listened to."

I certainly don't respect the quote, however it's a bit misleading.

Rich

Hgeifman. It is so nice to be able to read your enlightening responses. Reasoned & practical. I just got an iphone 5S and am so appreciative of its ez to use features it encourages me to explore media music. I totally enjoy CD's and SACD's but I'm sure to enjoy the new opportunities.