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If you’ve heard an iFi Zen stream, anything better under $1k?
@blkwrxwgn im a/b testing the latest zen stream with the node 130 I already owned, I cannot tell the difference between the two. I was hoping there was but I can’t tell using mcintosh power DA1 dac.  
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@bigtex22 that’s a great setup. What are you using for streaming/digital music? I have a bluesound node and looking into better options now. Cheers.  
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@johngaltwho go and listen to both, it's hard to articulate the differences in words your ears need to tell you.. For example, I have Sonetto Vs and listened to Nova IIs back and forth, the Nova IIs were better, cleaner, better base so overall bet... 
If you’ve heard an iFi Zen stream, anything better under $1k?
@thegm what cable(s) are you using and USB or Coax? I'm a/b testing my current node (N130) with a new zen stream now and I cannot hear the difference. I was expecting the Zen Stream to be just a tiny bit better based on reviews. However, it did n... 
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@overthemoon great points, do not listen to the Serrafino or Amatis it's dangerous! Jokes aside the Novas are fantastic. Agree on Sonetto V value hits a sweet spot to start with the Novas being the upgrade later on. Question, for those with McInt... 
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@overthemoon thanks for the feedback. I ended up with the Sonetto Vs I a/b tested them with Nova 2s back and forth but only due to cost, the Nova IIs were smoother, better base with one less cabinet all-around. It was clear it's the better speaker... 
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@samz12 and @mrklas  in the same boat now considering used Olympica IIIs vs Nova 2s only due to price. I listened to the Sonetto Vs and liked them but I'm sure the Olympicas will be better. Amp is a MA8900 any advice appreciated and thank you.