jl35

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New to Streaming
@moonwatcher Is the streamer part of the WiiM Pro Plus the same as the Pro, with just a better DAC ? I thought I had read that somewhere..loving the WiiM Mini in bedroom system...agree on Tidal Connect possibly being a huge advantage...Qobuz "supp... 
Oppo media control.
I successfully streamed Tidal on Oppo Sonica Streamer/DAC with MConnect, easy to set up too...  
Where do I go from here?
Just read some reviews on the WiiM Pro Plus. Worth checking out.   
Where do I go from here?
I think you really need to spend a few months streaming before you make any serious decisions about streaming or what to purchase...  
Where do I go from here?
if you want simple, get something like the Cambridge CXN V2 - streamer, DAC, Digital preamp - get Tidal so you can use Tidal Connect - Qobuz connect still in the long promise stage, forget Roon for now... WiFi is easy or if close to router than et... 
Upgrade from Bluesound Node
My new PS Audio AirLens is a terrific streamer...didn't mention it because it doesn't do Amazon...use with I2S cable into PS Audio DS2 DAC...  
Preamp for a GaN-FET amp...
I found moving from the Belles Aria to the Aria Signature made a significant difference, since you do like the Belles...  
Resolving CD Transports Crowd Sourcing
CD6SE is a great machine...  
They know we will pay anything they can think of
you can get a great system for $5,000.   S. Stone reviews lots of low cost stuff...  
Upgrade from Bluesound Node
if you like the Denafrips you could look higher up their lineup, while you look for a streamer that you like...a streamer where the user interface works for you...  
Upgrade from Bluesound Node
Both the Bluesound and Denafrips seem way below what your amp and speakers deserve...both are great value products, but your system is way better, especially since you primarily listen to streaming...  
Resolving CD Transports Crowd Sourcing
Urd not available, will be available " in October " ...  
Would you choose 1 ou 2 subwoofers for a stereo set?
I agree,  definitely 2 big subs for a big room...  
Aesthetix Romulus, still competitive?
My Romulus semi-Eclipse, with NOS tubes, still sounds great and holds up very well...  
New Pass Labs Go To
No idea about sales, but Pass offers great technical support and customer service. I’m a 20 year customer of Mark’s...called Pass Labs directly last week: phone answered within seconds and all my questions and more were answered and explained by K...