Isn’t the Esoteric a network streamer/DAC with preamp capabilities? Since you already have a streamer (Aurender) you plan to use, unless you need the preamp function and plan on doing streaming from other sources, you’ll be spending money for features you don’t need. If the Aqua pushes your buttons, go for that, it’s a good unit.
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Tony
D'Agostino Momentum S250 MxV & HD pre; Linn Klimax Organik DSM, SonicTransporter, EtherRegen; Acoustic Signature Typhoon Neo, Koetsu RSP, Boulder 1108; Sf Il Cremonese; Shunyata Everest, Altaira, Sigma & Alpha v2
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