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I ordered a used MA12000 earlier, should receive it sometime next week, . Thank you Charles and everyone else for your inputs! Now, onto the digital source, I need a music server, budget $3k. I am guessing a unit with linear power supply, fanless, strip down OS (vs Mac Mini or Windows) are preferred for better SQ. Still unclear what provides better SQ, NAS vs. internal SSD vs. else. Unsurprisingly, there are so many options out there: 1. Bluenode 2. new/used Aurender 3. Innuos zen mini mk3 - problem with roon? 4. Lumin U2 mini 5. else? Last edited by Blackfield; 12-15-2021 at 12:12 AM. |
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Am guessing you will be very pleased with your MA12000 choice.
Why not fanless on the NUC?
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About fanless, I think I may look at this the wrong way. I have home PC that has my audio files, runs 24x7, connect to my home network and run at my office. Then if I want to go Roon route, I can install Roon core on this PC. My listening room will be on other room so I think I just need a good streamer that can be connected via ethernet. This way the streamer does not have a spinning hard drive. I plan to use DAC that is o MA12000 so I just need a streamer without DAC. I would think this setup is better than having the audio on the streamer itself? Am I on the right path here? |
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Reason I ask about the NUC is mine is fanless. Not sure they were offered with a fan when I purchased a couple of years ago. I'm leaning towards the Node 2i streamer. There are so many 'do it all' pieces out there and they change so often it gives me pause.......
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Blackfield. You may be interested in this post by Stephen.
https://www.audioaficionado.org/show...97&postcount=7 I started with Bluesound and migrated over to using Roon core and the DA2 usb in my c2700 with an optical bridge much like described in the post. Much lower noise floor and better detail because of it. You may want to consider.
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I have a Bluesound Node that is good for a modest second system. The sound quality is not sufficient for the system in my signature, even running it through the Yggy. So I think you need to go a step up. Aurender sound quality is much better. I have not heard the others.
I use a Naim Uniti Core--ripped CDs only, no streaming--it has the other features you mention and is in the price range. Sound quality is better than streaming, but not as convenient.
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I think I will go the above route, albeit a more modest one. 1. I have a powerful PC at home (on another room) that runs 24x7, I can install Roon Core here. The PC is connected to ethernet. Since this is on another room, PC fan noise is not a concern. 2. On the listening room, there is an ethernet jack. I can get OpticalRendu + power supply+FMC bundle and run ethernet cable to this. Then, get a good USB cable to connect it to MA12000. Not sure if there is significant sonic difference/signal noise between a dedicated PC like sonicTransporter vs. powerful PC. Quote:
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Welcome to the site ... one of the keys to a great set up is balanced components - Great speakers with a lesser quality amp is only gong to let you hear what great speakers sound like with a lesser quality amp - No fun there
At the level of components you are considering might be a good ides to factor cable costs into your budget - Quality equipment need quality cabling Everyone has a preference and mine is WireWorld Silver Electra (I got mine from MasterLu) - You may want to think about replacing the standard issue power cords and interconnects - Quality cables aren't cheap but the plus side is they don't need a lot of updating for audio If you do go the Mc452 route a dedicated 20 amp line is a McIntosh recommendation - Another component is a quality power conditioner .... dirty electricity is your enemy - It will make a measurable difference ... I mean you can actually have it measured Anyway congratulations and enjoy the journey |
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