So I purchased a Bluesound Node X with the hope that it would improve my streaming experience and overall listening experience. It really hasn’t.

I use Amazon Music and other than some minor conveniences (like not interrupting music when a call comes in) I’m not sure it was worth the $750. The sound from the Laptop via USB sound fuller and just as detailed as the Node and it seems like its just another piece of equipment I don’t really need. Am I missing something?

  • Spyerx@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    Nope.

    I use a MacMini with remote software/screen sharing. Works great. Steamer won’t be better SQ if you have a quality DAC hanging off your computer assuming same source files.

    Streamer is more about convenience and source aggregation. And some of them look cool…

    • PostDisillusion@alien.topBEnglish
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      10 months ago

      Same. But I’ve been struggling with the remote recently. I was using the “Control” feature on Deezer to tell the Mac mini what to play. Do you have a better app which allows you to control from a phone or tablet by the couch? Bad connectivity is the bane! All those years dealing with shitty Bluetooth disconnection issues led me to connect my sources directly to my speakers.