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?

  • davidswelt@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    I use a dedicated Chromecast to stream music via HDMI. Switches the integrated amp automatically to the right source and settings, and a separate video Chromecast does the same for video.

    I tried a RME ADI 2 pro DAC, fed via USB, and I don’t hear a damn difference, even playing with Qobuz, 96 kHz.

    The nicest-looking streamer seems to be my Pixel tablet on its stand. Gorgeous big screen. Need to figure out how to pipe it into the Denon, though.