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RE: Looking for a streamer

In Reply to: Looking for a streamer posted by Grinnell on January 1, 2025 at 07:45:41:

You don't have to spend big audiophile bucks to get a great network streamer. In fact, I use a DIY Raspberry Pi at sub $100 all-in including the board, power supply, case, SD card, etc. If you prefer a turn-key solution.....
....you might look into Bluesound and WiiM which are popular cost effective choices here in the Asylum. Possibly SMSL, Eversolo, Cambridge Audio, FiiO, too.
As already mentioned Blusound and Wiim have a large following here. They both offer various models so you'll have to do your own research on whether they do exactly what you want.
All of the brands above have models that sell for under $1000, many well under $500. NEW.
P.S. -- Personally I wouldn't buy a pricey USED 'audiophile approved' brand with rave reviews. Even with a big discount you could get stuck with an outdated oldie - but many of them look chunky and pretty if that's important to you.
Additional notes: Bluesound Node 2i has been discontinued for a while now. The Bluesound Node is current at $499 on sale for $349 and could be phased out soon for the latest Bluesound Node N132.
Good Luck!

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Topic - Looking for a streamer - Grinnell 07:45:41 01/01/25 (13)

RE: Looking for a streamer - Grinnell 08:03:43 01/03/25 (6)

If your a Tidal user.. - G Squared 08:29:59 01/06/25 (0)

Great choice! - AbeCollins 08:05:25 01/04/25 (2)

I have a stupid follow-up question for you, Abe . . . - JoshT 19:54:22 02/04/25 (1)

RE: I have a stupid follow-up question for you, Abe . . . - AbeCollins 08:37:04 02/13/25 (0)

Good Choice....Enjoy!....nt - Jotaro 22:20:07 01/03/25 (0)

Glad you're enjoying your WiiM Ultra - mlsstl 19:46:05 01/03/25 (0)

Start cheap - E-Stat 20:21:23 01/02/25 (0)

RE: Looking for a streamer - weedeewop 11:02:55 01/02/25 (0)

RE: Looking for a streamer - AbeCollins 10:28:14 01/02/25 (0)

Since you are looking what have you seen so far? - Jotaro 16:02:48 01/01/25 (0)

Check out WiiM - mlsstl 14:40:27 01/01/25 (0)

RE: Looking for a streamer - pbarach 07:58:50 01/01/25 (0)

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RE: Looking for a streamer - AbeCollins 10:28:14 01/02/25 (0)

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