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In Reply to: RE: DIY Music Server posted by kwillisjr on January 30, 2020 at 16:14:40
I have worked on / upgraded computers in the past.....but it's been a few years. My knowledge base needs to be enhanced but I'm not a complete beginner. It is typical of me to research a thing to death before making a move. It's a pain in the hind parts and consumes a lot of time but it has generally kept me from making wrong choices. I'm simply trying to streamline the learning process. Some things need to be learned before the first part is purchased. Some things can be learned during the build process. And some things can wait until the device is finished. Yesterday was my first foray into the music server realm. I'm looking for help learning and was hoping someone could point me in the right direction so I don't unnecessarily waste time on things that either aren't important or are less important.
In my mind, I see some sort of music server in my office (back bedroom of my house). The server is connected to the router which is connected (via Ethernet) to a feed behind the entertainment center. I'm assuming an Ethernet cable would connect to a DAC which would connect to the AV system. The server could be controlled from the living room (where the entertainment center is located). I suppose the first questions are: Is this reasonable, and what do I need to do this? Also, can I (by use of this setup) rip audio from my turntable directly to the server? If not, can I use my CD recorder to transfer by way of read / write disks?
The best definition I've ever heard for wisdom is that it's the insight that comes from genuine first hand experience. (Truman G. Madsen)
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In my mind, I see some sort of music server in my office (back bedroom of my house). The server is connected to the router which is connected (via Ethernet) to a feed behind the entertainment center. I'm assuming an Ethernet cable would connect to a DAC which would connect to the AV system. The server could be controlled from the living room (where the entertainment center is located).
What you're describing is a NAS, that you only plan to store music on (for now). Most consumer NAS boxes come with built-in DLNA server software, which streams media over your home network, and if you buy one with enough power, you could alternatively run Roon or LMS on it. A lot of media players can also access the files directly from a shared folder via SMB/CIFS.
I had a NAS, and then replaced it with a low power headless server that I built. I did that because I wanted some server features beyond just file storage/streaming and backup like centralized authentication and security policy management and flexible drive pooling.
But if all you need is something to serve up music files, it will be easier and cheaper to just buy a NAS, and once you have one, you may find you want to take advantage of its other features too.
Also, can I (by use of this setup) rip audio from my turntable directly to the server?
Not quite. Or at least, I don't know of any audio recorders or audio interfaces that can write directly to network storage.
One option is to buy an entry-level pro audio recorder that supports SD or USB mass storage, as John suggested. You would plug in a USB thumb drive, USB HDD, or SD card. Record to that, then plug it into your server or NAS and copy the files to their final destination. Or plug the stick/card into your computer and copy the files to the server or NAS from there. Maybe something like the Denon unit in the link below, which also has a web interface to control it.
Another option is to buy a good quality USB sound card and plug it into your computer.
I think you'll need a separate digital recorder to digitize your LPs. I use a TASCAM DA-3000 DSD recorder , but there are less expensive TASCAM recorders if you don't need to record in DSD.
Good luck,
John Elison
The last statement in your post is something to consider and practice."The best definition I've ever heard for wisdom is that it's the insight that comes from genuine first hand experience. (Truman G. Madsen) ".
So, I also believe this. Like learning how to swim really requires you to get into the water first. Reading and Studying about Swimming is fine, but is no substitute for getting wet. Don't get 'analysis paralysis.'
With that said why don't you get a Inexpensive Music Streamer such as Allo Digione Player ($175)that has everything you need to Stream Radio, Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz. You can plug it into your DAC and start listening. One step at a time. This is what I use, it has great fidelity and I have been Streaming for over 10 years now.
Your Statement of;
"In my mind, I see some sort of music server in my office (back bedroom of my house). The server is connected to the router which is connected (via Ethernet) to a feed behind the entertainment center. I'm assuming an Ethernet cable would connect to a DAC which would connect to the AV system. The server could be controlled from the living room (where the entertainment center is located). I suppose the first questions are: Is this reasonable, and what do I need to do this?"Yes the Digione Player can do this for $175. It would connect to your DAC via Coax.
Then later on you can Rip your Music to the Storage Device of your Choice (You'll know more about what you want then)
Edits: 01/31/20 01/31/20
Please someone make a $500 Box with 4 or 5 channel pre-set buttons, a window showing what's playing, and a Big Green Button labeled "Play".
You know, like what everyone had in their kitchen or bedroom years ago. I think it was called an AM-FM Radio.
In the meantime I've got a Turntable and 600 records, all paid for, that speak American English.
For the Digione Player with Acrylic Case. And All the support you need is available on this forum. It's a complete player, it's just not that difficult, unless you have a closed mind, or are old and just don't want to learn anything. All the help you need is on this forum. I have helped many over the phone. It may take an hour or two to learn something new. All in English.I can help yourself, if you're interested... It will open a whole new world to you.
Edits: 02/01/20
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