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kittyb

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Greetings
« on: 12 Jan 2020, 03:59 pm »
Hello all,

After 22 years away from any sort of higher end audio, I'm ready to take a bit of a plunge again.

I'm looking to upgrade my ancient system to handle high quality streaming, MQA, and Roon, and, potentially, BluOS.

At 64, my hearing isn't a discerning as it once was, but I'd like to build a new system that will be pleasing and somewhat enduring, with some upgradability on the digital side of things.

Looking forward to getting your opinions and advice.

There is a LOT that I don't know about the current tech.

KittyB
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toocool4

Re: Greetings
« Reply #1 on: 12 Jan 2020, 04:53 pm »
Welcome to AudioCircle kittyb.

I think you need to look at DAC’s that are programable, that way it will be upgradeable without having to junk it when new chips come out. Companies like Chord, dCS, PS Audio etc do DAC’s that can be upgraded with software.
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Wind Chaser

Re: Greetings
« Reply #2 on: 12 Jan 2020, 04:57 pm »
Welcome to Audio Circle!  :thumb:
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Blackmore

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« Reply #3 on: 12 Jan 2020, 05:05 pm »
Welcome to Audiocircle
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FullRangeMan

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« Reply #4 on: 13 Jan 2020, 06:38 am »
Welcome Kittyb :thumb:
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JLM

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« Reply #5 on: 13 Jan 2020, 01:13 pm »
Welcome!

Recently picked up a NAD M10 "streaming amplifier" ($2750 MSRP) that is a thoroughly modern all-in-one box.  Uses BlueSound, does MQA, streams Tidal, Qobuz, and internet radio.  Has analog and the full range of digital inputs including USB flash drive, has preamp outputs, dual subwoofer outputs, and 100 wpc stereo outputs.  Is compact, lightweight, efficient, and has a large bright clear touch screen but can also be controlled via Android, iPhone, Windows, and Mac.  It's providing the best sound I've ever had.  Not recommended if you want to show off your gear or are a constant flipper of gear.

By the way, Roon and BlueSound would be mutually exclusive.  BlueSound comes on NAD gear only.  And note that the M33, a souped up version of the M10 has just been announced (at twice the price).  Less costly options to the M10 are the C658 ($1650 MSRP) and Node 2i ($550 MSRP).
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Phil A

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« Reply #6 on: 13 Jan 2020, 02:33 pm »
Welcome to AC!
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« Reply #7 on: 13 Jan 2020, 02:54 pm »
Greetings & Welcome to AC KittyB   :thumb:
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