11-Jul-2015, 18:42
I can't recommend the raspberry pi 2 running Rune (not to be confused with Roon) enough!
Just the pi running this software will provide usb audio into the devialet reading music stored on a nas drive or hard drives plugged in to the pi.
Plus you get the ability to add Internet radio stations.
Plays everything from redbook up to 24bit 192khz and also dsd64.
Did I mention it costs £30?
I would recommend adding the hifiberry digi+ board which will provide optical and coax outputs. (another 30ish)
I did a head to head test, sarum usb vs sarum coax, and the coax output wins hands down.
A much fuller sound.
Everything my NDX could do for under £100!
It can be controlled through any device that has an Internet browser or you could use a upnp control point.
(I use bubble upnp)
Seriously, great sound can be achieved at a great price.
I think this setup will surprise a lot of people.
(even my hifi dealer was surprised!)
Just the pi running this software will provide usb audio into the devialet reading music stored on a nas drive or hard drives plugged in to the pi.
Plus you get the ability to add Internet radio stations.
Plays everything from redbook up to 24bit 192khz and also dsd64.
Did I mention it costs £30?
I would recommend adding the hifiberry digi+ board which will provide optical and coax outputs. (another 30ish)
I did a head to head test, sarum usb vs sarum coax, and the coax output wins hands down.
A much fuller sound.
Everything my NDX could do for under £100!
It can be controlled through any device that has an Internet browser or you could use a upnp control point.
(I use bubble upnp)
Seriously, great sound can be achieved at a great price.
I think this setup will surprise a lot of people.
(even my hifi dealer was surprised!)
