27-Mar-2015, 11:04
(26-Mar-2015, 22:58)actx76092 Wrote: Hello. Debating on getting streamer or using AIR from a dedicated Mac. From reading the forums it looks like AIR is at least equal to most streamers in the 1-2K range when it comes to sound quality. Assuming that this is the case, will this setup work well?
Router - ethernet cable - D200 - speakers
Control it via my Macbook pro via wifi
Your last question " will it work well?". That appears to be a case of pot luck. Some people have no problems with AIR and others have a lot of problems as Ian highlights above.
If you are one of the lucky ones and have no issues then AIR sounds sublime in my opinion. I have not tested it against a streamer, but I have compared it to my CD player and its much better than that.
A streamer is also something that I am considering, but if AIR was more stable for me I would definitely stick with this for a while at least.
I have the same debate going on in my head....would a streamer give me a significant step up? Only way to find out is to compare.
Like I say if you are lucky and have no issues with AIR i am sure you will be more than impressed.
Devialet 200 -- Roon Nucleus-- Sonus Faber Olympica 2 -- Tellurium Q Black Speaker Cables --
Chord Qutest -- Niimbus US5 Pro Headphone amp —HifiMan HEK, Abyss 1266TC
Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Chord Qutest -- Niimbus US5 Pro Headphone amp —HifiMan HEK, Abyss 1266TC
Newcastle upon Tyne, England
