Sonore Streamers

[GuillaumeB]

That iFi is still a SMPS PSU, me not like!

And that $69 is indeed crazy and we may again be surprised later because of customs duties, VAT etc.

I agree - although I do use one to power my Paul Pang switch which has definitely brought some improvements to my setup.

I say get the best LPS you can afford and stick a Mutec 3+ USB at the front for re-clocking duties and conversion to AES. Will still work out cheaper than many dedicated renderers. Will it sound better though? There is still the issue of network optimisations and storage devices to factor in though, particularly if comparing to a Melco or Aurender. 

I remember the glowing review Chris Connaker gave the Auralic Aries, to my ears (and a few others that came here when I had it) it didn't cut the mustard.

Guillaume