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Originally Posted by The Lost Bears
Has anyone compared the MicroRendu to the Bluesound Node 2 or Sonus Connect? I have been looking into streamers lately. The MicroRendu seems to be very popular. The problem I have with a number of the low cost streamers is they only have a USB out. The Bluesound does have a rca digital out.
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Sonos is similar to Bluesound in many ways, though Bluesound is newer and has better processors on board. I am a pretty big Sonos user (11 zones total). However, I am very intrigued by Roon. If Bluesound becomes Roon-ready -- this could be interesting. I do think Roon is more dependent on raw processor power so something like the Silenzio could be a better fit if Roon is your goal.
Sonos vs Bluesound - for std Redbook (44.1/16 bit) I doubt there is a difference from their digital outs. Bluesound does work with hi-res (including MQA but not DSD) while Sonos does not go beyond 44.1/16. Many opinions on this topic.
Sonos is unequaled with integration with streaming services - from Tidal to Pandora. Full integration with Spotify is coming soon.
So, if your intent is playing from a NAS-based library with some hi-res material, then Bluesound. If primarily streaming, Sonos is hard to beat. Amazon and Sonos have teamed up as well for voice control via Alexa. For what its is worth.
Finally, I would read up on microrendu. I don't know much about it personally.
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