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Originally Posted by rjinaz86323

Not sure if this is the right section, but I am here now.

I am currently using my Mac Mini to stream music. Mostly Amazon Music and Spotify. I am thinking of upgrading to Amazon Music Unlimited which will give me HD and Ultra HD as well as a bigger catalog.

First question is about this service, as to how it compares to others (I like the price $7.99)

Secondly I am using a Schiit Modi 3+ DAC. Will this give me a good result or do I need to upgrade this as well?

I am going into a Mac MX130/MC7150/SF Chameleons

Keep in mind I have a very limited budget.

Thx
Rick

Your Schiit Modi3+ DAC is just fine as a DAC.

With respect to streaming music services, my recommendation would be to get Qobuz instead of Amazon. It's a few bucks more expensive per month but the audio quality is really excellent and it has a superb library of available content. As well as high-res content if that's important.

When you have the funds in your budget, I'd recommend installing a network bridge e.g. a Sonore microRendu between your Mac Mini and your Schiit Modi 3+DAC. It's about $399. Connect an Ethernet cable from your Mac Mini to your router, and then another Ethernet cable from your Router to the microRendu, and your USB cable from that to your DAC. It will make a BIG improvement in audio quality. If you don't have the budget for, consider using a Raspberry Pi 4. And you could easily build one with a touchscreen yourself. Here's an article on that:

https://www.headphonesty.com/2021/04...h-touchscreen/