fitero
Member
I've researched my options to the point where I've become immobile with indecision. My ability and knowledge regarding digital audio are quite limited.
I'm moving to a small village with limited internet and now see myself using a cellphone to stream tidal through bluetooth to my system. I have just learned that I can "tether" the phone to my PC for data, and hence Roon use.
Obviously, the Transporter is an older streamer/DAC without USB etc. I also need a new preamp for Phono connection and use. I rarely listen to headphones, only listening through the connection to the PC. Yuck.
Lastly, DRC has always intrigued me, though I haven't had much luck playing with REW.
It would appear that the minidsp SHD and a Cambridge Duo (@ $1400) are the perfect products for me. That, or the AudioVero, Preamp 14 CleanVolver (@$2200).
All of these components are forcibly connected to my active speaker crossover unit which in itself only has a 108db dynamic range. (JBL SDEC-4500P). Having a JBL tech out do ARCOS calibration is not an option either at $5500 a visit.
So, is it a fool's errand to attempt to get more "precise" audio by replacing the Transporter? I could just get a Topping Pre90, a Cambridge Duo, and a bluetooth dongle and be done.
I'd really appreciate any constructive thoughts and suggestions.
I'm moving to a small village with limited internet and now see myself using a cellphone to stream tidal through bluetooth to my system. I have just learned that I can "tether" the phone to my PC for data, and hence Roon use.
Obviously, the Transporter is an older streamer/DAC without USB etc. I also need a new preamp for Phono connection and use. I rarely listen to headphones, only listening through the connection to the PC. Yuck.
Lastly, DRC has always intrigued me, though I haven't had much luck playing with REW.
It would appear that the minidsp SHD and a Cambridge Duo (@ $1400) are the perfect products for me. That, or the AudioVero, Preamp 14 CleanVolver (@$2200).
All of these components are forcibly connected to my active speaker crossover unit which in itself only has a 108db dynamic range. (JBL SDEC-4500P). Having a JBL tech out do ARCOS calibration is not an option either at $5500 a visit.
So, is it a fool's errand to attempt to get more "precise" audio by replacing the Transporter? I could just get a Topping Pre90, a Cambridge Duo, and a bluetooth dongle and be done.
I'd really appreciate any constructive thoughts and suggestions.
