scuzzii Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 Hi Folks, apologies if this has been asked before, I did search through topics. I'm looking to get a streamer that is compatible with my Apple Music subscription. I plan to use the digital input on my Luxman SACD player, so it's just something that can stream Apple and has a Digital output. Connection via WiFi. I've looked at the Yamaha WXC-50 but cant see if its compatible with Apple Music. Any suggestions? John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
proftournesol Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 An Apple TV is the most inexpensive Apple Music streaming option 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blybo Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 Sonos Connect also does Apple Music, can probably find 1 cheaply 2nd hand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuzzii Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share Posted October 16, 2018 cheers guys. The room doesn't have a TV, so I'm not sure Apple TV would work. Need to have an app on phone or tablet for selecting music etc.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheekyboy Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 (edited) Hi mate, the Auralic Mini I had was a pretty good streamer and Apple based. Edit: There's one here for sale, but not sure its gone or not yet. Edited October 16, 2018 by cheekyboy 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blybo Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 (edited) This will give you great sound as well as easy to use interface Edited October 16, 2018 by blybo 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuzzii Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share Posted October 16, 2018 24 minutes ago, blybo said: This will give you great sound as well as easy to use interface Cheers Neil - appreciate the suggestion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuzzii Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share Posted October 16, 2018 30 minutes ago, cheekyboy said: Hi mate, the Auralic Mini I had was a pretty good streamer and Apple based. Edit: There's one here for sale, but not sure its gone or not yet. thanks Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuzzii Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share Posted October 16, 2018 i've reached out to the seller of the modified sonos connect. this also caught my eye https://www.mirandahifi.com/collections/digital-audio-players/products/bluesound-node-2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdh500 Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 (edited) What about a Apple Airport express, it streams Apple Music, has optical out and can be bridged for wireless if no Ethernet connection ? what about this one? https://www.mirandahifi.com/collections/digital-audio-players/products/arcam-airdac JDH Edited October 16, 2018 by jdh500 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuzzii Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share Posted October 16, 2018 10 minutes ago, jdh500 said: What about a Apple Airport express, it streams Apple Music, has optical out and can be bridged for wireless if no Ethernet connection ? JDH Jon cant see a digital out on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evil c Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 i've reached out to the seller of the modified sonos connect. this also caught my eye https://www.mirandahifi.com/collections/digital-audio-players/products/bluesound-node-2 The Bluesound Node 2 are fantastic - John.Have one myself and they are great value under $1k !! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdh500 Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 (edited) 1 hour ago, scuzzii said: Jon cant see a digital out on it. The analogue out is also used as an optical out too, it just uses a slightly different connector or adaptor that you can buy at places like Jaycar, or any decent hifi shop. https://www.cnet.com/news/using-apples-airport-express-with-a-dac-a-how-to-guide/ https://discussions.apple.com/thread/7474698 Its the same connection on current and earlier generations. JDH Edited October 16, 2018 by jdh500 Added link and photo 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuzzii Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share Posted October 16, 2018 30 minutes ago, jdh500 said: The analogue out is also used as an optical out too, it just uses a slightly different connector or adaptor that you can buy at places like Jaycar, or any decent hifi shop. https://www.cnet.com/news/using-apples-airport-express-with-a-dac-a-how-to-guide/ https://discussions.apple.com/thread/7474698 Its the same connection on current and earlier generations. JDH thank you Jon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luc Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 Hey Scuzzman, I just heard one of these and watched the operation procedure using a tablet with the app loaded on it...seamless, absolutely seamless and a pleasure to use. I want one. Click Have a Powernode2 which does the business with the added bonus that it's also an 80w class D amp so good for a second system if you wanted but still a streamer that handles house duties really well. Read the review from above, ignore the prices. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuzzii Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share Posted October 16, 2018 4 minutes ago, Luc said: Hey Scuzzman, I just heard one of these and watched the operation procedure using a tablet with the app loaded on it...seamless, absolutely seamless and a pleasure to use. I want one. Click Have a Powernode2 which does the business with the added bonus that it's also an 80w class D amp so good for a second system if you wanted but still a streamer that handles house duties really well. Read the review from above, ignore the prices. Hey Lee, hope you're back in one piece mate. That looks impressive, but its much more than I want to pay as I will only be using it for listen before i buy - as i watch what SNA folks post in Currently Spinning and Currently Spinning Jazz. At the moment, I just buy vinyl that is recommended. I wouldn't be going above the bluesound Node 2 price in terms of options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuzzii Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share Posted October 16, 2018 https://darko.audio/2018/01/further-travels-with-the-bluesound-node-2/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrews_melb Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 The bluesound node 2i comes out soon with added extras which could be worth the wait. Early november i think 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuzzii Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share Posted October 16, 2018 4 minutes ago, Andrews_melb said: The bluesound node 2i comes out soon with added extras which could be worth the wait. Early november i think that would explain the cash back offer for current range til end of Oct. Thanks for the heads up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuzzii Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share Posted October 16, 2018 https://darko.audio/2018/01/further-travels-with-the-bluesound-node-2/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blybo Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 If SQ is not more important than $$$ then $450-ish will get you a brand new Sonos Connect. It won't match a Cullen Modded one or a Bluesound Node 2, but half the price. 1 of the great features of the Sonos is that when you search for an artist/track/album, it searches EVERY music source it can see at once; Tidal, Apple Music, Spotify AND your own music library. Others I've used you need to search within the specific source individually. Might not sound like much but if you are primarily using for music discovery or background music, it's well worth it as I've found lots of new Australian music for example is not on Tidal but is on Spotify. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKay Posted October 18, 2018 Share Posted October 18, 2018 (edited) Sonos doesn't do hires as a server so the Blu Node 2 may be better for future proofing. Edited October 18, 2018 by PKay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blybo Posted October 18, 2018 Share Posted October 18, 2018 33 minutes ago, PKay said: Sonos doesn't do hires as a server so the Blu Node 2 may be better for future proofing. Pfft, this is a red herring IMHO as the OP only wants it for Apple Music to discover content, and the Node is still twice the price. The vast majority of people can't reliably tell the difference between a 128kbs MP3 and CD quality anyway... But very few are willing to admit that are they? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crane Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 On 17/10/2018 at 4:28 AM, scuzzii said: that would explain the cash back offer for current range til end of Oct. Thanks for the heads up I recently purchased a Bluesound Node2... not very iTunes friendly unless you want to use the bluetooth mode. Upon registering my cashback claim, I learnt of the soon to be released Node2i Hold out and wait for the Node2i if you can... the new Airplay 2 support and claimed improved SQ should be a great option for you! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKay Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 19 minutes ago, crane said: I recently purchased a Bluesound Node2... not very iTunes friendly unless you want to use the bluetooth mode. Upon registering my cashback claim, I learnt of the soon to be released Node2i Hold out and wait for the Node2i if you can... the new Airplay 2 support and claimed improved SQ should be a great option for you! Other than Airplay which they have improved, how are they improving SQ? I have a Dac so I am interested in the streaming/server (nas) connectivity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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