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    Default Back to music..

    Good evening all.
    I've been lurking for a while but decided to join as I need some advise on streaming.
    Due to all kinds of commitments I had to ditch the Meridian/Monitor audio gear many moons ago, but am now in a position to start building another system, although cash is at a premium.
    So, I've been looking at all in one "streaming mini systems" from Pioneer & Marantz etc, and also looking at separate amps and pre's.
    I quite like the look of the Marantz/Dali Zensor package from Richer sounds, but also have seen the pre/power package from NVA on EBay for less money, although I'd need to add a chrome cast etc and some speakers?
    I guess what I'm after is a simple plug and play that can access what music I want with a subscription.
    Is this easily achievable for say £500??
    Excuse my ignorance, but tech has moved on quite a bit and I'm a bit lost

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    Join Date: Apr 2012

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    Hello David. Welcome to AOS.

    There's a lot of info and opinion on streaming here. Take a look through the Digital Expressions section.

    Feel free to join in any chat that interests you.


    Enjoy the forum,
    Geoff.
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    Hi David. Welcome! dgood luck on your search... streaming wise you could also consider the rpi . A bit of a learning curve but sounds very good
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    Join Date: Feb 2012

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    Hi David

    I think that you may find a used Bluesound Powernode with a pair of book shelf speakers within your budget. That would most probably satisfy your streaming needs as well as being a useful digital hub (with analog input if needed)

    Anyways, welcome!
    Cheers Mike

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    Join Date: Jan 2009

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    I'm openingabottleofwine.

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    Welcome to AoS David.

    Have you considered the Raspberry Pi streamer? There are some here who have been investigating this approach.

    Enjoy the Forum
    Barry
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