Streamer Suggestions

[icehockeyboy]

Having read what I considered to be a good review of the Octavio streamer on Hifi Pig, I bought one.
I'm enjoying it, but like most here started wondering if I can improve on things.

Obviously the Bluesound Node 2i comes to mind, but would it give me a better SQ?
The guys at Octavio are very helpful, and according to them, the major difference to the Bluesound is that the node has more connectivity, and is also more expensive.
I guess you would expect them to say that.

So, the floor is yours, fire away! 😅

[Jerry B]

I'm pretty happy with the Project Stream Box S2 Ultra.

Upgraded it with a Teddy Pardo linear power supply last month.

[RockAddict]

EverSolo DMP-A6? Very much a new kid on the block and getting excellent reviews, especially when being used as a dedicated streamer (i.e. when being fed into an external DAC instead of using the on-board DAC). Two versions: standard or Master Edition.

Also, a simple remote will soon be available in the UK - BTR-12.

The DMP-A6 has extensive functionality although no headphones socket.

Standard version is currently £760 in the UK, not including the optional remote. Availability is not immediate - demand has outstripped supply although new stocks are on the way.

I have taken a punt on the standard version and am currently waiting for the next batch of stock.

[Gazjam]

That’d be my choice.

Great review here:

EverSolo DMP-A6? Very much a new kid on the block and getting excellent reviews, especially when being used as a dedicated streamer (i.e. when being fed into an external DAC instead of using the on-board DAC). Two versions: standard or Master Edition.

Also, a simple remote will soon be available in the UK - BTR-12.

The DMP-A6 has extensive functionality although no headphones socket.

Standard version is currently £760 in the UK, not including the optional remote. Availability is not immediate - demand has outstripped supply although new stocks are on the way.

I have taken a punt on the standard version and am currently waiting for the next batch of stock.

[Jimbo]

That’d be my choice.

Great review here:

I would agree with your choice there Gary. Can't wait to here what you think of it. Reviews have been excellent.

[struth]

just use a laptop im afraid to do the streaming bit mostly... imo a good lappy is fine, but understand folk who want to inegrate more into a system etc

[icehockeyboy]

Has anyone actually commented on whether the Bluesound Node 2I would be better than my Octavio Stream?

[struth]

Has anyone actually commented on whether the Bluesound Node 2I would be better than my Octavio Stream?

its just a streamer so if its been made well they should all sound pretty similar imo, if they sound at all'.. better aesthetics, more advanced software and more connectivity etc come at higher cost. dacs usually cost more and are more likely to affect sound more.

[RockAddict]

Has anyone actually commented on whether the Bluesound Node 2I would be better than my Octavio Stream?

Not sure this helps much but a hit from a Google search (octavio stream vs bluesound node) produced an article where both are at least mentioned:

https://www.13thnote.net/2022/09/18/...sound-primare/

The Node has heaps more functionality but any difference(s) in audio character will be down to personal preference. Personally, I think the 3rd gen Node (N130) is excellent VFM @ £550 but I have no experience of the Octavio Stream. In a few weeks, I'll (probably) post some feedback on the EverSolo DMP-A6 and, if I do, I'll give a view on how the SQ compares to the Node 2i.

[cube-tube]

A Raspberry Pi would be much better than either of those, and a lot less expensive.