Same here - Roon has excellent SQ and it perfectly meets audiophile standards. I seriously doubt so many high end manufactures would actually advertise their products as Roon Ready if the SQ would not be top notch…
But I doubt that Chromecast as an Endpoint actually lets u appreciate what Roon can really do in terms of SQ…
I think it’s both - great in terms of practical use and it meets highest audiophile standards…
I can’t agree with this. I am using Roon and HQPlayer with my ultraRendu and DirectStream DAC and have found no other setup that sounds as good, much less better.
I am more than happy to use Chromecast feeding a Chord DAC with optical out at up to 96khz. It’s no slouch. I don’t differentiate between that and the USB connected Chord; at least for Flacs to 96khz, in any case.
maybe you should read this… it’s pretty enlightening. I sort of mentally draw the line at discrete bits of Hifi kit to +/- the 500 usd/eur mark each. It’s enough to satisfy my audiophile ego and protects my wallet somewhat (and marriage).
there is an event this weekend in France with Roon & Qobuz participation, it would be interesting if they could talk about it ! or if some French users go to this event, they could ask them about the the integration of Qobuz
Qobuz has introduced Qobuz Studio at a monthly subscription rate of $24.99. First timer can sign up for 1 month free trial. Up to 24/192k lossless audio delivery, it is sure to fire up some competition…
I use the Qobuz app from time to time to have music streamed to my Devialet. Quite a good app, but it would be so much better having it included in Roon!!! Besides, I have to switch my amp from ethernet to Devialet AIR, but I definitely prefer Roon!
That’s because they still haven’t launched in the US yet.
You can still test it out signing up and using CEDIA2018 code (if still works). I’m not sure what catalog it’s tied into during trial. I’m still seeing some text in French.
I heard that code is supposed to get at least 3 free months. Hoping I’ll get to test with official US Launch and roon integration.