Streamers - The future of digital music playback
Today's hottest music reproduction is undoubtedly the streaming medium, which has gained traction with millions of users worldwide. Physical media such as CDs and vinyls are still alive and well, but there is no doubt about where the future lies. Streaming is the flexible and user-friendly solution that enables anyone to listen to their favorite music played in super quality from a streaming service.
Streaming services like Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, Apple music, Youtube etc. give you the ability to play millions of music tracks at will. Here it's easy to find new playlists (or create them yourself), or discover new artists that the services' artificial intelligence thinks you'll like. A world of incredible user-friendliness opens up, which makes you want to listen to far more music than before, and at the same time you find it easier than ever to discover new music. It's smart, intuitive and the sound is excellent.
How do I stream music?
In order for you to be able to stream music, it first of all requires a connection to the Internet. Next, it requires you to choose one or more streaming services through a subscription. In other words, you have to choose who you want to buy your music from. Spotify and Tidal are very popular and these services tend to have the largest selection of tracks.
If you want to stream high-resolution music at home, this can be done in two ways. Either via a set of active speakers with a built-in "streaming module", or via a dedicated streamer/network player that connects to your system. At Lydspecialisten, we are specialists in both options, and we offer a wide range of products within streaming. Here there are both products for the ordinary Hi-Fi enthusiast and the experienced audiophile.
What is a streamer?
In order to be able to stream your music, it is necessary to have a device that can transmit the digital signal. So a so-called digital transport. In addition, it is necessary to have a DAC (Digital to Analog Converter). The DAC is a kind of "digital brain" that is able to convert the digital signal from the transport into an analogue signal. This conversion is necessary, because only through it can the digital signal become audible music. Therefore, it is necessary to have a DAC in your system if you want to use streaming.
In the vast majority of cases, the digital transport and the necessary DAC are built together in one device. This is called a streamer. In addition, it is possible to purchase a separate digital transport if you already have a DAC in your system. The short of the long story is that in the vast majority of cases you only need to invest in a single device.
The music streamer - The classic streaming solution.
This solution is for you who already have a music system at home, but do not yet use streaming. This is a single device capable of playing music from the Internet from the various music services available today. The "streamer" is easily connected to your internet and your existing system.
The audio specialist has a wide selection of these streamers that we can offer our customers. Here there is high quality and ease of use for all the money.
Affordable streamers
At Lydspecialisten, we offer compact and high-performance solutions from, among others, iFi Audio, Primare and Cambridge Audio. iFi Audio has in a short time specialized in digital solutions at a very competitive price. Primare also offers digital solutions at a particularly sharp price. Their affordable NP5 MK2 was named Streamer of the Year by the EISA Awards 2022-2023, and you have to go way up in price before you find anything that can beat it sonically.
Cambridge Audio is definitely worth noting when it comes to streaming as well. Cambrigde Audio offers a number of beautiful and elaborate products within the streaming segment. The Cambridge Azur 851N and Cambridge CXN V2 are among the top sellers and offer a wealth of options.
Hi-Fi streamers
In the level above, we have products from Swedish Primare, who have demonstrated over a number of years that they master digital skills in the most distinguished way. Few products have won as many prestigious awards for their excellent performance and value as Primare. Here, the Primare SC15 can be particularly highlighted, which uses Primare's in-house developed Prisma module. A module that repeats itself in their equally excellent amplifiers I15/I25/I35 Prisma.
High-End streamers
In the very heavy league, we have the products from Lumin and not least Danish Aavik. Lumin are digital specialists beyond the ordinary, and they have therefore built up a very good reputation worldwide for their great competence in streaming and digital signal processing. The same can be said about Danish Aavik, which has in a short time manifested itself as one of the world's leading producers of truly serious Hi-Fi. In practically every field.
Lumin - Uncompromising streamers
Lumin offers a wide range of very serious products, ranging from the model U2 mini to the top model X1. The Lumia U2 mini functions solely as a digital transport to be used in conjunction with an existing DAC. The mid-range Lumin T2, on the other hand, is a dedicated streamer, and it has been a big reason for Lumin's increasing success. This excellent streamer has now been replaced by the new Lumin T3, which is undoubtedly even better than its predecessor, and the demand is also high.
Of course, Lumin also offers their take on the ultimate streamer, which is currently called the Lumin X1. A costly affair. But for those who want sound in a special class, the Lumin X1 is a very popular and recognized choice. The characteristic of Lumin's streamers is that they have an exceptionally high sound quality and at the same time a strong functional solution. It's all wrapped up in a stylish and compact design, and this combination means that Lumin is here to stay.
Aavik Acoustics - Streamers in the absolute top class
At Lydspecialisten, we are more than proud to be able to offer Aavik's unusual products to our customers. Here we are really talking about electronics from the absolute top shelf, and as you know, this kind of thing is not completely free. It is our opinion, however, that these Danish-made top products deliver a performance that fully justifies their cost price in every respect. When only the absolute best is good enough, take a closer look at Aavik.
Aavik is capable of delivering all types of serious high-end electronics. Their streamers are characterized by an incredibly clean and quiet sound reproduction. Absolutely nothing is left to chance here, and Aavik uses astronomical resources in the search for the perfect sound. It can be clearly heard when you listen to their products. This is absolutely first-class sound.
Get guidance from Lydspecialisten's experts
Regardless of what need you have for a musical "streaming solution", we are always ready to help you with the perfect solution for your exact needs. The possibilities are almost endless, and the trick is to choose the right products at the right price. We are specialists in that.
At Lydspecialisten we have a large selection of streamers that you can stop by and listen to in one of our demo rooms. But you can also shop with us online and try our products at home for 30 days with full right of return. If you need advice before a purchase, you can contact us here .