On January 30 Auralic released a beta version of firmware - - 6.0beta3 — which was applied to their entire product line. The improvement in sonic quality is stunning. If you have a chance to do so, listen to the Vega for an hour with the beta firmware applied at your local dealer. It’s easy to switch between the release firmware version and the beta for comparison purposes.
Lumin vs Auralic
I'm finally moving to streaming audio. I've done a bunch of reading and have narrowed down my search to one of two models: Lumin T2 (which is finally shipping I hear) or the Auralic Vega G2. For those that know both brands, and have had a chance to audition or work with their software platforms, which would you recommend? I prefer the one box design....so I end up sending less on cables/interconnects. I just plan on using Tidal....fyi. Any feedback would be appreciated!
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Dick, I'll let you know what I end up getting....Uberwaltz, I'll do some investigating on the Mytek BB; thanks for your suggestion. Mre28m5, there are no dealers for Auralic anywhere near me....so auditioning anything from that company is not going to happen. I'm basing everything thus far on reviews since my nearest dealer is a 4 hour plane flight away! The Lumin T2 hasn't arrived at my local dealer yet, so once it arrives, I'll give it a listen..... |
The LUMIN can go wireless, but you just need one of those extender Ethernet wireless adapters. Not sure if anyone mentioned that?? Seems like most people think the LUMIN is hardwired only. Which is technically is the best way to go. LUMIN marketing should make it known that you can go wireless, they might actually gain more sales. |
Here is another option and it uses the Lumin software. Comes in black or silver and works and sounds great. I have also owned Lumin and Auralic.streamers. https://hifiheaven.net/shop/TEAC-NT-505-Dual-monaural-USB-DAC-Network-Player-Silver?search=teac%20nt... |
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