Squeezebox Vs Duet

Scoly1, I was just commenting on what others had mentioned earlier in the
thread.

However, since you mention that an iTouch would be just another remote for
the Squeezebox, I believe there are some definite differences between the
iTouch and Squeezebox remote that make an iTouch the better choice
beyond the "cool factor". I understand these differences may not matter to
you, but they might matter to others reading this thread.

For example, with the Squeezebox remote, you need to be able to see the
Squeezebox's screen to navigate through the menu. With an iTouch, since the
it mimics the SqueezeCenter web interface (using iPeng) you can be anywhere
in your house and use the iTouch's screen to navigate through your music
choices. That makes an iTouch a clear winner, IMO. Of course, if you're only
going to be changing music while you're in the same room as your
Squeezebox, then it doesn't matter and the Squeezebox remote is perfectly
adequate.

Beyond that, if you are going to use the digital output on either the
Squeezebox or Duet, I believe you'd be hard pressed to hear a difference
betwen the two devices, which is why I believe Doug_kraz mentioned using a
Squeezebox/iTouch combo versus a Duet since the cost would end up about
the same.

Anyway, have fun! The Paradisea+ is a terrific DAC, and it will definitely add
musicality to either the Squeezebox or Duet.

The Duet receiver doesn't have any screen and the remote works perfectly. Why would you have to look at Squeezebox's screen to use the remote?

Why would you have to look at Squeezebox's screen to
use the remote?
Kana813 (Reviews | Threads | Answers)

Because the SB3's remote is only buttons, unlike the Duet's remote, which has a
screen.

SB3 - screen on player, no screen on remote
Duet - no screen on player, screen on remote

Kana
Think Tvad referred to the sb3 in his reference to the screen not the duet.
Tvad
Thanks for the info. Feel sure the itouch would be an upgrade even from the duet remote. It looks to be very versatile a has tremendous functionality. If I were planning to use the functions it would be a no brainer. At this time I do not intend to use it that way but will continue reading about it and considering how it might be of use. You have succedded in getting me curious.
Steve

Given the $399 price of a Duet (and less if purchased used), versus the
~$200-$250 (used) cost of an SB3, the Duet seems like a no-brainer, IMO.

Unless you can find a SB3/Boulder modded ELPAC power supply package for
around $300. The power supply is supposed to make a substantial
improvement, especially regarding the digital output of the player.