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squeezebox set up for audiophiles
After researching a bit and reading up on the forum, I would like to set up my squeezebox touch as follows and any input, criticism, guidance, etc to help all of us get on the right path would help. I...
If you're going to invest in the Linksys 610N bridge, make sure you run it @ 5GHz if you can. While the 610N also supports the more common 2.4GHz band, that band is very "crowded" in comparison ( eg due to cell phones) so the better SNR of the 5GHz band means there's much less chance of radio interference adversely impacting the transmission and so your sound quality. Plus, higher frequencies also demand much tighter jitter control, and reducing jitter is always a good thing.
That said - could be worth experimenting to see which band makes your ears happiest. For example higher frequencies tend not to penetrate certain physical materials as well (eg some very poor 5GHz performance in areas of my home due to old stone walls) so depending on the construction/layout of your home, 2.4GHz might then deliver the best sound quality.
Edit: One more thing as it's not specifically mentioned in your original equipment list - don't forget to pay attention to the ethernet patch cords that will connect the NAS/Touch to the router/bridge.
If you can find them, the Denon AK-DL1 is the premium product - but failing that Meicord (http://meicord.de) sell quality cables that have received very good reviews in various audiophile publications & blogs. Much cheaper than Denon too at ~$100 for the same 1.5m cable
That said - could be worth experimenting to see which band makes your ears happiest. For example higher frequencies tend not to penetrate certain physical materials as well (eg some very poor 5GHz performance in areas of my home due to old stone walls) so depending on the construction/layout of your home, 2.4GHz might then deliver the best sound quality.
Edit: One more thing as it's not specifically mentioned in your original equipment list - don't forget to pay attention to the ethernet patch cords that will connect the NAS/Touch to the router/bridge.
If you can find them, the Denon AK-DL1 is the premium product - but failing that Meicord (http://meicord.de) sell quality cables that have received very good reviews in various audiophile publications & blogs. Much cheaper than Denon too at ~$100 for the same 1.5m cable
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