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Post by naim1425 on Nov 26, 2021 13:48:39 GMT
I already have Spotify and Tidal I was for someone could comment on which is the best and value for money at the moment,I keep getting bombarded with letters and and email offers from Amazon music.How does it compare to the rest of the services,so if someone has the time to make a list on how all the services rate also would I be able to use them on a ATB,Allo Digi and the Hegel streamer amps,also I am looking for some more linear power supply’s to buy for other projects
Thank you
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Post by MartinT on Nov 26, 2021 14:28:17 GMT
The first question is: what do YOU think of their relative sound quality? That's more important than what we think.
You know if you ask me I'm going to say Qobuz. I've tried Spotify and Tidal and a bit of YouTube and Qobuz gives the best sound quality, especially with hi-res files. In ranking order (best to worst): Qobuz, YouTube (variable), Spotify, Tidal.
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Post by naim1425 on Nov 26, 2021 14:50:52 GMT
have you tried Amazon hd.Martin
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Post by MartinT on Nov 26, 2021 14:56:31 GMT
have you tried Amazon hd.Martin No, because no decent device supports it, certainly not my ultraRendu. |
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Post by julesd68 on Nov 26, 2021 15:11:26 GMT
In terms of Value for Money I'm very happy with my Spotify Family sub which gives the three of us Premium for £16.99 pm.
I would like them to get on with rolling out their Hi-Fi service though, that's been taking way too long to materialize.
Why not just try Amazon on their 3 month free trial?
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Post by mansie on Nov 26, 2021 15:28:06 GMT
I personally use Qobuz but my sons prefer LoFi Youtube for convenience. Amazon music HD came later on the market and may not have the same hardware support as Tidal / Spotify. From the Hegel 95 review in hifipig: |
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Post by ajski2fly on Nov 26, 2021 16:23:58 GMT
I am with Martin on this one, if you are after best SQ then its Qobuz and only £12.99/month now. I used to used TIDAL and in fact like its interface, however the SQ is pants and not what they actually say it is. Spotify in is only offering CD level SQ(recently) for its Premium service, its non-sub service is fine for casual listening or out and about if you put up with the ads, or use Youtube.
Why not give Qobuz a go for a 3 month free trial and see what you think.
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Post by julesd68 on Nov 26, 2021 16:37:38 GMT
Spotify Hi-Fi (which is cd quality) still doesn't have a release date. Premium is still 320kbps Ogg Vorbis.
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Post by naim1425 on Nov 26, 2021 17:45:02 GMT
Will qobuz go onto digione and atb ok I will cancel tidal,can I control qobuz with iPad ,pc or android device like Spotify also how much music on it
Cheers
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Post by naim1425 on Nov 26, 2021 17:46:05 GMT
Spotify Hi-Fi (which is cd quality) still doesn't have a release date. Premium is still 320kbps Ogg Vorbis. I have premium as well Jules A |
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Post by naim1425 on Nov 26, 2021 17:47:29 GMT
The first question is: what do YOU think of their relative sound quality? That's more important than what we think. You know if you ask me I'm going to say Qobuz. I've tried Spotify and Tidal and a bit of YouTube and Qobuz gives the best sound quality, especially with hi-res files. In ranking order (best to worst): Qobuz, YouTube (variable), Spotify, Tidal. Sound ok but want better A |
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Post by Stratmangler on Nov 26, 2021 18:19:21 GMT
Spotify Hi-Fi (which is cd quality) still doesn't have a release date. Premium is still 320kbps Ogg Vorbis. I think the second coming of the prophet Zarquon may happen sooner  |
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Post by naim1425 on Nov 26, 2021 19:44:18 GMT
Right I’m thinking of setting up another system with some of my bits and pieces lying about,I was thinking of using AE1with their own stands already owned,2 Rel 528 subwoofers already owned and going for a Hegel 390 as this would be a good starting point,I have lots of cd,dvd and Blu-ray oppos,pioneers players I could experiment with.maybe throw in a blackYamaha 7000 tuner plus a nakamichi cr7 and a revox 77. I have never heard anything by Hegel so any input would be very appreciated,I will keep the Naim active system in the main music room and the tv/projector/wife’s room she can use the naim unity atom when she wants peace from me,I will be expecting to upgrade the Hegel system at some point if needed so any info on the Hegel will be fantastic or using another streaming/Dac/amp altogether with the kit I already have,I am trying to cut down on boxes.
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Post by karatestu on Nov 26, 2021 20:17:47 GMT
I will probably get banished for this but I use the free YouTube streaming. You have to put up with adverts but I can live with that. I play it through a little JBL charge 5 Bluetooth speaker. What more could a music lover want ? I'm through chasing rainbows that just can't be found.
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Post by MikeMusic on Nov 26, 2021 20:53:31 GMT
YouTube is good
Much more in it these days and adding
Probably not on any other services
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Post by MartinT on Nov 26, 2021 21:05:24 GMT
Quite apart from Music, there are channels that I subscribe to that I love. Great entertainment and educational, too.
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Post by julesd68 on Nov 26, 2021 22:03:47 GMT
Lo-fi is the new Hi-fi.
I use my phone so much for music.
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Post by brettj on Nov 27, 2021 20:45:09 GMT
My only realistic avenue for music at present is Spotify to Bluetooth headphones.
It gets music to my ears, and sounds okay.
Got rid of Tidal, with my system down.
I do miss the depth from my stereo though.
Will consider a Qobuz trial in the new year.
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