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After many days of research, Rendu still sounds perfect solution to me, I like the fact that it outputs directly I2S, without unnecessary conversions. Unfortunately I can't try it in my system before taking the plunge.

To me if the device is general purpose computer inside, ie with a motherboard I can buy, I feel usually it's not really worth the price, I would instead go with CAPS approach. But CAPS is costly too if you were to upgrade the USB card and dedicated PS. Also personally I prefer I2S for its less conversions involved, hence the question. Thanks guys for your replies, no matter what your opinions are.

To me these devices seem to be doing unnecessary conversions, so why bother with USB and concert it to I2S, instead of just staying with pure I2S? Looks like Rendu is indeed the only available option

Yeah, but the MS-2 is still a computer inside, isn't it?

Guys, any recommendations?

With this DAC coming in tomorrow, I am looking at streamer options, right now I am leaning towards Sonore Rendu I2S output version, any other options for a streamer with I2S output and with similar capabilities as Rendu? Feel free to suggest in any price level, I will rule out accordingly.

Thanks for the responses... After I posted the question, I went on and read more on the ethernet based solution, considering I have Wyred4sound DAC2 DSD SE coming in very soon, now I am wondering given that DAC, would it be better to go with a music server (CAPS or any ready made server), or should I go with a streamer? My understanding is a computer music server would be more flexible, and a dedicated streamer would be more higher grade for audiophile, since it's specially made for audio purposes. Any input and help is much appreciated.

Hi, first post here, fellow CA readers. I am looking at building a CAPS Lagoon music server and have following questions and seeking for advice here: 1. Not sure where to source the LGX MC-500 case here in Canada, any one from Canada can point me to where it's sold? 2. I am also looking at Minibox M350 as an alternative to LGX MC-500, like the one here: NCIX FORUMS - psu included? - Mini-Box M350 Universal mITX Computer Ca... What do you think about this computer case? Would it satisfy a Lagoon build? Looks-wise, it looks not too bad. 3. Would a PPA USB 3.0 card fit in either of these computer cases? I am looking at this card as an alternative to the SOtM card. 4. For power supply, just want to confirm here, I don't need the PSU usually that comes with the computer case, correct? I would need to get the Seasonic or similar power adapter, and maybe later upgrade to dedicated PS, correct? Thanks in advance for the help!