You wish to find out more about Bluesound products? Olivier of maPlatine.com tested the Bluesound NODE 2 streamer DAC and Jérôme of maPlatine.com tested the Bluesound VAULT 2 ripper streamer DAC. They accepted to give us feedback by answering a few questions.
– Why did you choose Bluesound products?
J: In addition to listening to vinyl records, I was looking for a simpler solution to listen to online radios which also allowed me to digitize my CDs because I have more than 1000 in my collection! I also have a Qobuz subscription for a more casual listening and therefore I was looking for a devise that could centralize all of my digital music. I was able to test several brands and I have to admit that I was seduced by the Bluesound VAULT 2 ripper streamer DAC! I was impressed by the price-quality ratio of the product and especially the sound quality.
O: Just like Jérôme, I was looking for a solution to listen to music in streaming. I therefore looked in this range of products and came across the brand Bluesound. I immediately saw that the products were of quality, not only the chosen materials and the design but also the level of the integrated DAC. Bluesound also offers its own app, which in my opinion is very user friendly.
– When do you use your Bluesound DAC? How do they work?
O: I use my Bluesound NODE 2 streamer DAC when I want to listen to music but I don’t necessarily want to be as attentive as when I listen to music on my turntable. I also use it to discover new artists.
To make it work, you need at least an amplifier and speakers! Then, all you need is a Wifi connection of quality if you want a high resolution sound. In all cases, you will at least obtain a WAVE format sound. In order to use Bluesound products, you have to download the app on your tablet or smartphone. All you have to do after is connect everything together and use the app where you will find all the radios in the world and various online music furnishers.
J: I also use my Bluesound DAC when I am with friends or my children and I want to listen to music fast. I also use it to listen from time to time to the radio or when I don’t have an album in vinyl format. This streamer allows me to discover a new album via the app Qobuz. And if I like it, there is a strong chance that I will then purchase the vinyl version.
It is easy to use the Vault 2, I simply connected it to the PS Audio Nuwave DSD, in coaxial. The ripping function is as simple. All you have to do is put the CD in the product which will search the web for information, like the record cover for example. It is possible to make some adjustments such as renaming the genre for example. It is easy to build up your music library with this CD ripper.
– What are according to you the key strengths of your Bluesound streamer?
O: For me the simple and refined design as well as the fact that it is user friendly are the key strengths. And of course, the Bluesound streamers offer an excellent audio performance, which is essential!
J: It is indeed important to underline the remarkable audiophile quality for this price. In addition, these streamers are simple to install. The Bluesound app is also very well though out, very intuitive, which greatly facilitates the use of this product. I also find it practical that the app includes the main online music streaming services.
– How would you describe the sound rendition?
J: There really is an audiophile sound. Qobuz lets you for example access a high resolution definition, the rendition is very impressive. And if you compare it to other similar products, the signal processing is of better quality. Once again, for this price it is remarkable!
O: For a rendition of good quality, you at least need to have a WAVE file, and even better if it is in High resolution. Even if it is very good, there is nothing better than the vinyl record. 😉
– Are you satisfied? For what reason?
O: I am fully satisfied and I would even say that the Bluesound NODE 2 streamer DAC is up to my expectations and what I was looking for. It allows me to listen to music in high quality, and this, the easiest way possible. All you have to do is open the app and you can listen to your music for hours and hours without having to worry!
J: Completely, to the point that after multiple tests I definitely wanted to keep it. 🙂 Simply because this Bluesound VAULT 2 ripper streamer DAC is easy to use, the ripping is perfect just like the quality of the manufacturing.
Thank you Jérôme and Olivier
Find out more about Olivier’s complete Hi-Fi system in our blog article.
Find out more about Jérôme’s complete Hi-Fi system in our blog article.
