I'm assuming that, in this set up, I could use equalising software on my PC.

What are the options for achieving DSP (with PEQ and crossfeed) when using Spotify?Īs I say, I can connect my main DAC to my PC, but would then want to use Spotify Connect to control things via my phone from my listening position. But this would require a significant alteration of their current model. I'd love to think that, in the event of Tidal's and Qobuz's demise, Roon would build Spotify Connect into its software, thus allowing for DSP and multiple endpoints. We all know that a similar deep integration with Spotify (or Amazon) will never happen. Roon relies on Qobuz and Tidal for streaming. Of course it might not, but I like to weigh up different scenarios. It's entirely possible that Spotify's move may spell the beginning of the end for Qobuz and maybe Tidal (despite Tidal's recent financial injection). I'm quite happy with my set up and will continue to use Roon with Qobuz for as long as I can. With regard to DSP I use a parametric equaliser and crossfeed, both of which have become important to me. I also like the fact that you can control all endpoints with one piece of software, but it's DSP that's vital. My main listening set up (the one for which DSP is most useful/vital) is actually in the same room as my PC, but I prefer to use the RPi.ĭon't get me wrong, I like many of the other features of Roon, such as the integration of local files and streaming into one library. I use Raspberry Pi's as Roon bridges running Ropieee.

I use Roon mainly because it allows for full DSP without the need to have my DACs physically connected to my PC. The news that Spotify will be rolling out a lossless service this year has sent me on a 'future proofing' quest.Ĭurrently I use Roon with Qobuz.

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