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Sooloos
I got my first opportunity to play with Sooloos recently.
Is it neat? Well, yeah. But it is what it is, commodisumo computer hardware in chic, trendy styling with a dedicated embedded OS (I never could figure out what it runs, so it is well embedded: My guess is some flavor of Linux or QNX.) It's a nicer software package than what can be bought for standalone hardware. Worth the money? Well, if you have a LOT of money maybe. But a iMac with some good custom software and a couple of good outboard DACs and distribution amps, could do as much a lot cheaper. I doubt whether you could have that software written for the same cost as a Sooloos, but if Sooloos succeeds, it should provide some inspiration, and in that sense it's a good thing. Plus, I have to admit that even for chic, trendy styling hardware, it IS well styled indeed. And, as a former and current Blad user I like the square format screen. |
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Sooloos
On Dec 20, 3:09*am, Bret L wrote:
*I got my first opportunity to play with Sooloos recently. *Is it neat? Well, yeah. But it is what it is, commodisumo computer hardware in chic, trendy styling with a dedicated embedded OS (I never could figure out what it runs, so it is well embedded: My guess is some flavor of Linux or QNX.) *It's a nicer software package than what can be bought for standalone hardware. *Worth the money? Well, if you have a LOT of money maybe. But a iMac with some good custom software and a couple of good outboard *DACs and distribution amps, could do as much a lot cheaper. *I doubt whether you could have that software written for the same cost as a Sooloos, but if Sooloos succeeds, it should provide some inspiration, and in that sense it's a good thing. Plus, I have to admit that even for chic, trendy styling hardware, it IS well styled indeed. *And, as a former and current Blad user I like the square format screen. Best of all, they're coming up with cheaper versions in the future. |
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Sooloos
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, Boon wrote: Best of all, they're coming up with cheaper versions in the future. If iTunes were more convenient, could an Apple TV and a DAC do the trick for cheapskates? Stephen |
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Sooloos
In article , smcelroy2
@POPaustin.rr.com says... If iTunes were more convenient, could an Apple TV and a DAC do the trick for cheapskates? That will work - The Apple TV has wireless connectitivy and an optical out so you can feed a DAC of your choice. You won't get the slick touch-screen interface of the Sooloos, but functionally it shouldn't be much different. However, if you are controlling it via iTunes anyway, why not just get an Airport Express? It's cheaper, also has an optical out and can be remotely controlled by any computer running iTunes (or an iPod touch or iPhone using the free "Remote" software). |
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Sooloos
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hophead wrote: In article , smcelroy2 @POPaustin.rr.com says... If iTunes were more convenient, could an Apple TV and a DAC do the trick for cheapskates? That will work - The Apple TV has wireless connectitivy and an optical out so you can feed a DAC of your choice. You won't get the slick touch-screen interface of the Sooloos, but functionally it shouldn't be much different. However, if you are controlling it via iTunes anyway, why not just get an Airport Express? It's cheaper, also has an optical out and can be remotely controlled by any computer running iTunes (or an iPod touch or iPhone using the free "Remote" software). I was considering file storage and future video usage. I do actually have an AirPort in the kitchen system. It works fine when my girlfriend is home with the iPhone. Stephen |
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Sooloos
In article , smcelroy2
@POPaustin.rr.com says... I was considering file storage and future video usage. I do actually have an AirPort in the kitchen system. It works fine when my girlfriend is home with the iPhone. In which case, I think the Apple TV is a great idea. It's pretty affordable, includes a 160GB disk (and I believe you can attach more storage). You can use it with an external DAC and does have HDMI for output to a high-def TV. I think I'm talking myself into buying one... |
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Sooloos
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hophead wrote: In article , smcelroy2 @POPaustin.rr.com says... I was considering file storage and future video usage. I do actually have an AirPort in the kitchen system. It works fine when my girlfriend is home with the iPhone. In which case, I think the Apple TV is a great idea. It's pretty affordable, includes a 160GB disk (and I believe you can attach more storage). You can use it with an external DAC and does have HDMI for output to a high-def TV. I think I'm talking myself into buying one... I know how that goes! The tv system has a modern receiver so I wouldn't need another DAC. The only system missing out would be the main hifi. Go figure. Stephen |
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Sooloos
In article , smcelroy2
@POPaustin.rr.com says... In article , hophead wrote: [ ...] In which case, I think the Apple TV is a great idea. It's pretty affordable, includes a 160GB disk (and I believe you can attach more storage). You can use it with an external DAC and does have HDMI for output to a high-def TV. I think I'm talking myself into buying one... I know how that goes! The tv system has a modern receiver so I wouldn't need another DAC. The only system missing out would be the main hifi. Go figure. That would be my situation, too. My main hi-fi is a 2 channel system, no TV. I do have a dedicated 5.1 system as well, and that's where the Apple TV would go. I guess I'll pony up for an Apple TV and an Airport Express to feed the 2 channel rig... |