New to Streaming

Posted by: Nick68 on 15 October 2012

Hi, this topic may be a little basic for some, but I would appreciate any thoughts or guidance.  

 

What I would like to be able to do is easily access my library of music via a menu on an ipad, with excellent audio quality.  Currently my music is on CD and vinyl, played on equipment that was ok quality in its day, but was bought nearly 25 years ago and is past it's prime.  To add context, I may not be stupid, but I have little or no practical knowledge of current technology that may be relevant, save for what I read this weekend, when laid up with a bad cold.  And yes, I ripped my first CD today!

 

So, I may have something of a road to travel on this topic, but one has to start somewhere.  Fortunately I have a little money to assist with the project (25 years allows for something to be set aside).

 

Ok, so I'll jump straight in at the deep end with a quick summary of my thoughts on what might constitute an ideal set-up following my weekend's hard studying.  Naim Unitilite (when available), supported by a Synology DS212 NAS (one acronym I have worked out and understand, I think) and Neat Motive 2 speakers.  I would of course try to use the highest resolution files I could, although I haven't yet worked out what to do with the vinyl in this regard!

 

Is this a sensible configuration for someone looking for a robust, high quality system, bearing in mind I may not change what I purchase for some while?!

 

Thanks in anticipation (and please go easy....)