Looking for some advice. Currently have a basic setup streaming Apple Music lossless from a 2018 Mac mini (3.0 GHz Core i5, 8 GB DDR4) via HDMI to a Marantz SR6011 HT Receiver out to a pair of NHT Classic 4 floor standing mains (as well as the rest of the matching NHT 5.1 set). I use the system mainly for two channel stereo listening but would like to preserve the HT capability.
Have recently been considering upgrading the system, but unsure if the SQ gains would be worth it given my budget ($2-$3K). Considered replacing the mini with a dedicated streamer but leaning towards keeping it. Also considered adding in an integrated stereo amp between the receiver and the mains but again, not sure if this would up my SQ enough to justify given my budget.
Have been planning for room treatments which I am thinking should be at the top of my priority list but I thought I would do a sanity check and get some second opinions before moving in either direction. Perhaps this is a question for a dedicated audio forum but I came across some audio related posts on here and thought you guys might be able to help.
Very new to this beyond the box audio stuff and higher quality streaming in particular. Like everything in life it seems like you can take it to the nth degree and it's rather intimidating for a newbie starting out. Greatly appreciate any and all perspectives.
Have recently been considering upgrading the system, but unsure if the SQ gains would be worth it given my budget ($2-$3K). Considered replacing the mini with a dedicated streamer but leaning towards keeping it. Also considered adding in an integrated stereo amp between the receiver and the mains but again, not sure if this would up my SQ enough to justify given my budget.
Have been planning for room treatments which I am thinking should be at the top of my priority list but I thought I would do a sanity check and get some second opinions before moving in either direction. Perhaps this is a question for a dedicated audio forum but I came across some audio related posts on here and thought you guys might be able to help.
Very new to this beyond the box audio stuff and higher quality streaming in particular. Like everything in life it seems like you can take it to the nth degree and it's rather intimidating for a newbie starting out. Greatly appreciate any and all perspectives.