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Here's how to improve the sound of Bluetooth streaming audio...

Published about 1 year ago • 1 min read

Hi Everyone,

Most audio gear released today has a Bluetooth connection option allowing you to easily stream music.

I recently spent a couple of weeks comparing two new wireless streamers, the Arylic S10 and the WiiM Mini.

Following the review, I found it hard to go back and listen to streaming music via Bluetooth as everything sounded thin and flat.

Why? Well, Bluetooth audio has to compress the audio signal much more than a wireless streamer which is connected to your home's wifi, providing more bandwidth, allowing for higher resolution streaming.

Wireless streamers help bring the life back to music, especially if you listen with services like Apple Music and Tidal. They allow you to hear better bass performance and more detail without having to crank the volume knob because you just can't quite hear that guitar solo you remember in your favorite song while listening via Bluetooth.

Even better, these wireless streamers are extremely affordable.

Personally, I prefer the sound of the WiiM Mini and its ability to connect it to an external DAC, but I also really like the options, like a remote control, that are provided with the Arylic S10.

If you'd like to add a wireless streamer to your setup, but not sure which is right for you, you can read my blog post comparing the two or watch my YouTube review:

Arylic S10: Is It Better Than The WiiM Mini?

If you are interested in purchasing either unit, you can use my Amazon affiliate links below which allows me to earn a small commission that is invested back into buying more gear for review:

Arylic S10 (on sale for just $80!)

WiiM Mini (on sale for just $90!)

My goal with Forever Analog is to improve the playback experience for music lovers who might not have the time to try out new products.

Upgrading from Bluetooth streaming to wireless is a quick and easy way to get better sound!

Thanks for reading...

Aaron

Forever Analog

Aaron Hartley

I review home audio products on my blog and YouTube channel, along with tips and tricks to get the best sound possible out of your home stereo!

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