"Chris J Dixon" wrote in message
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My hi-fi system dates way back, and is built of separates (1). It
includes an FM tuner, and by means of an additional selector can
take inputs from TV (2) or computer. There are speakers in all
three downstairs rooms.

Much of the time I am listening live to R4 or R2, otherwise
downloaded podcasts or my own music collection, all of which has
been copied to MP3. R6 music (via TV) only on Sunday morning for
Cerys.

I am wondering if it is time to replace or add to the radio
tuner, with something that will also cope with DAB, maybe even
internet radio. Is this worthwhile, or more bother than it is
worth? Are things changing so fast that anything I buy would risk
being obsolete, or of little use, in a short time.

(1) Though in truth record deck and tape player are pretty much
retired now.

(2) Freeview plus Roku 3



If you want to listen to Internet radio download Ramaradio and use
that as the source using your PC feed. It has the advantage that it
can handle HD radio - or it did last time I tried (I think.)
TapinRadio is another good listener.

However as others have said you can no longer listen to BBC national
stations by this method (local radio still works though.) I understand
get_iplayer is a Linux package so is no use for Windoze - the only way
in Windows is to go to either iPlayerRadio from the iPlayer page, or
go to the station page and select Listen now.

In terms of kit, if it still works OK and you like the sound of it why
change. For example I have a pair of Wharfedale Dentons from decades
ago but for a relaxed smooth sound they still take some beating.

If you want to update have a look see what Richers have to offer -
especially NAD amps as they have loads of inputs.


--
Woody

harrogate3 at ntlworld dot com