Looking for something to stream spotify to my AV receiver..

michty_me · 24 Jun 2021 at 20:02

I've got a fairly old Sony STR-DH810 receiver and usually just play music thriough YouTube to the TV which inputs to the receiver. I'm looking at connecting my phone via another means to stream the likes of spotify if required.

Whats recommended? A bluetooth receiver or such like?

michty_me · 24 Jun 2021 at 22:58

tom_nieto said:
The cheapest and easiest way to do this IMO is an Echo Dot which can be connected by a 3.5mm to RCA lead. For a digital (optical) output you could use an older Apple TV and airplay from your phone.

I never really thought of that. Could be one way of doing it I suppose

MrRockliffe said:
What’s your budget? There are a few options

I don't really have a budget, happy to spend the money for a nice solution.

simc1978 said:
Google's chromecast audio works great for me although they've stopped making them and consequently they seem to be going up in price.

I may look into that option. I've a pixel 5 so assume it may work better with that?

michty_me · 24 Jun 2021 at 23:11

MrRockliffe said:
You can’t buy Chromecast Audios anymore unfortunately Only on eBay, where prices are heavily inflated.

I believe Yamaha offer a product with musicast built in

Thanks, I'll have a look into that! Hopefully it will be a nice little setup!

michty_me · 24 Jun 2021 at 23:58

So whats the best option for now? A second hand Chromocast or go for the Yamaha?

michty_me · 4 Jul 2021 at 22:59

I've ended up ordering a Chromecast audio from CEX for £40. I didn't see the point in opting for the Yamaha for the amount of times I'm actually in there really.

michty_me · 5 Jul 2021 at 13:54

As above, I've ordered a Chromecast audio for £40.
If I decide I need something more substantial, I'll likely change to the Yamaha WXAD-10.

Thanks everyone!