Use Naim Mu-so Qb without network?

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Would it be possible to use Naim Mu-So Qb without connecting it to network, only connected to a computer? Im thinking about getting one to use at work.

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You could connect via a USB dac, so pc > dac > line in on qb. I do that in the office into our mu-so.

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Im using a Chord Mojo DAC today at work

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In that case, the mojo can feed the stereo jack input (3.5mm socket).

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Thanks Robert, is there a better way to feed a Qb than 3.5mm? That you recommand? I would like to get the best out it.

And maybe a Qb version 2.0 is coming soon?:slight_smile:

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Plug an AirPort Express into it, and connect to it via your own wireless network.

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But that’s connecting it to a network which the original poster specifically wishes to NOT do…

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I want to know a way to use it without network, because i dont know if my company allow me to setup my own or use company network.

And my work computer need to be connected to the company network.

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Does it not have a usb port ?

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I was surmising that he might not be able to use his work network, in which case having his own seems to me like a solution.

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I find the 3.5mm socket perfectly good; it’s the only line in available and I’ve found it not to be compromised. I used my mojo too but now leave a less expensive USB dac plumbed in; I’m lucky that my desk is near the muso so don’t have to trail wires around.

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You can plug in an Apple iPod or iPad via USB and play from that. You can also play from a USB stick, although navigation is a bit limited to forwards or backwards on the playlist. On one or two occasions where I’ve wanted to have a Mu-So playing music without any available network, plugging in an iPad and playing from iTunes worked well. However, there is a caveat. You can only set up the bass shelf and loudness via the app, so you’ll need to get this done and set up while on a network…

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Possible to connect directly an iPhone directly to Qb via wifi/bluetooth and use the app?

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AFAIK the App requires a wifi network connection.

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Thanks for the info Naimers! Now i know a little more about how this will work:) I think I will go for a Qb at work.

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Yes this is how I use my Qb if I’m away from home and can’t connect to a WiFi network (like in a holiday cottage). You set up any old WiFi router and let your phone running the Nain app to connect to it. Then you can properly browse through a big memory stick, or as I did last summer when I took my UnitiCore on holiday too, browse that.

Best
David

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As i understand I can use the Qb with my Chord Mojo DAC from my computer with a 3.5mm minijack. And then play music from my computer. Think would be the best solution for me.

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Yes, that’s why I suggested an AirPort Express, as it allows control

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You can use an optical digital cable to connect if your computer has a suitable output, or an analogue input. This will not allow full control of the Muso, but it depends what you want to play through it.

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@ChrisSU, I’m thinking of playing Tiday from my computer, and hopefully Roon later, if they open for internet streaming.

Your idea with an airport express is a god idea, maybe this would be the best solution after all.