Streaming systems are ideal If you're building a set up from scratch because they contain an amplifier and streaming functionality in a single box. Stream audio from PC, NAS drive, smart device or online services like Spotify and Tidal. Just add bookshelf or floorstanding speakers. We also sell hi-fi streamers which don't incorporate amplification and can be plugged into your hi-fi amplifier. Alternatively, for streaming system with multi room capabilities, see multi room systems.

Music streaming has the final word in convenience, it grants listeners access to thousands of global radio stations along with music stored on your computer, network attached storage or from internet radio channels. While top-in-class sound arguably comes from a hi-fi streamer paired with a hi-fi amplifier, however these all-in-one solutions come relatively close at a lower cost.

If the model does not feature CD replay, you can still enjoy your CD collection by adding a separate CD player and your vinyl library by integrating a turntable with a matching phono stage. Many of these streaming systems also include the ability to stream music from a Bluetooth enabled source. If it doesn't, you can add a separate wireless streamer.