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I have a 2014 iMac, running Mojave with a Thunderbolt external drive with almost 2TB of ripped songs (AIFF) connected to iTunes. I want to update to Catalina which I know eliminates iTunes and switches to Apple Music. So - I've been looking at iTunes alternatives for my local files, as well as possible hardware alternatives to the endpoints, and a dedicated streamer alternative to using my using my iMac as my streamer. I also subscribe to Apple Music's family plan - so no hi-res music. I currently play then thtough a Cambridge Audio DacMagic Plus to Emotiva powered speakers (my office) I also stream my local library via Airplay (and an Eero mesh wifi throughout the house) to 4 endpoints - two of which are Apple Airports connected to Dacs to either powered speakers, one an Apple TV connected to a soundbar, and one of which is my main audiophile system: Mac MIni connected to a Rega Dac, Triode TRV-35SE tube amp and Joseph Audio Pulsar speakers. Here's what I need some advice on: (and what to prioritize - I have a limited budget.) Thanks! •Best iTunes alternative (Thinking about Audinirvana or Roon) to stream local files •Best for high-res streaming? Tidal? Quboz? Roon? •Best hardware for multi room with local files. I could repurpose that Mac Mini? NAS? Dedicated Streamer? NUC running ROCK •Best alternative over wifi/airplay for endpoints to connect to existing Dacs-amps-speakers.