# Roon Nucleus: Music storage **URL:** \ **Category:** Network Audio\ **Created:** [March 9, 2021, 11:30pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411 "2021-03-09T23:30:03Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![paul172](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/paul172/32/308402_2.png) [@paul172](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/paul172)\ **Post date:** [March 9, 2021, 11:30pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/1 "2021-03-09T23:30:03Z")
Does anyone use a internal hard drive for music storage on your Roon Nucleus for a Roon core/endpoint? ---
**Author:** ![watchdog507](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/watchdog507/32/7301_2.png) [@watchdog507](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/watchdog507)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2021, 2:56am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/2 "2021-03-10T02:56:33Z")
No, just skinny ROON ROCK. I have a large hot rodded NAS for storage. ---
**Author:** ![Serhan](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/serhan/32/192329_2.png) [@Serhan](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Serhan)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2021, 4:21am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/3 "2021-03-10T04:21:12Z")
Hi @paul172 Initially, I got Nucleus+ to stream from Naim Uniti Core. However, I decided to add Samsung SSD storage to Nucleus and copied files to it. I have noticed a little improvement. While nucleus streams to other points in the house, my critical listening is done using its USB output into Matrix then DS DAC. ---
**Author:** ![thompsonkirk](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/2acd7d/32.png) [@thompsonkirk](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/thompsonkirk)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2021, 4:28am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/4 "2021-03-10T04:28:12Z")
I’d go for internal SSD instead of internal HD. I use a headphone system and was annoyed by the sound of a nearby external HD, so I switched to internal SSD. My audio gear crowds its space, so internal SSD took up less space than an external one, and needed no cables. And now that I’m often streaming via Qobuz, I don’t need Nucleus+ or larger SSD. Albums in excess of 2TB that I’m unlikely to listen to still live on a disconnected external HD, but they’re easy to retrieve any time I want them. Samsung 2TB 860 EVO SATA III 2.5" Internal SSD isn’t costly and functions without glitches. ---
**Author:** ![paul172](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/paul172/32/308402_2.png) [@paul172](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/paul172)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2021, 5:01am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/5 "2021-03-10T05:01:49Z")
Thanks @Serhan! I’m using a Mac Mini right now as a Roon core into my Matrix Spdif 2 into my Directstream Dac. The sound is good but for the minimal investment I’m making on a used Nucleus I’d like to see how it compares to the Mac Mini! ---
**Author:** ![Serhan](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/serhan/32/192329_2.png) [@Serhan](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Serhan)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2021, 5:14am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/6 "2021-03-10T05:14:38Z")
No experience with Mac here. I have started the file server journey with a Naim UnitiServe that was a CD player, ripper, internet radio and file server with 2TB red Seagate drive! Evo 860 noted by @thompsonkirk is recommended by Naim Audio, so I installed one in Naim Core and another in Roon Nucleus. Should you install one, please tell us how it goes. Thanks. ---
**Author:** ![paul172](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/paul172/32/308402_2.png) [@paul172](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/paul172)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2021, 5:21am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/7 "2021-03-10T05:21:02Z")
Just ordered the 2tb Samsung EVO SSD. Thank you ---
**Author:** ![Serhan](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/serhan/32/192329_2.png) [@Serhan](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Serhan)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2021, 5:22am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/8 "2021-03-10T05:22:28Z")
Wishing you the best. ---
**Author:** ![cardri](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/cardri/32/2201_2.png) [@cardri](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/cardri)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2021, 1:11pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/9 "2021-03-10T13:11:29Z")
@paul172 - I installed a 4TB Samsung EVO SSD into my Nucleus+ a few years ago and love it. A very easy install and works fantastic. ---
**Author:** ![Cutlr7](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/edb3f5/32.png) [@Cutlr7](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Cutlr7)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2021, 1:16pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/10 "2021-03-10T13:16:47Z")
I did the same, added a 4tb SSD to mine when I bought it… ---
**Author:** ![amsco15](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/amsco15/32/28_2.png) [@amsco15](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/amsco15)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2021, 2:01pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/11 "2021-03-10T14:01:45Z")
Any thoughts on the difference between Samsung SSD offerings? Why not the Pro version? ---
**Author:** ![cardri](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/cardri/32/2201_2.png) [@cardri](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/cardri)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2021, 2:14pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/12 "2021-03-10T14:14:57Z")
@amsco15 - the pro was all about reliability and bit error and I just didn’t see it. The performance for the EVO has been amazing. I had a 1TB PRO for a year, then the EVO and I saw zero performance advantage for the PRO. So, that was the reason for me getting the EVO versus the PRO. I also have (2) T5 (2TB) USB-C SSD(s) and that work great. I use one in the CT6 Cadillac and one for my cycling videos in my cycle room. never can have enough USB-C SSD(s)… 🙂 > **[Samsung 860 Evo and 860 Pro: Solid-state drives that perform well](https://www.straitstimes.com/tech/pcs/solid-state-drives-that-perform-well)** > > The Samsung 860 series of solid-state drives (SSDs) has some big shoes to fill.. Read more at straitstimes.com. Mostly write endurance, longevity - since I’m reading mostly, what is the point. I fill my SSD with files and then read them daily. I add monthly and re-write yearly at best… ---
**Author:** ![paul172](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/paul172/32/308402_2.png) [@paul172](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/paul172)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2021, 5:25pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/13 "2021-03-10T17:25:45Z")
Thanks, I was contemplating the 4TB EVO but went with the 2. I have a 1tb on my Mac mini for music storage and its only at 25% capacity so 2tb will be plenty for me. I find that a lot music I have in my collection is available in better hires versions on Qobuz. ---
**Author:** ![Serhan](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/serhan/32/192329_2.png) [@Serhan](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Serhan)\ **Post date:** [March 10, 2021, 5:40pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/14 "2021-03-10T17:40:56Z")
2TB is very good space unless your library is all DSD files. It would easily store flac rips for 3000+ CDs. I’d be lost in such a library. ---
**Author:** ![aangen](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/aangen/32/295709_2.png) [@aangen](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/aangen)\ **Post date:** [March 11, 2021, 8:27am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/15 "2021-03-11T08:27:19Z")
I have a 4tb Samsung SSD in my Euphony server and fully loaded with all my music I am using a few bits over 1tb of it. If and when I buy a new device 2tb will be the order. But I do have a 12tb drive filled with all DSD on the way so who knows? I am finally going to be able to hear DSD. Fun. ---
**Author:** ![Serhan](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/serhan/32/192329_2.png) [@Serhan](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Serhan)\ **Post date:** [March 11, 2021, 9:03am UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/16 "2021-03-11T09:03:42Z")
Hi Al, 🤔 Let’s see! 12TB would take about 60,000 DSD Tracks. Assuming each is 5 minutes, that would be 5000 hours 🧐. Assuming you spend 10 hours in front if your music system a day, spend 2 weeks with family for 🎄 , you’ll need 12 months to listen to tutti i file musicali DSD 😁 If you buy more music, you will will need more space and have your library spill over the following year 😄 \*key assumption, you do not leave your music system for the weekend ---
**Author:** ![stevensegal](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/35a633/32.png) [@stevensegal](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/stevensegal)\ **Post date:** [March 11, 2021, 1:06pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/17 "2021-03-11T13:06:52Z")
What if you find DSD is better than vinyl? Will the AirDAS be on eBay? It’s very nice, certainly a step up from the JVC. ---
**Author:** ![Serhan](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/serhan/32/192329_2.png) [@Serhan](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Serhan)\ **Post date:** [March 11, 2021, 1:32pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/18 "2021-03-11T13:32:12Z")
He used to have a Rega. I am not sure what happened to it. ---
**Author:** ![aangen](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/aangen/32/295709_2.png) [@aangen](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/aangen)\ **Post date:** [March 11, 2021, 11:48pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/19 "2021-03-11T23:48:32Z")
I still have the Rega RP10. I adore it. I never wanted to replace it. It’s the best turntable I have ever owned. I am sad I am replacing it. To it’s credit, my new tonearm alone costs nearly three times what the RP10 costs. The cartridge, nearly two times. The turntable, over eight times the cost. Will the audible differences be worth all the fuss and bother and expense? Of. Course. Not. But who cares? ---
**Author:** ![Serhan](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forum.psaudio.com/serhan/32/192329_2.png) [@Serhan](https://forum.psaudio.com/u/Serhan)\ **Post date:** [March 12, 2021, 5:42pm UTC](https://forum.psaudio.com/t/roon-nucleus-music-storage/22411/20 "2021-03-12T17:42:03Z")
You never know. Time will tell. I truly hope you’re choices would keep you happy and musically motivated.