MusicBee

Point MusicBee to the NAS source folder.

Run the 'Auto-Tag by Track' tool to fill missing metadata.

Use the 'Auto-Organize' feature to move files into a folder structure: /Artist/Year - Album/Track - Title.

Check for duplicate tracks using the built-in library manager.

Connect DAC to PC.

In MusicBee Preferences, set output to 'WASAPI (Exclusive)'.

Enable 'Upsample to [DAC Max Sample Rate]' if desired.

Disable all DSP effects to maintain the pure signal path.

Install the SoundCloud/YouTube plugins.

Add streaming tracks to the local library database.

Create an 'Auto-Playlist' that mixes local favorites with recent SoundCloud streams.

Stream to UPnP/DLNA speakers via the DLNA plugin.

Install the BPM Tagger plugin.

Select the 'Dance/Electronic' genre subset in the library.

Execute 'Calculate BPM' for the selection.

Save the BPM value to the ID3v2 tag for Rekordbox compatibility.

Insert CD into the drive.

Configure secure rip settings with AccurateRip validation.

Download metadata and high-res cover art from the web via MusicBee's interface.

Rip to FLAC format directly into the library.

Open 'Auto-Playlist' manager.

Set rules: 'Genre is Jazz' AND 'Rating > 4 Stars' AND 'Last Played not in the last 30 days'.

Enable 'Live Update' to keep the playlist fresh automatically.

Sync this playlist to a mobile device.

Enable 'Theater Mode' and select a skin optimized for high-resolution displays.

Configure the 'Visualizer' to respond to audio output.

Enable the 'Mini-Lyrics' plugin for synchronized text display.

Set the player to 'Party Mode' to prevent guests from changing core settings.