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Building your own NAS with a dedicated GPU seems like the optimal choice, ensuring flexibility and customization to meet your specific requirements for 4K and 8K UHD video, high-res audio, and transcoding needs. An i7 or i9 CPU, along with RAID 6 for a balance between performance and redundancy, would be fitting. For a ready-made solution, consider the QNAP 74 series, featuring robust options with i7/i9 CPUs, providing a streamlined approach to your multimedia aspirations. Check out the NAS Finder tool for further guidance in narrowing down your choices: NAS Finder Tool. Happy building or buying!

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