Media Server Reviews

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Description: Streamer-server running Audirvāna Studio software (3-year software license included). Physical inputs: Network—Ethernet (10/100/1000Mbps) and Wi-Fi (2.4 and 5GHz bands). Audio outputs: USB DAC output (galvanically isolated and reclocked) supports rates up to PCM 32/384 and DSD up to DSD128 (DoP) and DSD512 (native); UPnP (network) supports rates up to PCM 32/384 and DSD up to DSD128 (DoP) and DSD512 (native); Chromecast (rates not specified). Internal storage: 2TB NVMe SSD included (stores Audirvāna database and user preferences); additional NVMe slot available—2TB NVMe SSD tested (for a total of 4TB of storage). External storage: USB 3.0 inputs (one USB-A, one USB-C) for USB drives and USB keys; NAS capable. Sources: Internal and external local files; Qobuz, Tidal, HIGHRESAUDIO, Presto Music, and internet radio streaming. Supports Last.fm music tracking and MusicBrainz metadata retrieval. Digital Signal Processing: Upsampling up to DSD256 (SoX/r8brain algorithms); 10-band parametric EQ; Convolution; Crossfeed; Balance; Audio Scan (sound quality metrics for all sources including streaming music).
Dimensions: 9.8" (250mm) W × 2.8" (70mm) H × 9.8" (250mm) D. Weight: 10.6lb (4.8kg).
Finishes: Silver or Black.
Serial number of unit reviewed: DSAS2511066. made in France. Firmware: v21; Audirvāna Studio v3.0.2 was used in this review.
Price: $8900. Approximate number of US dealers: 10. Warranty: two years, parts and labor.
Manufacturer: Métronome Technologie, France. US contact: Wynn Audio Corp., Unit 31, 20 Wertheim Ct., Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 3A8, Canada. Tel: (212) 826-1111. Email: info@wynnaudio.com. Web: wynnaudio.com.