Aurender's new A1000 streaming DAC offers Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect (via Chromecast audio), Bluetooth Aptx-HD, Roon, and Aurender Conductor control.
It uses the exceptional AKM 4490REQ dual-mono DAC chip and a quad-core 2 GHz ARM Cortex-A55 CPU, each powered its own low-noise linear power supply. A 2.5" 1 SSD storage slot is provided for your personal digital file collection. The rear panel now features HDMI ARC, offering greater compatibility for televisions while maintaining superior audio quality.
All of this comes in Aurender's trademark beautiful and robust aluminum chassis. You also get a full-featured remote and a 6.9” full-color display.
Variable and Fixed Output
With its premium Single-Ended RCA outputs and DAC-level lossless volume control, the A1000 can serve as a preamp, allowing direct connection to power amplifiers.
For those with a high end preamps and integrated amplifiers, simply disable the volume control in the Conductor app to convert A1000 to a fixed output, plug-and-play source component.
Digital Connectivity
Coaxial and Optical digital inputs are included for connecting additional digital sources such as a CD transport or TV. Any device connected this way will benefit from the superior sound quality of the onboard DAC.
Equipped with Coaxial and USB digital outputs, the A1000 is prepared for your future audiophile aspirations. Now you can roll external DACs into your setup with ease, allowing the A1000 to maintain streamer and server duties, even as your system evolves.
User-Installed Storage
Need a lot of capacity? Install up to an 8TB SSD! Prefer streaming over storing files? Leave the tray empty and don’t pay for storage capacity you won’t use.
Wirelessly cast sound output from a variety of mobile devices. Now you can enjoy your favorite audio seamlessly.
HDMI ARC Input
With HDMI ARC input, integrating an Aurender into your home theater is easier than ever, allowing you to enjoy exceptional sound quality from your TV’s streaming services and other connected devices.
Whether you’re enjoying background music or focusing on a critical listening session, you can put the screen down and comfortably manage your queue using the fully-equipped remote control.
Digital Inputs: COAX RCA, Optical/Toslink, USB Type B, ARC
Outputs: Stereo RCA line
Dimensions (WDH): 13. 8″ x 14″ x 3.8″
Weight: 18.3 lb. (8.3 kg)