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AudioLab 9000N - Network Player Streamer
Immerse yourself in an unparalleled auditory experience with the AudioLab 9000N, the quintessence of high-fidelity streamlining, fashioned in synergy with Lumin's distinguished craftsmanship. This pinnacle network player streamer is the answer to any audiophile’s quest for purist sound and seamless streaming. Its technological bravura, an app-based, wireless system complete with a Roon Ready badge, beautifully integrates within the exalted AudioLab 9000 series.
With fervor, after three years of meticulous engineering, an ascendant player is heralded, boasting an inbuilt SABRE DAC to curate an audio scape that’s as vast and clear as the cosmos. Revel in visual harmony with its crisp 4.3-inch color screen, eschewing passé streamer design for a lucid digital canvas that showcases album art in vibrant full-color displays, making the AudioLab 9000N a paragon of sensory delight.
Delight in operational supremacy that extends beyond mere play; its mesmerizing display options, including the real-time decibel ballet of VU meters, speak of a grander design philosophy that converges form and function without a whisper of compromise. This versatile marvel not only streams with Wi-Fi autonomy but caters to the purists with detailed wired connections, all while embracing the broadest digital audio spectrum with evident ease. It’s not merely a streamer; it's the apex of high-fidelity streaming intelligence, beckoning you to discover your music anew with AudioLab's renowned sonic artistry—that now, with the arrival of the 9000N, harnesses the full potential of the airwaves to deliver an experience that transcends the auditory into the sublime.
Features:
- Premier Audio Technology: The AudioLab 9000N comes with an inbuilt ES9038PRO Sabre DAC, derived from ESS Technology's flagship range, showcasing HyperStream II architecture for unparalleled dynamic range with the lowest possible distortion.
- Seamless Streaming Capabilities: Fully integrated Roon Ready capabilities and Wi-Fi connectivity for a comprehensive wireless streaming experience. Supports Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, TuneIn radio, and UPnP music server systems.
- Full MQA Decoding: The device includes a built-in certified MQA full decoder, essential for hi-res audio streaming and offering the full 'three unfold' process for an authentic music experience.
- Cutting-edge Core Processor: Powered by a Quad ARM Cortex-A53 core MCU at 1.8 GHz ensuring brisk and stable operation, including efficient album artwork caching.
- Visual Engagement: A 4.3-inch IPS color display screen provides bright and crisp album art representation, accompanied by a variety of playback information and settings, enhancing the user experience and aesthetic.
- Luxurious Connectivity Options: Versatile compatibility with a wide array of digital and analogue output options, including RCA, XLR, Optical, Coaxial, and 12V Trigger.
- Tailored Post-DAC Filter: A proprietary circuitry aligns perfectly with the ES9038PRO DAC, optimizing its capabilities and delivering a pristine audio signal.
- Diverse File Format Support: Extensive support for multiple audio file formats including DSD, FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, and compressed audio such as MP3, ensuring playback for virtually any audio file.
- Ergonomic and Sophisticated Design: Elegantly constructed with rotary controls and a minimalist interface, synchronizing with the 9000 series elements for a unified aesthetic.
- Intelligent App Control: The dedicated AudioLab 9000N App provides streamlined control, intelligent search, playlist management, and direct streaming service integration, ensuring a compelling user interface.
Benefits:
- Optimal Listening Experience: The Sabre DAC, coupled with meticulous engineering, delivers an expansive soundstage enwrapped in rich, detailed audio that satisfies the discerning ear of an audiophile.
- Effortless Streaming: Enjoy your favorite music wirelessly with ease thanks to stable streaming technology, providing direct access to high-resolution content from popular music services.
- Unadulterated Musical Precision: MQA decoding offers a pure, master-quality audio experience, ensuring you listen to the music precisely as the artist intended.
- Responsive Performance: The high-speed, robust processor ensures smooth operation and rapid access to your beloved album artwork, enhancing gratification in both audio and visual domains.
- Sophisticated Visual Interface: The vibrant display enriches the user experience by bringing your music library to life visually, augmenting the enjoyment of every melody.
- Universal Connectivity: Whether you prefer analog or digital outputs, the 9000N’s vast array of connections caters to any setup without sacrificing audio quality.
- Audio Purity Preserved: Custom filter circuitry guarantees the DAC's full potential is exploited, creating an impeccable, distortion-free audio output.
- Unrestricted Playability: Supports all your music, no matter the format, ensuring a seamless playback experience across all your digital collections.
- Streamlined Aesthetics and Functionality: Function meets form in a sleek design that embraces intuitiveness without clutter, creating an enjoyable user experience while maintaining an air of elegance.
- Complete Command at Your Fingertips: Take control of your audio experience with an intuitive app that simplifies navigation, selection, and organizes your music with intelligent features for a personalized listening journey.
Incorporating the cutting-edge AudioLab 9000N into your sonic ecosystem not only elevates your listening experience with its advanced audio capabilities but also simplifies the way you interact with your music, making it a luxurious staple in the world of high-fidelity streaming technology. Embrace the future of audio magnificence with the AudioLab 9000N—a masterpiece co-created with Lumin—that now graces the esteemed collection at The Audio Tailor, Australia’s #1 Hi-Fi Store. As you stand on the cusp of sonic evolution, let fidelity and fluidity become one in your personal soundscape. With the direct support of our passionate experts at The Audio Tailor, exceptional after-sales service, and the assurance of dealing with a titan in the high-fidelity audio retail space, bringing the 9000N into your life is an investment in aural excellence. Unlock a world where music breathes with purity and precision, and every note is a testament to the dedication behind its design. The final act in your quest for acoustic perfection awaits—dare to let the AudioLab 9000N, amply supported by Lumin's illustrious heritage, transform the act of listening into an art form. Visit us in person at our Brisbane store, or reach out through call or email to engineer your tomorrow’s soundscape today. This isn’t just sound; this is the symphony of the future—available now at The Audio Tailor.
Specifications
Model | 9000N |
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General Description | Network Player |
Design Philosophy And Core Technology | ESS Sabre ES9038Pro 32bit DAC, Quad Arm® Cortex®-A53 core, 1.8GHz per Core, Audiolab 9000N Streaming technology (IEEE 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac, 2.4/5GHz), UPnP AV protocol with audio streaming extension (Open Home), Built-in Certified MQA Full decoder (via streaming & PC USB), Native support for Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, MQA, Qobuz and TuneIn Radio, Roon Ready, Gapless Playback, High-resolution album artwork display, USB storage / flash drive / USB hard disk (Single-partition FAT32, exFAT and NTFS) playback, 4.3" (800 x 480px) IPS LCD screen, iOS (11.0 or later) / Android (Android 4.0 or later) required for App control |
App Features | Native support for TIDAL, MQA, Qobuz and TuneIn Radio, Tidal MQA icons, Qobuz high-res |
ℹ Specifications
Specifications | Details |
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Model | 9000N |
General Description | Network Player |
Design Philosophy And Core Technology | ESS Sabre ES9038Pro 32bit DAC, Quad Arm® Cortex®-A53 core, 1.8GHz per Core, Audiolab 9000N Streaming technology (IEEE 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac, 2.4/5GHz), UPnP AV protocol with audio streaming extension (Open Home), Built-in Certified MQA Full decoder (via streaming & PC USB), Native support for Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, MQA, Qobuz and TuneIn Radio, Roon Ready, Gapless Playback, High-resolution album artwork display, USB storage / flash drive / USB hard disk (Single-partition FAT32, exFAT and NTFS) playback, 4.3" (800 x 480px) IPS LCD screen, iOS (11.0 or later) / Android (Android 4.0 or later) required for App control |
App Features | Native support for TIDAL, MQA, Qobuz and TuneIn Radio, Tidal MQA icons, Qobuz high-res icons, Volume control, High-resolution album artwork display, Artwork caching, Intelligent search functionality, Multiple Playlist compilations & functionality, Multiple tag handling, Composer tag support, Album-grouping in playlist, Automatic internet links to artists/album/songs, Saving and restoring of playlists (including Tidal and Qobuz) |
Inputs | 1 x Network Streaming, 1 x PC USB (USB Type-B), 1 x Ethernet 10/100 / 1000 Base-T Ethernet, 1 x 12V Trigger |
Outputs | 1 x RCA (pair), 1 x XLR (pair), 1 x Optical, 1 x Coaxial, 1 x 12V Trigger (Link) |
Supported File Formats | DSD Lossless: DSF (DSD), DIFF (DSD), DoP (DSD), PCM Lossless: FLAC, Apple Lossless (ALAC), WAV, AIFF, Compressed (lossy) Audio: MP3, MQA |
Sampling Frequency | PCM: 44.1kHz-768kHz (705.6kHz / 768kHz Fixed-point supported via Audiolab 9000N App streaming), DSD: DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD512 (Native) |
Digital Section | Digital Output Voltage: 500mV +/- 50mVpp, Output Impedance: 75Ω, Frequency Response: -0.01dB (20Hz-20kHz, ref.1kHz), Max. Sampling Frequency: 192kHz / 24bit, Digital Outputs: 1 x Coaxial, 1 x Optical |
D to A Converter Variable Output Voltage | 0 – 2.05V |
DAC | ES9038Pro |
Frequency Response | +/-0.5dB (20Hz - 20kHz, ref.1kHz) |
Total Harmonic Distortion | <0.001% (1kHz @ 2.05Vrms) |
Max. Sampling Frequency | 768kHz / 32bit |
Signal-to-noise ratio (A-weighted) | >116dB(RCA), >120dB(XLR) |
Output Impedance | 120Ω |
General Standby Power Consumption | <0.5W |
Net Weight | 6.2kg |
Gross Weight | 8kg |
Dimensions (mm) (W x H x D) | 444 x 89 x 333 |
Carton Size (mm) (W x H x D) | 514 x 470 x 161 |
Finish | Black / Silver |
Power Requirements(depending on region) | 220-240V ~ 50/60Hz, 100-120V ~ 50/60Hz |
Safety Regulation Conformity Standard | - |
Accessories | Power Cord, Remote Control, User Manual |