The Audiolab 9000N sets a new standard for music streaming with its innovative platform, leveraging Audiolab's digital expertise and world-class DAC implementation. This system boasts a streamlined, intuitive user interface for a seamless experience. It supports AirPlay II, Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect, and Audiolab’s proprietary streaming app, ensuring versatile playback options to suit any listener's preferences. The 9000N App The Audiolab 9000N app provides instant access to Qobuz, Tidal, and Spotify with full Hi-res and MQA content support. Additional features include Internet radio services like TuneIn, UPnP music server integration, and compatibility with USB HDD devices. With intelligent search tools, detailed metadata, and the ability to customise playlists and folders, the app offers a user-friendly and immersive experience. Qobuz and Tidal users can easily identify Hi-res and MQA tracks, a feature that sets it apart from many other platforms. Exceptional Hardware Designed for high-performance audio, the 9000N integrates the ESS9038PRO DAC chipset for state-of-the-art digital-to-analogue signal conversion. It offers both wireless playback over Wi-Fi and wired Ethernet connections, alongside XLR and RCA analogue outputs for amplifier compatibility. Its Roon Ready certification and support for network connectivity via Ethernet or Wi-Fi enhance its versatility, making it an ideal choice for audiophiles seeking comprehensive streaming options. Superior Design and Engineering The 9000N combines robust engineering with an elegant design. Its Quad Arm® Cortex®-A53 core MCU ensures smooth operation and features album artwork caching for an enhanced visual experience. The device’s display provides full menu controls and settings, including multi-language options, eliminating reliance on the app for operational feedback. By incorporating the ES9038PRO DAC and proprietary circuitry, Audiolab maximises sound quality, offering unparalleled dynamic range and minimal distortion. The 9000N exemplifies Audiolab’s legacy of delivering refined, engaging sound and exceptional value in high-end music streaming. Specifications General Description: Network Player Design Philosophy And Core Technology: ESS Sabre ES9038Pro 32bit DACQuad Arm® Cortex®-A53 core,1.8GHz per CoreAudiolab 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 RadioRoon ReadyGapless PlaybackHigh-resolution album artwork displayUSB storage / flash drive / USB hard disk (Single-partition FAT32, exFAT and NTFS) playback4.3" (800 x 480px) IPS LCD screeniOS (11.0 or later) / Android (Android 4.0 or later) required for App control The audiolab 9000N App Features: Native support for TIDAL, MQA, Qobuz and TuneIn RadioTidal MQA icons to easily identify high-res musicQobuz high-res icons to identify high-res musicVolume controlHigh-resolution album artwork displayArtwork cachingIntelligent search functionalityMultiple Playlist complications & functionalityMultiple tag handlingComposer tag supportAlbum-grouping in playlistAutomatic internet links to artists / album / songsSaving and restoring of playlists (including Tidal and Qobuz) Inputs: 1 x Network Streaming1 x PC USB (USB Type-B)1 x Ethernet 10/100 / 1000 Base-T Ethernet1 x 12V Trigger Outputs: 1 x RCA (pair)1 x XLR (pair)1 x Optical1 x Coaxial1 x 12V Trigger (Link) Supported File Formats: DSD Lossless: DSF (DSD), DIFF (DSD), DoP (DSD)PCM Lossless: FLAC, Apple Lossless (ALAC), WAV, AIFFCompressed (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: 116dB(RCA), >120dB(XLR) Output Impedance: 120Ω General Standby Power Consumption:
