The Lumin U2X Network Transport provides dedicated digital audio transmission through an isolated USB audio architecture, optical network isolation, and precision 10M clock synchronization. Engineered without an onboard digital-to-analogue converter, this transport focuses entirely on streaming pure digital audio signals to your DAC without electrical interference.Solid Aluminum Construction for Signal Purity:Milled directly from a solid block of aluminum, the Lumin U2X chassis provides rigid structural integrity and heavy shielding against mechanical and electromagnetic interference. By encasing sensitive processing circuits inside thick metal walls, internal digital pathways remain completely protected from external noise. This robust single-billet build extends to the external dual-toroidal power supply, physically separating raw mains power from sensitive processing boards to provide an ultra-quiet backdrop for modern music servers and network players.Advanced Clock Synchronization and Optical Isolation:Precise digital timing ensures that digital music preserves its natural acoustic timing and imaging. The Lumin U2X incorporates dedicated 10M clock inputs and outputs, enabling exact synchronization with external reference clocks to reduce timing jitter. Digital network pollution is eliminated through an optical fibre network interface alongside a dual-network configuration with an integrated switch, ensuring digital audio data transfers cleanly without noise from household routers.Isolated Digital Outputs and High-Performance Processing:A dedicated, galvanically isolated USB digital audio port delivers clean digital data directly to external DACs. Powered by high-speed processor architecture, the Lumin U2X natively plays high-resolution DSD512 and PCM768 music files with optional upsampling up to DSD256. System volume is adjusted with built-in Leedh Processing, preserving full dynamic range and fine audio details without digital rounding errors at lower listening levels.Authorized Dealer:We are an authorized dealer for Lumin. Purchasing from a trusted brand partner ensures your unit includes full manufacturer warranty coverage and access to knowledgeable technical guidance throughout your high-end listening journey. Solid Billet Aluminum Chassis: Shields delicate digital circuits from physical vibration and airborne radio-frequency interference. External Dual-Toroidal Power Supply: Keeps electrical power noise completely isolated from internal streaming circuits. Dedicated Isolated USB Output: Prevents ground noise from transferring into your external DAC. 10M Master Clock Input and Outputs: Provides exact timing synchronization with master clock generators to minimise jitter. Optical SFP Fibre Network Interface: Eliminates electrical network interference coming from household routers. Native DSD512 and PCM768 Playback: Delivers uncompressed studio-master resolution for lifelike music playback. Leedh Processing Lossless Volume Control: Maintains digital audio clarity and dynamic range across all volume levels. Dual-Network Ports with Built-in Switch: Connects directly to network-attached storage units or passthrough devices without additional hardware. Technical Specifications: Product Type: Network Music Streaming Transport Supported DSD Formats: Native DSD512 (22.5MHz, 1-bit) Supported PCM Formats: PCM 44.1kHz–768kHz, 16–32-bit, Stereo Upsampling Capabilities: DSD256 upsampling option; PCM 384kHz upsampling option Digital Audio Outputs: 1x Dedicated isolated USB output (up to DSD512 native, PCM 768kHz 32-bit), 1x Optical SPDIF, 1x Coaxial RCA, 1x Coaxial BNC, 1x AES/EBU balanced Clock Inputs & Outputs: 1x 10MHz Clock Input (BNC, 50/75 ohm auto-detect), 2x 10MHz Clock Outputs (BNC) Network Connectivity: 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T), 1x SFP Optical Gigabit Ethernet port Storage Inputs: 2x USB 2.0 ports for external hard drives and flash memory (FAT32, exFAT, and NTFS) Streaming Support: Roon Ready, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, Spotify Connect, AirPlay, UPnP AV Volume Control: Leedh Processing digital volume control algorithm Chassis Finish: Raw brushed aluminum or black anodised aluminum Main Unit Dimensions (W x D x H): 350mm x 345mm x 60mm Power Supply Dimensions (W x D x H): 100mm x 315mm x 55mm
