The Matrix Audio SS-1 Pro Audio Grade Network Switch isolates digital hi-fi components from high-frequency network noise while delivering precise, low-jitter packet timing across your entire streaming system. Built specifically for high-fidelity audio playback, this unit replaces standard consumer networking hardware with audiophile-grade clocking, linear power distribution, and complete optical isolation.Pure Sound Through Optical Isolation:Standard home routers and conventional network switches introduce stray high-frequency electrical hash into audio components through standard copper cabling. The Matrix Audio SS-1 Pro solves this issue by incorporating dual 10Gbps SFP/SFP+ optical ports alongside its high-speed RJ45 connections. Connecting your streamer or server over fiber optics severs the electrical ground link entirely, stopping digital interference before it ever reaches your digital-to-analogue converter.Pinpoint Clock Accuracy for Natural Detail:Timing irregularities in network data packets create phase jitter that can smear delicate musical cues and flatten spatial depth. The Matrix Audio SS-1 Pro features an ultra-low phase noise femtosecond clock paired with a precision radio-frequency synthesizer. For enthusiasts seeking reference-grade timing synchronisation, a dedicated 10MHz master clock input allows the switch to lock directly onto an external master clock generator.Clean Linear Power and Silent Thermal Management:Typical consumer network switches utilise noisy external switch-mode adapters that leak ripple current into nearby hi-fi gear. In contrast, the Matrix Audio SS-1 Pro features an internal linear power supply built around a custom O-core toroidal transformer, fast-recovery Schottky diodes, nearly 10,000 µF of filter capacitance, and six ultra-low-noise linear regulators. The entire assembly is housed within a rigid aluminum chassis with internal heatsinking, operating in complete mechanical silence without fans.Authorized Dealer:We are an authorized dealer for Matrix Audio, connecting you directly with genuine high-performance gear backed by the full manufacturer's warranty. Purchasing from a trusted brand partner gives you complete confidence in your digital streaming journey.Key Features and Benefits: Dual 10Gbps SFP/SFP+ Optical Ports: Delivers complete electrical isolation between network hardware and your audio player to eliminate unwanted background noise. Internal Femtosecond Clock: Keeps digital packet transmission synchronised with ultra-low jitter for a clearer, more lifelike soundstage. 10MHz Master Clock Input: Allows seamless connection to an external reference clock generator for enhanced timing accuracy. Linear Power Supply with O-Core Transformer: Supplies clean, ripple-free power directly to internal processing stages without electrical interference. Six Ultra-Low-Noise LDO Regulators: Stabilises voltage rails across individual circuit stages, preserving subtle acoustic micro-details. Fanless Aluminum Construction: Dissipates heat silently through internal heatsinks, keeping your listening environment free from mechanical noise. Technical Specifications: Network Ports: 2 x 100 Mbps RJ45 (dedicated audio ports), 6 x 2.5 Gbps RJ45, 2 x 10 Gbps SFP/SFP+ optical slots Clock Reference: Internal femtosecond clock with RF synthesizer; 10 MHz external clock input (BNC, 50 Ω) Power Supply Architecture: Internal O-core linear transformer with 6 LDO regulators and ~10,000 µF filter capacity AC Power Input: AC 100V–120V / 220V–240V 50/60Hz (auto-adaptive, < 15W) DC Power Input: DC 12V ±10% (≥ 18W, 5.5mm / 2.1mm barrel connector) Chassis Material: CNC-machined aluminum with passive internal heatsink Dimensions (W x D x H): 330 mm x 235 mm x 58.5 mm Weight: 3.4 kg
