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aurender - A20 - Music Server/Streamer/DAC

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Delve into an exquisite auditory experience with Aurender's A20, the latest in their range of analogue output music players. Best suited to digital music lovers with a massive array of digitized music, the A20 offers a potent combination of a high-performance server, streamer, preamplifier, DAC, and headphone amplifier. With a simplified design that forgoes CD ripping functionality, it flaunts world-class AKM 4497 DAC chipset for remarkable audio performance. The A20 further stands out with flexible storage options, MQA Decoder technology for unparalleled sound quality, and SPDIF and optical inputs for improved fidelity. Bask in the glory of true high-resolution sound delivered effortlessly with this superior one-box solution from Aurender.

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ℹ Product Information

Aurender A20 Music Server/Streamer/DAC

Experience the evolution of digital music with the newly launched Aurender A20 music server/streamer/DAC. This cutting-edge digital audio device redefines the relationship between music and its listeners.

Features:

  • Dual-Mono Full Decoder MQA DAC: Experience top-of-the-line sound fidelity with Aurender's advanced digital-analog-converter, designed specifically around the AKM 4497 chipset.
  • Storage customized to your needs: Accommodate hard drives (HDD) or SSD, add up to an 8TB SSD per tray for a massive 16TB of digital file storage, or leave it empty for pure streaming.
  • Full Linear Power Supply with Integrated UPS: A robust power supply system ensures stable operation under power outage conditions.
  • High-Performance Headphone Amplifier: For the finest headphone listening experience.
  • Complete Codec Support: Supports all major codecs and PCM up to 786kHz/32-bit. DSD up to 256 DoP. Native DSD up to 512.
  • User Adjustable Analog and Digital Filters: Customize the A20's sound output to perfectly complement your audio system.
  • Digital and USB Connectivity: Comes with four digital inputs (one RCA Coax, one BNC Coax, and two Optical) and two USB 3.0 ports for multiple sources.
  • Remote Internet Technical Support: A support request can be sent through the Aurender app for quick, efficient service.

Benefits:

  • Remarkable Audio Quality: The world-renowned AKM 4497 chipset and the full MQA Decoder technology result in the most exceptional sound quality possible.
  • Simplified System Complexity: The A20 seamlessly consolidates multiple audio components into one digital hub, reducing clutter, simplifying the system, and improving sound quality.
  • Ultimate Control: Control volume from the front panel, app, or provided IR remote control; adjust digital and analog filters; set up remote internet technical support; and more.
  • Massive Storage System: The option to select and customize your storage system with up to 16TB of space means you'll never run out of room for your favorite tunes.
  • Uphold High Resolution: The DAC upsample feature allows for non-DSD files to be converted to ultra-high resolution, ensuring the utmost sound quality across all types of files.
  • Versatility: The A20 functions as a preamplifier, allowing a direct connection to a stereo power amplifier or active speaker system, increasing flexibility in system setup.
  • Internet Radio: Embedded within Aurender Conductor are subscription streaming services TIDAL and Qobuz, offering a variety of musical options.

Specifications:

  • Product Model: Aurender - A20 - Music Server/Streamer/DAC
  • Design: Integrated Dual-Mono Full Decoder MQA DAC
  • Storage: 16TB of digital file storage
  • DAC Chipset: AKM 4497
  • Outputs: Balanced (XLR) / Unbalanced (RCA) Audio Outputs
  • Volume Adjustment: Front panel rotary control, Aurender Conductor app, supplied IR remote control
  • Headphone Amplifier: High-performance amplifier with a single 1/4" jack
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  • \nPrecision Clock: FPGA-Based with jitter reduction
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  • \nPower Supply Type: Linear Power Supply with Integrated UPS
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  • \nApplication Suite: Aurender Conductor App
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  • \nStorage Type: Adaptive storage, user-installed HDD or SSD
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  • \nCaching: SSD Caching
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  • \nFile Support: PCM up to 786kHz/32-bit, DSD up to 256 DoP, and Native DSD up to 512
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  • \nUpsampling: Capable of upsampling non-DSD files to 705.6/768kHz
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  • \nFilter Adjustment: User adjustable analog and digital filters
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  • \nMode: Offers a Critical Listening Mode
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  • \nConnectivity: 2x Isolated LAN Port, 4x Digital input (1x RCA Coax, 1x BNC Coax, 2x Optical), 2x USB 3.0, 1x USB AUDIO Class 2.0
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  • \nTechnical Support: Remote internet technical support
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  • \nCompatible Formats: DSD, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, M4A, APE and others
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  • \nBit and Sample Rates: PCM up to 768kHz/32bit, DSD up to 256 DoP, Native DSD up to 512
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  • \nHDD for Music Library: Tray for User Installation 2x SSD or 2.5inch HDD
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  • \nSystem and Cache: 480GB M.2 NVMe
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  • \nPower Supply: Full-Linear
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  • \nDisplay: 8.8" 1920 x 480 WIDE IPS COLOR LCD
  • Ethernet: 1x Double-Isolated Gigabit Ethernet
  • Volume Control Range: -90 dB – 0dB, 0.5 dB step, Velocity Sensitive Operation
  • Main Clock Accuracy: OCXO Based Precision Jitter Reducing Clock Generator
  • CPU: Intel N4200 Quad Core
  • UPS Feature: Internal UPS Super Capacitor Based UPS (uninterrupted power supply)
  • USB Audio Output: PCM: Up to 32bit / 768kHz – DSD: DoP Up to 128- Native DSD Up to 256
  • User Software: Aurender Conductor App for iPad, iPhone, Android Phone and Tablets
  • Dimensions: Unit with foot: 430 x 111 x 355 mm / 16.9 x 4.4 x 14.0 inch, Unit only: 430 x 98 x 355 mm / 16.9 x 3.9 x 14.0 inch
  • Weight: 31.3 lbs / 14.2 kg

In conclusion, the Aurender A20 is much more than a simple music device; it's a revolution for digital music – redefining the dynamics of purity and perfection. Encasing the fullest breadth of the digital library and promising a seamless symbiosis with your music, the A20 streamlines the audio experience into one seamless whole - a compact powerhouse. Optimized with the best in sound technology, the A20 attains a gold standard for digital music storage and performance. Whether you crave uninterrupted music bliss, soaring beats, or immersive rhythm, the A20 heralds your soundscape with effortless sophistication, all within a single unit. Embrace a one-of-a-kind auditory journey with Aurender A20. Enquire now at The Audio Tailor - voted Australia's #1 Hi-Fi store. Let us lead you to the tune of perfection. Contact us on 1300 308 711 or via email at sales@theaudiotailor.com.au to reshape your audio experience, or visit us at our Brisbane Store located at Unit 9/20 Rivergate Place, Murarrie QLD 4172. Discover more through our website: https://www.theaudiotailor.com.au/pages/contact.

ℹ Specifications
Specifications Description
Product Model aurender - A20 - Music Server/Streamer/DAC
Design Integrated Dual-Mono Full Decoder MQA DAC
Storage 16TB of digital file storage
DAC Chipset AKM 4497
Outputs Balanced (XLR) / Unbalanced (RCA) Audio Outputs
Volume Adjustment Front panel rotary control, Aurender Conductor app, supplied IR remote control
Headphone Amplifier High-performance amplifier with a single 1/4" jack
Precision Clock FPGA-Based with jitter reduction
Power Supply Type Linear Power Supply with Integrated UPS
Application Suite Aurender Conductor App
Storage Type Adaptive storage, user-installed HDD or SSD
Caching SSD Caching
File Support PCM up to 786kHz/32-bit, DSD up to 256 DoP, and Native DSD up to 512
Upsampling Capable of upsampling non-DSD files to 705.6/768kHz
Filter Adjustment User adjustable analog and digital filters
Mode Offers a Critical Listening Mode
Connectivity 2x Isolated LAN Port, 4x Digital input (1x RCA Coax, 1x BNC Coax, 2x Optical), 2x USB 3.0, 1x USB AUDIO Class 2.0
Technical Support Remote internet technical support
Compatible Formats DSD, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, M4A, APE and others
Bit and Sample Rates PCM up to 768kHz/32bit, DSD up to 256 DoP, Native DSD up to 512
HDD for Music Library Tray for User Installation 2x SSD or 2.5inch HDD
System and Cache 480GB M.2 NVMe
Power Supply Full-Linear
Display 8.8" 1920 x 480 WIDE IPS COLOR LCD
Ethernet 1x Double-Isolated Gigabit Ethernet
Volume Control Range -90 dB – 0dB, 0.5 dB step, Velocity Sensitive Operation
Main Clock Accuracy OCXO Based Precision Jitter Reducing Clock Generator
CPU Intel N4200 Quad Core
UPS Feature Internal UPS Super Capacitor Based UPS (uninterrupted power supply)
USB Audio Output PCM: Up to 32bit / 768kHz – DSD: DoP Up to 128- Native DSD Up to 256
User Software Aurender Conductor App for iPad, iPhone, Android Phone and Tablets
Dimensions Unit with foot: 430 x 111 x 355 mm / 16.9 x 4.4 x 14.0 inchUnit only: 430 x 98 x 355 mm / 16.9 x 3.9 x 14.0 inch
Weight 31.3 lbs / 14.2 kg

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