Auralic Aries S 1 Streaming Transporter, black

Auralic Aries S 1 Streaming Transporter, black

ARIES S1 has the flexibility to connect music stored locally, or from online services such as Amazon Music Unlimited, KKBox, TIDAL, Qobuz. Our advanced Lightning streaming platform lets you take advantage of features like On-Device Playlists, Memory Caching, Gapless Playback, and Bit-Perfect Multi-Room functionality. ARIES S1 offers a plethora of processing features aimed at optimizing the audio signal: high-quality resampler, parametric equalizer, speaker placement compensation and loudness leveling. For the first time in the ARIES lineup, this product can process incoming signals from digital or USB inputs. Leveraging its onboard Tesla G3 platform, the ARIES S1 processes the signal, effectively removing jitter and artifacts before applying user-selected processing features to enhance the audio quality. The processed signal is then output via digital or USB connection, ensuring an enriched listening experience that remains faithful to the original source.

Flexibility to Explore

ARIES S1 offers multiple input choices, enabling you to use your preferred music playback software effortlessly. It is 100% compatible with OpenHome based control software like BubbleUPnP and Linn Kazoo, as well as being a certified RoonReady endpoint for optimized performance within your Roon ecosystem. Enjoy the convenience of TIDAL Connect and Spotify Connect support, and experience seamless compatibility with Apple AirPlay 2 protocol. Elevate your music experience with the ARIES S1 - where choice meets premium audio performance.

Bigger system memory and data storage means fluid audio signal processing and support for even more advanced features at higher resolution.
 
Lightning DS is the ultimate control app designed exclusively for our streaming devices. Experience the power of seamless music management with our user-friendly interface, putting you in complete control. Browse and play your favorite tunes from various sources, including local files, streaming services, and internet radio, all with ease. Our app's intuitive layout and efficient navigation make it a must-have for audiophiles and music enthusiasts alike.
 
Dual 60fs Femto Clock

With a dedicated, low-noise 0.8uV power supply to minimize phase noise and keep it as quiet as it is accurate, our 60 Femto Master Clock is amazingly precise for less jitter, and immaculate sound. Its 60 femtosecond cycles — that’s 60 quadrillionths of a second — set a new standard for signal timing. Temperature-regulated for consistent performance, this clock is always there to keep things rock-steady.

Smart-IR Control

Smart-IR Remote Control lets your AURALiC device map its functionality onto any remote you’d like. Just let the device know which remote you prefer, and all of its operations (play/pause, volume control, track select, etc.) can be assigned to buttons just the way you like them.

2nd Gen GalvanicUSB

GalvanicUSB bypasses the noisy USB power supply to improve sound quality. Precise re-clocking reduces jitter, and brand-new galvanic isolation provides even more protection against EMI noise. The 2nd Gen GalvanicUSB enhancing compatibility with a wide range of DACs and ensuring a more refined audio experience

Specifications

Streaming File Formats

• Lossless: AIFF, ALAC, APE, DIFF, DSF, FLAC, OGG, WAV and WV
• Lossy: AAC, MP3, MQA* and WMA

Sampling Rates

• PCM: 44.1KHz to 384KHz in 32Bit**
• DSD: DSD64(2.8224MHz), DSD128(5.6448MHz), DSD256(11.2896MHz), DSD512(22.57892MHz)***

Control Software

• AURALiC Lightning DS for iOS
• AURALiC Lightning DS for web browser (device settings only)
• OpenHome compatible control software (BubbleUPnP, Kazoo)
• Roon (Roon Core required separately)

Audio Inputs

• Digital Input: Coaxial, Toslink (2), USB Audio
• Streaming Inputs: Network shared folder, USB Storage, USB CD Drive, UPnP/DLNA Media Server, Amazon Music Unlimited, HighResAudio, KKBOX, Qobuz Sublime+, Netease Music, TIDAL/TIDAL Connect, AirPlay, Spotify Connect, TuneIn, Internet Radio, Roon Ready****

Audio Outputs

• Digital Outputs: AES/EBU, Coaxial, Toslink
• USB Output: USB Host to compatible DAC *****

Network

• Wired: Gigabit Ethernet

Power Consumption

• Standby: <0.5W
• Sleep: <10W
• Playback: 25W at max.

Dimensions - W x D x H

• 20.7cm x 29cm x 8.5cm (8.1 x 11.4 x 3.3 in.)

Weight

• 4.0kg (8.8 lbs)

Product Finishing

• Anodized aluminum case in matte black

Contents

• AURALiC S1 Streaming Processor
• Power cord
• Quickstart Guide

* AURALiC streaming devices can act as a passthrough for unaltered MQA files to a customer's own MQA-certified DAC for downstream processing.
** 352.8KS/s and 384KS/s and 32bit are supported through USB Output only
*** By 'DoP V1.1' or native DSD protocol
**** Roon Ready available upon completion of certification
***** 'Compatible DAC' means a DAC not requiring a driver for Linux system