INNUOS music servers

INNUOS STORY
Innuos was founded in 2009 in the United Kingdom with the vision that you don’t need to sacrifice sound quality nor be a technology wizard to enjoy the convenience of Digital Music at your fingertips. This vision can only be achieved through the combination of three core principles:

Perfect Synergy Between Hardware and Software
Our multi-disciplinary team combines expertise in Computer Hardware, Audio Hardware, Networking and Software Engineering to create our products end-to-end.

Open Platform
Digital Audio is a fast-evolving area, with new products being constantly introduced in the market. Instead of designing closed solutions, we build our products to be open, allowing integration with the most popular Hi-Fi and Multi-room products in the market.

Customer-Driven Research and Development
By working closely together with end users and partners alike, we really understand what different customers require in a music solution. This has been driving our research and development since day one.
PULSE series

The new Innuos PULSE series brings you the Innuos experience whether you want to mostly play music from streaming services like Qobuz or TIDAL or whether you just want another zone in your home connected to your main music server. The Innuos PULSE Network players can be used in two different modes:

– On Standalone mode, you are able to use the Innuos Sense app to play streaming services, Internet Radio and music stored on a NAS to a multitude of audio systems. In this mode, the network player becomes the centre of your audio system, enabling also to use the Sense app with other streamers on your network. You will benefit from all the features of the Sense App including: 

  • TIDAL and Qobuz integration including Artist Bios, Related Artists, Top Tracks and more. 
  • Ability to manage TIDAL and Qobuz albums together with albums stored on a NAS for a unified Music Library 
  • Internet Radio with easy preset creation 
  • Radio Paradise 
  • Ability to search tracks playing on Internet Radio / Radio Paradise on Streaming Services 
  • Fast Integrated Search through Streaming Services and music on a NAS 
  • Easy creation of playlists from multiple streaming services and music on NAS 
  • Possibility to integrate BBC Sounds, Spotify Connect and Airplay connectivity based on the provided Logitech Media Server platform 
  • Curated and Configurable Smart Mixes based on your music 
  • Home Screen widgets on the app to access your favorite features at the touch of a button 

– On Endpoint Mode, the PULSE Network Players connect to a main Music Server, be it an Innuos Music Server, Roon Core, HQ Player or any Logitech Media Server based server. The PULSE will then show as a zone on the respective music server app and you will use that app to browse and play music on the Pulse Network Players. 

PULSEmini   $ 1 249

Network Player

The PULSEmini is our entry-level music player but its sound is anything but entry-level. Following on the design of our acclaimed ZEN Series, the PULSEmini features a chassis with a front panel bead-blasted and anodised from the best grade aluminium for a perfect finish, complemented cover painted from automotive-grade finishing.  

PULSEmini has the power and reliability to run innuOS Operating System specifically configured for optimal music playback: 

  • Custom-designed motherboard with an Intel quad-core processor 
  • Industrial-Grade SSD module specifically for the Operating System with power-loss protection, Low Density Parity Check ECC engine and Global Wear-Levelling technologies  
  • 4GB of highly reliable Industrial-Grade RAM 

PULSEmini outputs PCM up to 32bit/768MHz as well as up to DSD512 via USB to compatible DACs. It further complements its digital outputs with analog RCA, coaxial and optical SPDIF outputs capable of up to 24bit/192KHz.

PULSE $3 249

Network Player

The PULSE raises the bar by integrating our new custom RECAP2 LPSU power supply, designed in collaboration with Dr. Sean Jacobs, bringing in a smoother and more organic sound that you can enjoy for hours without fatigue. The RECAP2 uses only high-grade components such as: 

  • Medical-grade filtered IEC 
  • Audio-grade toroidal transformer with epoxy-filled centre for dampening vibration, magnetic screening with coated SYN-SHIELD copper tape between windings and wrapped in black Mylar Tape 
  • Over 40000 uF of high-end Mundorf Capacitors 
  • Coilcraft Inductor 

The PULSE further adds to the PULSEmini by having 8GB RAM for handling even larger music library databases and has an AES/EBU output instead of RCA for further connectivity with audio systems. 

PULSAR $ 6 899

Network Player + USB Reclocker

The PULSAR is the star of our PULSE Series. Sporting a full bead-blasted and anodised high-grade aluminium chassis yet the best is still reserved for the inside.  

Packing a custom ARC6 module with Active Rectification, over 130000  uF of Mundorf Capacitors followed by a Mundorf Silver Gold Oil output cap, a large inductor and a massive 300VA audio-grade toroidal transformer. 

Instead of SPDIF and AES/EBU outputs, the PULSAR offers an optimised USB output to take sound quality to a whole new level by incorporating a PhoenixUSB Lite Reclocker. This is powered by a custom DC4 CX Regulator Module with Audionote KAISEI capacitors for a smooth yet fast and detailed sound. 

The innuOS Operating System’s SSD is also upgraded to a SLC (Single-Level Cell) module, as opposed to the more common TLC (Triple-Level Cell) for the best durability and lower operating power noise. 

Overall, the PULSAR will deliver you a large, deep soundstage with incredible instrument separation and true-to-life sound textures that brings true musical emotion to your home. Listen to what you have been missing! 

PULSEmini will be available in black finishing whilst PULSE and PULSAR in both Black and Silver finishing.
The recommended price for PULSE series will be the following:

Controlled via Innuos Sense App

innuOS allows complete Music Library management using a tablet or smartphone

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PhoenixNET

Audiophile-grade Network Switch

Designed from the ground up for network audio

Typical IT network switches/routers are designed with the sole purpose of taking data from A to B with a noise floor and precision that is “enough” for the rate of transmission. This is fine for data networks but when sensitive components such as DACs and Pre-Amplifiers are involved, it will have an audible impact on sound quality

The PhoenixNET is the realization of Innuos’ philosophy of simplicity and signal purity applied to the network switch. Having started with improvements to the Ethernet ports’ clock on our flagship Statement, Innuos has now taken the concept to the next level with a completely new network switch design that focuses exclusively on audio use.Download Brochure

PhoenixNET – $3,799.

Design is focused on 4 areas: Noise, Clock, Power and Vibration.

Minimise Network Switch Noise

  • Simpler 100mbps network switch chip results in lower operating noise floor compared to Gigabit
  • Network switch chip with no internal switching regulators. All 3 independent voltages supplied by internal Statement-grade linear power supply with independent ultra-low noise regulation.
  • Massive individual Network Isolation Transformers to further isolate from noise coming from router or connected devices
  • Just the right amount of Individually shielded, high quality ethernet ports soldered directly to the board with no ethernet activity lights as blinking leds introduce considerable electrical noise.
  • EMI absorption at the right places so that interference produced can be captured before influencing other components.

Increase Clocking Precision and Stability

Using the same 3ppb 25MHz OCXO oscillator as used in the Statement, individually powered by its own linear power supply and connected directly to the network switch chip, avoiding precision losses from using external master clocks.

Provide Pristine Power to the Components

2 independent Statement-grade linear power supplies with Mundorf Caps to power individually the OCXO clock and the mainboard, keeping the power path short with less opportunity for EMI contamination.

Minimise Vibration on Components

Vibration was managed at 3 levels: Anti-Vibration feet tuned to the resonant frequency of the chassis, top cover treatment to convert vibration captured from sound waves into small amounts of heat and sturdy RJ45 ports with silicone connection to the chassis.

INNUOS

 

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Innuos PhoenixUSB reclocker rises

Tuesday, September 3, 2019

Launching at the Rocky Mountain show this month the Innuos PhoenixUSB reclocker is designed to upgrade the performance of network servers by providing three functions. It’s a USB regenerator, a linear power supply and an external master clock with its own linear power supply. The tech behind these elements is derived directly from Innuos’ flagship Statement network server, one the finest examples of its kind.

The key elements of the PhoenixUSB consist of a USB chip regenerating the signal contains no switching regulators. All three independent voltages to the chip originate from an independent linear power supply with further regulation provided by three sets of LT3045 regulators. A 3PPB OCXO clock running directly at 24MHz and connected via a board track just a couple of inches away from the USB chip. This is so that no precision is lost within cables and connectors, as is the case when using an external master 10MHz clock with an additional 24MHz clock generator.

It has two independent Statement-level linear power supplies, one dedicated to the OCXO clock and the other used for powering the USB chip/5V USB line. While designed to enhance the performance of Innuos servers its USB input means that it should work with a range of network servers. A sample has been requested. 

PhoenixUSB Reclocker  $3,799. 

 

PHOENIXUSB RECLOCKER

BREATHE NEW LIFE INTO YOUR DAC

RECLOCK AND REGENERATE THE USB SIGNAL FROM ANY SOURCE

The PhoenixUSB Reclocker takes the USB signal from any source and completely regenerates it to an extremely high-precision signal to feed into your DAC, allowing it to perform at its best.

The PhoenixUSB offers in one unit the equivalent of 3 separate components: A USB regenerator, a linear power supply and an external master clock with its own linear power supply.

Innuos applied 3 main design approaches learning from their experience with the Innuos flagship music server, the STATEMENT:

The USB chip regenerating the signal contains no switching regulators. All 3 independent voltages to the chip originate from an independent linear power supply with further regulation provided by 3 sets of LT3045 regulators.

The use of a 3ppb OCXO clock running directly at 24MHz and connected via a board track just a couple of inches away from the USB chip. Therefore, no precision is lost within cables and connectors, as is the case when using an external master 10MHz clock with an additional 24MHz clock generator.

Two independent Statement-level linear power supplies, one dedicated to the OCXO clock and the other used for powering the USB chip/5V USB line.

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HiFi: Innuos Zen Mini MKIII Review with Phoenix USB Re-Clocker and LSPU.

 

HiFi: Innuos Zen Mini MKIII Review with Phoenix USB Re-Clocker and LSPU.

By Steve Huff

Hello all fans of HiFi Audio. Today I will be posting another review of two products in HiFi that have really made me appreciate what a digital streamer setup under $5k can really do. For the last few weeks I have been running an Innuos Zen Mini MKIII streamer with the brand new Innuos Phoenix USB Re-Clocker and it has been an enjoyable experience.

(and I did buy both of these pieces after I evaluated them and compared them to what I had on hand, as well as other options).

OUR SERVERS

ZEN MK3 MUSIC SERVERS

 

The new ZEN Mk3 Music Server Series brings in exciting new improvements in sound quality based on trickle-down technology from our award-winning ZENith SE:

  • Custom motherboards with custom firmware on all servers
  • Analogue (RCA) and Digital outputs (Optical/Coaxial) to the ZENmini
  • New Dual-Linear PSU design for the ZEN and Triple-Linear PSU with Mundorf Caps for the ZENith, both designed by Dr. Sean Jacobs
  • Asymetrical Anti-Vibration feet for the ZEN and ZENith based on the ZENith SE
 
 
 
 
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ZENMINI MK.III STD

1TB (HDD) – $1,599.

2TB (HDD) – $1,749.

4TB (HDD) – $1,999.

Designed for music lovers who mostly want to enjoy music on Multi-room and entry-level Hi-Fi systems.
 

Optional Linear PSU for ZenMini MkII MkIII $949.

and bundled with ZenMini $899.

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ZENMINI + LPSU

  • CD Ripper, NAS and Streamer
  • Compact design with quiet, fanless operation
  • Versatile HiFi connectivity with analog and digital outputs
  • Roon Core and Endpoint
  • Custom audio treated components
  • Linear Power Supply designed by Dr. Sean Jacobs
  • Darko

    ZENmini Mk3 & LPSU gets high marks from Darko Audio!

    The combination receives praise for its performance and value, Whether used as a transport or via its analog output, the double-stack offers gratifying sound with a particularly strong sense of spaciousness – I can’t think of anything in this price class which can touch it in that regard. Combined with the features and functionality on offer, we end up with a rather compelling device which represents “trickle down” technology at its very finest.

    READ DARKO FULL REVIEW >

    NOV 2019

  • HiFi+

    This is a cogent, powerful server that is both upgradable and very good in its own right. What’s not to like?

    The ZENmini Mk3 receive a great review from HiFi+, praising the ZENmini Mk3 for its versatility, value, and performance while the addition of the LPSU moves it from ‘good general purpose music server’ to ‘low-cost powerhouse’.

    READ HIFI+ FULL REVIEW >

    NOV 2019

     

    Glowing review of the ZENmini Mk3 and LPSU by HiFi Einsnull!

    The ZENmini Mk3 and LPSU combination receive an excellent review from German magazine HiFi Einsnull, who praise it for the flexibility, operation, sound quality and price, placing it among the best compact servers on the market.

    READ EINSNULL FULL REVIEW (DE) > READ HIFITEST.DE FULL REVIEW (DE) >

    NOV 2019

ZENmini S

1TB (SSD) $2,049.

2TB (SSD) $2,299.

4TB (SSD) $2,649.

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ZEN MK.III STD

1TB (HDD) – $3,149.

2TB (HDD) – $3,299.

4TB (HDD) – $3,549.

Ideal for Hi-Fi enthusiasts with large music libraries, looking for improved sound stage and rhythm.
  • The Hans Beekhuyzen Review | Innuos Zenith MK3 Review

    Innuos Zen MK3 Music Server

    There are many companies that offer music servers, often based on standard motherboards and run-of-the-mill housings. Innuos is not one of those. They use their own motherboard, housing and firmware, all designed for low noise – both acoustically and electrically. And it’s versatile, does LMS, UPnP, Sonos and Roon. Yep, also Roon Core.

    JUN 2019

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    Complimentary review of ZEN Mk3 from fairaudio.de

    The ZEN Mk3 receives a great review from German review site Fairaudio, who praise the ZEN for its high functionality, uncomplicated usability, attractive design and excellent sound quality.

    READ FULL REVIEW >

    NOV 2019

    ZEN Mk3 awarded Best of HiFi Einsnull 2019

    APR 2019

     

    Innovation Engine

    HiFi Vision commends the value for money of the ZEN Mk3 thanks to the wonderful operation, wide number of features, and its great sound.

    READ FULL REVIEW (DE) >

    APR 2019

  •  

    A short film about the Innuos ZEN MK3

    John Darko provides a great review of the ZEN Mk3, along with a fantastic discussion on the world of high-end Digital Audio.

    READ FULL REVIEW (EN) >

     

  •  

    Outstanding review from HiFi Einsnull

    The ZEN Mk3 receives a fantastic review from German HiFi magazine HiFi Einsnull, recommending the ZEN Mk3 to any digital audio enthusiast due to its many features and exceptional sound.

    READ FULL REVIEW (DE) >

     

  •  

    HiFi-IFAs awards full 6/6 to ZEN Mk3

    The ZEN Mk3 receives full marks from German blog HiFi-IFAs, who praise the ZEN for its intuitive operation and natural, spacious sound.

    READ FULL REVIEW (DE) >

 
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ZENITH MK.III STD

1TB (SSD) – $5,399.

2TB (SSD) – $5,799.

4TB (SSD) – $6,599.

8TB (SSD) – $8,199. 

Our flagship model, designed for Audiophiles who want to extract all the detail and dynamics out of their music on high end hi-fi systems.
  •  

    The Innuos ZENith Mk3 is the ZEN Mk3 on steroids. It is also a one box server/streamer solution of high quality.

    Hans Beekhuyzen has followed up on his comprehensive ZEN Mk3 video review by taking a look at the next model up in the range – the ZENith Mk3.

    It keeps surprising me to what degree sound quality can be improved by taking more care when sending a digital signal over USB to a DAC – and the ZENith Mk3 does a damn good job doing just that.

    NOV 2019

  • Innuos Zenith MK3 Review, Headphone Reviews and Discussion

    Hi-Fi Choice give Recommend Award to ZENith Mk3

    UK publication Hi-Fi Choice have awarded their coveted Recommended badge to the ZENith Mk3, praising the unit for having a potent and flexible spec with one of the best interfaces going, whilst it also delivers outstanding performance that will inspire confidence even for those starting out in network audio, and so should be near the top of any shortlist.

    READ FULL REVIEW (EN) >

    JUL 2019

  •  

    5-Star Review from Head-Fi.org

    The ZENith Mk3 received a revelatory review from audiophile headphone-enthusiast site Head-Fi.org, who praise the ZENith for its substantial convenience benefits and the significant sound quality gains to be had by using a digital transport solution like the Innuos Mk3.

    I would highly recommend auditioning the Innuos line of music servers and for those looking to incorporate a music server into their system, be sure to add Innuos to your shortlist.

    READ FULL REVIEW (EN) >

    MAR 2019

    STATEMENT

    MUSIC SERVER

    Our flagship server, designed to take Digital Audio to a new level of performance.
    A state-of-the-art source for the most discerning audiophiles.

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One Server.
Zero compromise. Beyond Digital.

Zenith Statement –

1TB (SSD) – $16,700

2TB (SSD) – $17,100

4TB (SSD) – $17,900

8TB (SSD) – $19,500 

NEXT-Gen PSU

1TB (SSD) – $21,700

2TB (SSD) – $22,100

4TB (SSD) – $22,900

8TB (SSD) – $24,500

The new ZENith Statement builds on the award-winning ZENith Special Edition, which was considered by many as one of the best sounding digital sources to date.

the ZENith Statement takes Digital Audio to a new level by innovating a number of areas:

Double encloSure linear power Supply

  • New power supply architecture designed in partnership
    with Dr. Sean Jacobs.
  • Separately enclosed AC/DC conversion stage to isolate transformer vibration and EMi emissions.
  • Regulation stage within main system enclosure to shorten the clean DC power path.8 inDepenDent power railS
  • Reduces electrical noise generated by regulators’ voltage conversions.
  • An individual dedicated power supply for each critical component.cuStom DeSigneD componentS
  • innuos-designed USB board with a dedicated 5V power line.
  • independently powered 3ppb OCXO clock for higher precision and lower phase noise.
  • Custom motherboard exclusively designed for innuos.the ZENith Statement’s world premiere will be at Axpona in Room 674, where innuos will partner with renowned American hiFi brands such as YG Acoustics, Audio Research, and transparent Audio to bring visitors a unique experience that will challenge common beliefs about Digital Audio.the innuos team will be on hand in Room 674 as well as in Room 470 (US Distributor Well Pleased Audio Vida).
 
 
 

Powered by innuOS

innuOS allows complete Music Library management
using a tablet or smartphone

New Linear Power Architecture

Partnering once again with Dr. Sean Jacobs, a new power supply architecture was designed exclusively for the Statement. The power supply is distributed between two enclosures, with one enclosure containing the AC/DC conversion stage and the other containing the regulation stage together with the server components.

The advantage is clear: regulated “clean” power traverses a very short path, soldered point to point, with the least impedance and exposure to EMI. This is superior in efficiency compared to a traditional architecture where a separate power supply is used – regulated “clean” power needs to go through more obstacles of internal cabling, output connectors, cable, input connectors and more internal cable before it reaches its destination.

8 Independent Linear PSU Rails

Each critical component of the server receives its own dedicated power supply from one of the 8 independent power rails, further preventing component cross-contamination. Of particular note is the use of a dedicated power supply for each of the Ethernet and USB high-precision OCXO clocks, ensuring these clocks work at their best.

Custom-designed Ethernet
and USB Re-clocker

Not fully satisfied with existing USB and Ethernet re-clocking designs, Innuos designed in-house their own boards for this purpose. At the heart of the design are 3 principles: The use of very high-precision OCXO clocks for timing the signals, extreme care in powering important components preventing cross-contamination, and extremely short paths between components.

While the use of OCXO clocks is not new, the way they are powered and the layout of the board has proven to be extremely important for their performance. As an example, dozens of USB controllers were analysed in terms of how they were powered and clocked so that they allowed this control to be done externally. The USB Controller is regulated by no less than 3 ultra-low noise regulators, one per independent voltage.

Keeping the clock very close to the controllers, via a dedicated track on the board itself, helps to avoid the losses in signal quality that come with the use of external clock units.

10mm CNC-machined
Aluminium Chassis

Housed in a casing of 10mm-thick CNC-machined aluminium, the Statement is not just a pretty face. The thick metal enclosure helps to isolate external EMI, and its weight helps dampen harmful vibration into the system. By using a double-enclosure design, it also helps to contain the vibration effects of the massive 540VA toroidal transformer at its heart.

Custom-designed Motherboard

The motherboard has been fully EMI-optimised to our own exclusive design by, removing any unnecessary, noise-generating components capable of compromising audio. A fully-customised BIOS ensures the hardware works at its lowest noise without impairing performance. Further EMI treatment is then applied to the motherboard so that EMI is absorbed rather than reflected to other components.

Tech Specs

  AUDIO OUTPUTS
Digital Output Re-clocked USB 2.0 supporting USB Audio Class 2
DoP, Native DSD and MQA
Re-clocked dedicated Ethernet Streamer Port
  CONNECTIVITY
Ethernet 2 x rear panel RJ45 – Bridged Gigabit Ethernet
USB 2x USB 2.0 (1x re-clocked, 1x non-reclocked), 1x USB 3.0 (Backup)
  FORMATS
CD Formats Red Book
Disc Compatibility CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Audio format for stored CDs FLAC (zero compression), WAV
Audio Formats Supported for streaming and playing WAV, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC, AAC, MP3, MQA (with supported DACs)
 
  SAMPLE RATES
Sample Rates 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4KHz. 192kHz, 352.8KHz, 384KHz , up to DSD128 via DoP, Native DSD on selected DACs
Bit Depths 16bit, 24bit, 32bit
  USER CONTROL INTERFACES
Web Interface Web Browsers from iOS, Android (4.0 and up) or up-to-date Windows and OS X browsers
Mobile App for iPhone/iPad, Android and Windows 10
  HARDWARE
CD/DVD drive TEAC Slot-loading drive
Hard Drive 1TB SSD with Vibration and EMI treatment
CPU Intel Quad Core N4200
Memory 8GB DDR3 Low-Voltage RAM (4GB Dedicated for RAM Playback)
  STREAMING AND CD STORAGE
UPnP/DLNA Integrated UPnP Server
Streaming Services Qobuz, Spotify Connect, Tidal, Internet Radio
Roon Compatibility Roon Core and Roon Bridge
Average CD Storage Time 5 minutes
CD Metadata FreeDB, MusicBrainz, Discogs, GD3
Compatible Music Systems Sonos Multi-room Wireless Music System
DLNA/UPnP compatible devices
USB DACs complying to USB Audio Class 2
USB DACs supporting DSD over DoP protocol
Selected USB DACs supporting Native DSD
  REQUIREMENTS
Network Internet connection to access album metadata when storing CDs, Internet Radio, Streaming Services and software updates
Network router with at least one available ethernet port
Premium subscription required for some streaming services such as Spotify, Qobuz and Tidal
Recommended App (USB Connection Only) iPeng 9 (iOS), OrangeSqueeze (Android), Squeeze Control (Windows 10)
  POWER
Mains Supply 230V AC / 115V AC – 8x Internal Linear Power Supply
Power Consumption 20W when idle, 35W peak
  PHYSICAL
Dimensions Main: 90 x 420 x 350mm (H x W x D)
Power: 110 x 420 x 350 (H x W x D)
Weight Main: 8.2kg
Power: 13.4kg
In the box Innuos Statement Music Server
Mains Cable
2x 0.3m umbilical interconnect
2m Ethernet Cable
Quick Start Guide: english / german
 

Reviews

 

The Statement makes it in to the HiFi+ list of
Top 100 products from the past 20 years!

Taking the already excellent ZENith SE platform to its conclusion, the two-box music server from Innuos is proving to be a tough act to beat in today’s music server world.

Hi-Fi+ Top 100 • APR 2019

 

HiFi+ Award Statement the Music Server of the Year 2018

The Statement wins the HiFi+ Music Server of the Year, who found that even the briefest of exposure to the ZENith Statement shows you are in the presence of something special.

The Hi-Fi+ AWARDS 2018 • Dec 2018

 

Statement awarded 5-stars from The Ear

The flagship Statement server streamer receives a full 5-Star review from The Ear, impressed by its transparent and open sound quality.

The Statement is a more subtle source than most, its qualities are those of omission, it leaves out the distortion so that the music can come through. In this and all other respects this Innuos is a genuine state of the art component, put it on your ‘must hear’ bucket list straight away.

Read Full Review (the-ear.net) > • Dec 2018

 

Powered by innuOS

innuOS allows complete Music Library management
using a tablet or smartphone

READ MORE

New Linear Power Architecture

Partnering once again with Dr. Sean Jacobs, a new power supply architecture was designed exclusively for the Statement. The power supply is distributed between two enclosures, with one enclosure containing the AC/DC conversion stage and the other containing the regulation stage together with the server components.

The advantage is clear: regulated “clean” power traverses a very short path, soldered point to point, with the least impedance and exposure to EMI. This is superior in efficiency compared to a traditional architecture where a separate power supply is used – regulated “clean” power needs to go through more obstacles of internal cabling, output connectors, cable, input connectors and more internal cable before it reaches its destination.

8 Independent Linear PSU Rails

Each critical component of the server receives its own dedicated power supply from one of the 8 independent power rails, further preventing component cross-contamination. Of particular note is the use of a dedicated power supply for each of the Ethernet and USB high-precision OCXO clocks, ensuring these clocks work at their best.

Custom-designed Ethernet
and USB Re-clocker

Not fully satisfied with existing USB and Ethernet re-clocking designs, Innuos designed in-house their own boards for this purpose. At the heart of the design are 3 principles: The use of very high-precision OCXO clocks for timing the signals, extreme care in powering important components preventing cross-contamination, and extremely short paths between components.

While the use of OCXO clocks is not new, the way they are powered and the layout of the board has proven to be extremely important for their performance. As an example, dozens of USB controllers were analysed in terms of how they were powered and clocked so that they allowed this control to be done externally. The USB Controller is regulated by no less than 3 ultra-low noise regulators, one per independent voltage.

Keeping the clock very close to the controllers, via a dedicated track on the board itself, helps to avoid the losses in signal quality that come with the use of external clock units.

10mm CNC-machined
Aluminium Chassis

Housed in a casing of 10mm-thick CNC-machined aluminium, the Statement is not just a pretty face. The thick metal enclosure helps to isolate external EMI, and its weight helps dampen harmful vibration into the system. By using a double-enclosure design, it also helps to contain the vibration effects of the massive 540VA toroidal transformer at its heart.

Custom-designed Motherboard

The motherboard has been fully EMI-optimised to our own exclusive design by, removing any unnecessary, noise-generating components capable of compromising audio. A fully-customised BIOS ensures the hardware works at its lowest noise without impairing performance. Further EMI treatment is then applied to the motherboard so that EMI is absorbed rather than reflected to other components.

 

Powered by innuOS

innuOS allows a complete Music Library management using a tablet or smartphone. Ripping CDs, importing music, editing album data (including covers) and backing up your music library can all be easily done easily without the need for a PC.

innuOS also contains many intelligent features to help organise your Music Library such as our rule-based music import engine or the Assisted CD Ripping mode.

INTELLIGENT CD RIPPING

Bit-Perfect Ripping

Using AccurateStream technology, extract every last bit of your CDs into WAV or FLAC files.

Automatic CD Ripping

Just pop-in a CD! innuOS will automatically get full album data and cover from multiple online databases, rip your CD and eject when done.

Assisted CD Ripping

Assisted CD Ripping allows you to see and edit all the album data and cover obtained from the online databases before you rip the CD. Great for Classical Music!

Quiet Mode

Love to listen to music whilst ripping your CDs and want absolute silence? Just engage Quiet Mode for slowing down ripping, making it much quieter and with less vibration.

Offline Ripping

CDs can be ripped without internet connection. When connected, album data and cover for all offline ripped CDs will be obtained with a simple click.

DIGITAL MUSIC IMPORT

Import Wizards for Existing Libraries

Pre-defined wizards for importing music from USB storage, Music Servers and NAS.

Intelligent Import Engine

innuOS takes all the hard work of importing music by intelligently analysing the music files and applying a number of rules such as:

  • Organising the music based on format quality (compressed, cd quality or high-resolution), Artist and Album
  • Removing very long file names or illegal characters
  • Adding metadata to WAV files based on folder structure

Download from Online Stores

Qobuz, Linn Records, HD Tracks, HiResAudio, B&W Society of Sound, iTunes, Amazon and more. Just download the music files (even if they are in a zip or tar file) to the Auto Import shared folder and the server will take care of adding and updating the music library.

MUSIC LIBRARY MANAGEMENT

Edit or Delete Albums

Browse your library, select the album you want to update and just start editing directly on your tablet or smartphone. You can change the cover, manage genres based on previously used genres or simply delete the album – couldn’t be easier.

Quarantine

Quarantine is a staging area, separate from the Music Library, where any albums requiring attention are placed so they can be fixed before they go into the Music Library. These include:

  • Albums with no metadata
  • Ripped albums with damaged tracks
  • Potentially duplicated albums
  • Albums ripped offline

Automatic Music Library Update

After music is added, modified or deleted, the library is automatically updated as well as any connected systems such as Sonos or UPnP Streamers.

MUSIC SERVER MANAGEMENT

Automatic Network Identification

No more figuring out IP addresses find your server. Just go to my.innuos.com on your tablet or smartphone to list all Innuos devices on the network and access the innuOS App from there.

Remote Updates

Update the system with a touch of a button to benefit from our continuous improvements: new functionalities, enriched customer experience or enhanced sound quality.

Automatic Backup to USB Drive or NAS

Backup of your music library can be set on innuOS to start automatically based on library growth (e.g. every time 50 CDs are added) to either a USB backup drive or to a NAS on the network.

HI-FI MUSIC PLAYER

Rediscover Your Music and Discover New One

Play all your music as well as Internet Radio and streaming services with the best sound quality by connecting directly to a DAC or Digital Amplifier via asynchronous USB.

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Supports All Major Music Formats

The innuOS Music Player plays FLAC, DSD, MQA, WAV, Apple Lossless, AIFF, M4A and MP3 supporting bitrates up to 32bit/384KHz and DSD256, when connecting to compatible DACs

Playback from NAS

Play music stored on an external NAS drive.

Roon-Ready Player

The innuOS Music Player can optionally become a Roon-Ready player so you can use the amazing Roon interface to explore your music like never before.

Find out more about Roon integration

STREAMERS AND MULTI-ROOM SYSTEMS

Perfect Integration with Sonos

innuOS can automatically connect its music library to a Sonos system at the touch of a button as well as automatically rescan the Sonos Music Library when any album is added, modified or deleted from the Music Library.

Fast and Reliable UPnP Server

innuOS also contains a UPnP Server configured out-of-the-box to work flawlessly with a number of UPnP-based systems:

  • Wireless multi-room speakers such as Bang & Olufsen, Denon HEOS, BOSE and many others
  • Music streamers from Naim, Linn , Moon, Auralic and many others

Roon Server

innuOS will also optionally integrate Roon Core* so you can use innuOS with other Roon-Ready streamers for a complete multi-room system.

* A Roon license, purchased separately, is required

Find out more about Roon integration

Home Automation

innuOS can be integrated with the most popular home automation control systems such as RTI, Control4, KNX, AMX, Elan, Crestron and iRidium.

Still got questions?

Contact the Innuos team for unbiased advice about which server is best suited to your specific needs. And don’t forget, all our servers are backed by our “love it or return it” satisfaction guarantee.

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