There are two variants to the back panel. Each specific option CANNOT BE CHOSEN, either one will be dispatched. See last photo
Great option of choice for HQPlayer use.
Easily upsamples to DSD512 with selected filter/modulators and more options at DSD256.
Easily upsamples to PCM1536 with almost all filters for PCM output.
Can be installed with both Roon Server and HQPlayer Desktop, everything in just one portable unit. OS is Ubuntu Lite.
Search for and configure Roon using Roon Remote apps in Android or iOS
No display monitor connection is needed. Dummy HDMI plug is provided so it can be connected wirelessly with VNC apps in Android/iOS/Windows/Mac
Can be switched off by just pressing the power button and wait for 60 seconds – this is the standard Ubuntu shutdown procedure.
Fanless – zero noise, clean audio signal
Portable – bring it and place it within your hifi components, no worries of long cables connecting a desktop pc to a hifi system
Mini – sleek and small footprint, even better than laptop
Ubuntu OS is light and no maintenance worry as critical updates are installed automatically.
Less resources hogging than a Windows system so majority of RAM and storage are purely for audio playback.
Higher price/performance over bulky/expensive desktop for running of HQPlayer especially DSD256-512 is ample for you and DAC need.
Improve the sound even further with LPS-fed power.
Every unit from QA is reapplied with Japanese overclocking-grade thermal paste, to keep the average running temperature lower than over 10c compared to using the stock thermal paste.
Additional rubber feet beneath the unit allowed the airflow beneath the unit to massively improve, contributing to another means of better temperature control.
Only use high-quality and tested components, Crucial by Micron, for memory sticks and M2 NVME storage. Stability is definitely higher.
Mini PC has no warranty due to the inherent nature of upgradeability done possible by users themselves. But we will always be doing our best to support any technical questions or clarifications.
Lead time 9-11 days for assembly, installation and test before shipping/collection
Comes installed with Roon Server or Bridge (choose one) in Ubuntu OS Lite.
Fully plug & play by just connecting power and Ethernet (no WIFI).
Search for and configure Roon using Roon Remote apps in Android or iOS
No display monitor connection is needed. Dummy HDMI plug is provided so it can be switched off by just pressing the power button and wait for 60 seconds – this is the standard Ubuntu shutdown procedure.
Fanless – zero noise, clean audio signal
Portable – bring it and place it within your hifi components, no worries of long cables connecting a desktop pc to a hifi system
Mini – sleek and small footprint, even better than laptop
Ubuntu OS is light and no maintenance worry as crucial updates are installed automatically.
Less resources hogging than a Windows system so majority of RAM and storage are purely for audio playback.
Perfect for Roon as a Server if you are playing primarily PCM768 / DSD128 and below with no upsampling.
Cheaper and higher performance than a RPI4 even when used as a Roon Bridge.
Improve the sound even further with LPS-fed power.
Only use high-quality and tested components for memory sticks and M2 NVME storage like SK Hynix DDR5 and Colorful CN600 Pro M2 NVME instead of OEM sticks from cheaper variants. Stability is definitely higher. Can upgrade to even higher options like Crucial DDR5 and WD Black SN770 M2 NVME. Check with us for topup fee.
Mini PC has no warranty due to the inherent nature of upgradeability done possible by users themselves. But we will always be doing our best to support any technical questions or clarifications.
Lead time 12-14 days for assembly, installation and test before shipping/collection
Check out our i7 CPU unit for purpose of HQPlayer upsampling here