Aurender ACS100 Music Server/Streamer/Ripper

Step into the future of music with the Aurender ACS100 – a transcendent Music Server, Streamer, and Ripper engineered for superior audio fidelity in a sensible price bracket. Unmatched by any competitor in its class, the ACS100 delivers a multi-faceted audio experience, all conveniently controlled through the Aurender Conductor app, accessible via your iPad or Android devices. Savor effortless direct access to your music library as well as app-embedded streaming options like Tidal, Qobuz, and Spotify Connect alongside internet radio, built-in MQA Core decoding, and seamless CD ripping. The ACS100 also offers a robust setup to accommodate your increasing storage needs – not one, but two sliding trays at the back ready to house your selection of HDDs or SSDs. As a revolutionary digital music oasis, Aurender’s CD-ripping technology serves you with unparalleled sound quality in your chosen FLAC, WAV, or AIFF codecs. With the flawless extraction of CD data from an inbuilt TEAC CD-ROM drive and a one-touch operation, the ACS100 arranges your music files for instant playback. This system also provides an advanced solution to metadata editing and library management with a streamlined system to transfer files, erase duplicates, and store your media solely on SSDs for enhanced longevity. The ACS100 is more than just a music server – it’s a smart, well-rounded music system, that embraces your specific needs, delivers top-notch sounds, and promotes hassle-free music management. Whether you’re a casual listener, a discerning audiophile, or a professional in the music industry, consider the ACS100 as your next investment in your audio journey.

Features:

1. Versatile Control Interface: The ACS100 facilitates operation control through the Aurender Conductor for iPad tablets and Android devices.
2. Multifaceted Music Access: This system provides clutter-free direct access to your music alongside app-embedded Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify Connect, and internet radio.
3. Extendable Storage: The ACS100 comes with two sliding trays ready to accommodate your chosen HDDs or SSDs for your storage requirements.
4. CD Ripping: The built-in TEAC CD-ROM drive extracts data from your CDs and places the files in a user-designated folder for immediate playback.
5. Smart Tag Editor: This application includes various metadata fields that allow users to correct file tags according to their music sorting needs.
6. Caching Playback: This innovative method of digital audio file playback reduces mechanical and electrical noise and promotes wear and tear resistance.
7. I/O Ports: The USB Digital Audio Class 2.0 output and USB 3.0 data ports facilitate speedy data transfers.
8. CD Ripping Software: The custom engineered software ensures technically superior rips and accurate metadata retrieval.
9. Top-Tier Audio: All major codecs are supported, including PCM up to 384kHz/32-bit and DSD up to 256 DoP.
10. MQA Core Decoder: This optional upgrade allows for “first-level” MQA unfolding to play MQA files at up to 88.2 or 96 kHz into non-MQA certified DACs.

Benefits:

1. Easy Navigation: Control and navigate through your music library effortlessly with the Aurender Conductor app.
2. Wide Variety of Music: Access your favorite songs, albums, or playlists from diverse sources such as Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify Connect, and internet radio.
3. Flexible Storage: Accommodate your growing storage needs comfortably with the ACS100’s extendable storage option.
4. Best-In-Class Rips: With the ACS100’s unique CD-ripping engine, enjoy best-in-class, high-quality sound files.
5. Personalized Library Management: Correct music file tags and manage data fields according to your preferences for more organized music sorting.
6. Reduced Audio Jitter: Experience jitter-free audio playback due to the caching playback feature.
7. Wide Compatibility: The ACS100 can function as a music server/streamer with its USB Digital Audio Class 2.0 output when connected to an external DAC.
8. High-Quality CD Rips: Relish superior, bit-perfect CD rips made possible with its uniquely engineered software.
9. Unprecedented Audio Quality: Capture the true essence of every detail in your music with top-tier audio support.
10. Enhanced Audio Resolution: The optional MQA Core Decoder upgrade enables better unfolding of MQA files for an enhanced auditory experience.

 

Specification	Details
Product	ACS100 Music Server/Streamer/Ripper
Operational Control	Via Aurender Conductor for iPad tablets and Android devices
Features	Direct access to music, app-embedded Tidal and Qobuz streaming services, Spotify Connect, internet radio, MQA Core decoding (optional), CD ripping, advanced metadata editing and library management
Storage	Two sliding trays for HDD or SSD installation
CD Ripping	High-quality ripping with automatic metadata retrieval
Tag Editing and Library Management	Smart Tag Editor for metadata modification and duplication check
Caching Playback	Two drive system for storing and playing back library
Aurender Conductor App	For full-function control
ACS Manager Companion App	For managing system settings
CD Ripping	State-of-the-art automatic CD ripping with error detection and correction
I/O Ports	USB Digital Audio Class 2.0, USB 3.0 (front panel, rear), USB 2.0 (rear), isolated LAN port
HDD Storage Capacity	Customizable by the user
Power Supply	19V power supply with integrated “super capacitor” UPS
Support for High-Resolution Formats	Supports all major codecs
MQA Core Decoder (optional in-app purchase)	Enables “first-level” MQA unfolding
Automated Ripping	Yes
CD-ROM for Ripping	Yes (TEAC Slot-Load Type)
Digital Audio Output	USB 2.0, Digital Audio Class 2.0
CPU	Intel N4200 Quad CPU
System Memory	8GB
SSD for System and Cache	240GB
Material	Machined Aluminum
Finish	Silver or Black
Software	Aurender Conductor App for iPad, iPhone, Android Phone, and Tablets
Dimensions	8.5 x 3.9 x 10.1 inch (unit only), 8.5 x 4.4 x 10.1 inch (unit with foot)
Weight	11.0 lbs / 5.0 kg