Aurender A1000 cache Streaming dac preamp

Aurender A1000 Network Player

The Aurender A1000 is a versatile, high-performance network player designed to bring together streaming, digital inputs and analogue output in one compact, modern component. With a wide range of connectivity options and intuitive control, it offers a straightforward way to build or upgrade a high-quality audio system.

Key features:

• all-in-one network player with built-in DAC
• AKM4490REQ dual-mono DAC
• RCA analogue outputs with variable or fixed mode
• HDMI ARC input for TV integration
• USB and coaxial digital outputs
• coaxial, optical, USB and ARC digital inputs
• Bluetooth AptX-HD and Google Cast audio
• quad-core ARM processor
• 6.9” full-colour display
• Aurender Conductor app + remote control

Design and performance:

The A1000 is designed to simplify system integration while maintaining strong audio performance. Its dual-mono DAC architecture delivers a clean, detailed and natural sound, while the dedicated linear power supplies for both DAC and CPU help maintain low noise and stability.

With its flexible output options, the A1000 can act as a source component, digital preamplifier or streamer within a growing system.

Noise and signal integrity:

• full linear toroidal power supply
• separate low-noise supplies for DAC and processing
• FPGA-based clocking for reduced jitter
• clean signal path for analogue output

These design choices ensure clarity, stability and consistent performance across all inputs.

Connectivity:

• RCA analogue outputs (variable or fixed)
• USB digital output (external DAC support)
• coaxial digital output
• coaxial digital input
• optical (Toslink) input
• USB Type-B input
• HDMI ARC input for TV audio
• ethernet connection

This wide range of inputs and outputs allows seamless integration with TVs, CD transports, DACs and amplifiers.

Streaming and wireless:

• TIDAL Connect
• Spotify Connect
• Google Cast (Qobuz, YouTube, Deezer and more)
• Bluetooth AptX-HD
• Aurender Conductor app control

Storage and flexibility:

• single user-installable 2.5” SSD slot (up to 8TB)
• no storage required for streaming-only use
• external USB storage support

Technical highlights:

• PCM support up to 32-bit / 768kHz
• DSD support up to DSD512 (native)
• quad-core ARM Cortex-A55 processor
• 4GB RAM
• NVMe caching for stable playback

Display and control:

• 6.9 inch full-colour IPS LCD display
• shows album artwork and track information
• front panel controls + Bluetooth LE remote
• Aurender Conductor app (iOS and Android)

Power and reliability:

• linear power supply for low noise operation
• efficient power consumption
• stable integrated hardware/software design

What’s included:

• Aurender A1000 network player
• Bluetooth remote control
• power cable
• documentation

On demonstration at the Spinning Room, Farsley.

The A1000 is ideal for users who want a flexible, modern digital hub with strong connectivity. With HDMI ARC, wireless streaming options and both analogue and digital outputs, it works equally well in traditional HiFi systems and more lifestyle-focused setups.