Discovery DS-S101-G Features:
- Audiophile integrated network streamer and DAC preamplifier
- Can be used as a DAC with a preamp and also as a network streamer connected to your external DAC
- Can play different tracks to all the three zones i.e. digital out, analogue output 1 and analogue output 2
- Can read a shared network drive or folder on any other pc connected to the same home network the discovery is connected to
- Controlled by Roon Essentials remote app (e.g. 1, e.g. 2, e.g. 3) which can be used from a mobile phone or a tablet. A tablet is always preferred to browse through the whole music catalogue as roon has optimised the working of the app for a tablet
- Quad Core ARM9 Processor 1.2Ghz, 512MB of storage for the OS, 8GB of flash memory for meta data storage
- Cirrus Logic CS4398 24-Bit/192kHz DAC with Burr Brown op-amps
- Two linear power supplies, one for each set of analog outputs
- TIDAL and QOBUZ lossless music streaming services integrated into the Discovery's software
- Spotify Connect support (Output 1 & 2): listen to your Spotify tunes on your Discovery
- Full Internet Radio access through Roon's Live Radio.
Discover the World of Computer Audio Without the Computer
The Discovery Series DS-S101-G Music Server solves one of the biggest hurdles in computer audio: the computer. And it offers the power of a full music server without the need for a laptop or desktop computer. Enjoy local and streaming music, rich multi-dimensional metadata, and multi-room audio - with support for multiple synchronized zones - all with the Roon Essentials interface (e.g. 1, e.g. 2, e.g. 3) that anyone can master in a few minutes .
One Component, Infinite Sound
Adding the Discovery DS-S101-G Music Server to an existing system is simple, and adding your personal music collection is a snap. Connect either a hard drive to the rear-mounted USB port, or point the server to your Network Attached Storage device, and it will take care of the rest, organizing and gathering feature-rich metadata for your entire music collection. Don't stop there - expand your Discovery system to other rooms as well. Whether you want full functionality of an integrated amplifier, or a simple wireless speaker in the kids' room, the Discovery system is ready to grow whenever you are.
Audio Integration
Keeping in line with quality music, the lossless, high-fidelity music streaming services TIDAL and QOBUZ have been tightly integrated into the Discovery's software. Spotify Connect is also supported ensuring you will never run out of music options.
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Discovery DS-S101-G - Spotify Connect (Windows 10 screenshots) |
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Technical Information
Digital inputs:
- 1x gigabit Ethernet port
- 1x USB 2.0 port (mass storage class)
Outputs:
- 2x Analog outputs (independent zones, selectable fixed / variable output)
- 1x Coaxial output (independent zone,192kHz 24-bit)
- 1x Optical output (192kHz 24-bit)
End Point Support (Streaming Support): Discovery, Airplay, Roon End Point, Spotify Connect (Output 1 & 2)
Control and User Interface: Roon Essentials Control (e.g. 1, e.g. 2, e.g. 3) compatibility: iOS (64-bit devices) , Android (4.4 and higher) , Windows (7, 8, and 10) , Apple OSX (10.8 and higher)
Format Support:: WAV, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC, OGG, MP3, Native support for SPDIF/COAXIAL 24kHz to 192kHz
Multi-Room Support: Wired, Wireless, Synchronized audio
Playback Modes: Gapless, Crossfade, Shuffle, Repeat
Integrated Streaming Services: TIDAL, QOBUZ, Spotify Connect, Live Radio (Internet Radio)
Power Supply: 12 VDC 2A, 4.8 watts (normal operation)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 21 x 5 x 11 cm
Weight: 1.1kg
Available finishes: Silver
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