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Aurender A1 15th Anniversary Edition






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Aurender A1 15th Anniversary Edition
To mark Aurender’s 15th anniversary, we proudly present the A1 15th Anniversary, a special edition music server that embodies our dedication to musical purity and engineering excellence. Limited to 300 units worldwide, this model sets a new standard in analog performance.
Redefining Digital Music Playback
Engineered for a rich, engaging sound, the A1 15th Anniversary showcases our uncompromising “sound-first” design philosophy—ideal for discerning audiophiles.
15th Anniversary Edition Details
• Limited to 300 units worldwide - featuring a commemorative gold plate
• Ergonomic rotary remote controller that combines tactile feedback with elegant functionality
Quad DAC Architecture
• Features four AKM4499EX DAC chips for superior channel separation and natural tonality
• Aurender’s proprietary analog output stage preserves detail and dynamics
• R2R volume control ensures precise, transparent adjustment without signal loss
Comprehensive Streaming Support
• Native compatibility with Google Cast, AirPlay, TIDAL Connect, Spotify Connect, Qobuz, and Roon Ready — no external devices required
Versatile Input Connectivity
• Supports Bluetooth (lossless), HDMI eARC, I2S, AES/EBU, SPDIF (Coaxial/Optical), USB-Audio — for seamless system integration
Premium Headphone Output
• Equipped with 3.5mm and 6.3mm unbalanced outputs, and a 4.4mm balanced output
• The robust analog stage effortlessly drives high-performance headphones, delivering exceptional clarity and control
Specifications
Basic HW Specs | |
SoC / Memory | RK3588 (Octa-core) 2.4Ghz, 8G/32G |
Casing | 16.9" full size (8T) |
Dimension | 16.9"W x 14"D x 5.25"H |
Front display | 8.8″ 1920×480 IPS LCD |
NVMe | 480GB PCI3.0x |
Power | Full Linear Toroidal |
Clock | OCXO & FPGA high precision |
DAC | AKM4499EX Quad (2x/CH) |
Headphone Amp | Yes |
Ethernet | 100/1000 (Gigabit) |
Buttons/ Jog | 1x Power/ 7x Buttons/ 1x Volume Jog |
Streaming Inputs | |
Summary | G-cast/ BT/ ARC/ SPDIF-in/ USB-in/ SSD |
G-cast builtin | 1x HW module |
BT | AptX-Lossless |
HDMI - ARC | Yes |
2.5″ tray | 2x 2.5″ tray for SSD/HDD |
Digital Inputs | |
Coaxial/ Optical/ USB | 1x/ 1x/ 1x |
AES-EBU IN | 1x |
I2S IN | 1x |
USB IN | 1x |
Clock Input | |
External Clock IN | 10Mhz BNC |
Analog/ Digital Outputs | |
Coaxial OUT | 1x |
USB OUT | 1x |
Analog OUT | 1x XLR, 1x RCA |
Other IO/ Headphone Outputs | |
Headphone Output | 3.5mm/ 6.3mm/ 4.4mm Sony |
USB 3.0 | 2x for external storage |
12V Trigger OUT | 1x for external equipment |
12V Trigger IN | – |
Software/ Decoding Specs/ Remote | |
OS | Debian 11 (booting time < 20 seconds) |
Streaming Support | G-cast / Tidal Connect/ Qobuz, (more) |
Music Client | Aurender Conductor |
Decoding spec | PCM 32bit/1536Khz, DSD1024 (native) |
Remote (BLE) | Basic + Rotary NC machined |