Arylic S50 Pro+: Wireless Network Preamp. Budget Limitations vs. Capabilities.

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System Tested With:
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Philharmonic BMR V.2 - Stand mount speakers
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Jeff Rowland 112 - Stereo Amplfier
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[@seanjoell]

I have heard about some of the "idiosyncrasies" but not in-depth like this, thanks for more info than I got from other reviewers. The problems aren't enough to stop me from looking at these more seriously, quite the contrary, it might fit my needs for beaming music across my house. Thanks and Happy holidays!.

[@vaggelix]

I bought this to pair it with a pair of active edifier speakers to make it a system that doesn't rely on bluetooth and wired connections alone. Some comments from me on what you found out:

[@martlet530]

Great review. Thanks!!!

[@cdub11121]

Good review. Thank you for all of the information and detail. How would a product like the Bluesound Node compare to this? I don't have any music on a computer, I am only looking to use a streaming service like Tidal or Amazon HD. I also want it to be super easy to use.

[@Follygons]

Hi, thanks for the review! So you are saying that even though the system decodes at 24bit, the analogue output can only produce sounds as though it were fed 16bit CD quality audio? Is this correct? Also is an additional pre-amp necessary for a turntable - the Pro+ is a pre-amp ... what is the practical implication of that?

[@D1N02]

Hi thanks for this elaborate review. Did you try the digital outputs? Will it put through at least 192hz/24bit to an external DAC? So it would be just a streamer.

[@HotSause]

Interesting tangent, Jason. I have my vinyl two channel rig in a spare bedroom. On occasion, depending on the music, my wife would like to hear it downstairs. I have spare amps and speakers. What would be a simple option in my case?

[@johncarrod7364]

As to Bluetooth so many people see (Hear) APTX-HD is best they have not yet tried LDAC at it's best, it is unbeatable. PERIOD!

[@hoobsgroove]

here's an amplifier you might like to try if you get your hands on! croft audio integrated tube preamp with a solid state Poweramp happy New year

[@vlodeck1]

What is the latest firmware? it is with me 4.6.415145.35 from 2022 .04 .27 The update was supposed to be every six months.

[@edwardtaussig1782]

It's Sept 2023 :), When is this new "2022" updated version that doesn't limit the output to CD quality going to be released?

[@maxrider2887]

Is it match with Denon pma1600ne?

[@laika25]

Does it stream mqa over wifi?

[@seaman5705]

Do the unit decode DSD ?

[@pickyaudiophile]

Interesting review, thank You Jason! That kind of gear simply is not MY PERSONAL cup of tea. These flimsy remote controls, firmware issues, early end of support (EOL), small displays, I don't like that. I would rather prefer a standalone DAC with a (USB-C) wired connection to an up-to-date Android tablet in that $160 to $200 price range anytime. - Of course that constant USB connection is a mayor downside in my concept, that's for sure.

[@divadgnol67]

Are you done with the reviews bro?

[@SuperMatrix59]

That’s horrible. Output only in 16bit