Music Server 9A
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Music Server 9A

$ 1,399.00

The NuPrime Music Server 9A is a high-performance Audirvana server designed to function as a digital transport for high-fidelity audio systems, with support for multiple streaming services. The platform incorporates Audirvana’s proprietary technologies, including an advanced audio player, comprehensive music library management, and seamless integration with partner HD streaming services, online radio stations, and podcasts. In addition to Wi-Fi streaming up to 24-bit/192 kHz, the Music Server 9A supports Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD. This product requires an active Audirvana Studio subscription, which must be purchased separately from Audirvana.com.

SKU: NP-9A-MUSICSVR Categories: , , ,

User can control NuPrime Music Server 9A using the Audirvana app on a smartphone or tablet to manage local and online music libraries, organize playlists, favorites, and radio stations, and enjoy an optimized audio engine that reflects Audirvana’s commitment to sound quality. Mobile devices can also stream Bluetooth music to Music Server 9A.

Integrated Audirvana Features

  • HD streaming: Qobuz, Tidal, HRA, Presto Music
  • Internet Radio
  • Online metadata retrieval (excluding cover art)
  • Mixed playlists and favorites
  • Folder View High-quality upsampling (SoX, R8brain) up to DSD256
  • 10-band parametric EQ
  • Audio Scan
  • Convolution
  • Crossfeed
  • Balance

SPECIFICATIONS

Digital I/O & Wireless

  • Bit Depths: 16-32 bit
  • Optical S/PDIF Input: PCM up to 192KHz and supporting DoP format DSD64
  • Coaxial S/PDIF Input: PCM up to 192KHz and supporting DoP format DSD64
  • IIS/DSD HDMI Output: PCM up to 384KHz/32bits and DSD up to DSD512
  • AES/EBU Output: PCM up to 384KHz/32bits and DSD up to DoP256
  • Optical output: PCM up to 192KHz and supporting DoP format DSD64
  • Coaxial output: PCM up to 192KHz and supporting DoP format DSD64
  • Streaming Technologies: Chromecast, UPnP, Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD

Connectivity

  • 802.11 b/g/n Wi-FI dual band (2.4 & 5 GHz)
  • 1 x Ethernet port 10/100/1000
  • Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD is supported for audio reception only; it does not transmit audio to Bluetooth headphones.

Storage

  • Internal 8G SD card for OS & Audirvana applications
  • Internal NVMe (M.2 2280) SSD storage is supported; the user must purchase and install the drive separately.
  • External network storage

Dimension and Weight

  • Product Dimension:  55 x 235 x 281 mm (H x W x D)
  • Package Dimension: 80 x 390 x 360 mm (H x W x D)
  • Product Weight: 4.3kg
  • Package Weight: 5.3kg

Power

  • AC 100-115V or  220-240V
  • Fuse: T1A/250VAC
Warranty: 1 year.

Specifications and supported cloud services are subject to change without notice.

Rear Panel Illustration

  1. Power Switch
  2. Fuse
  3. Power Socket
  4. Factory Reset/Wi-Fi Reset Button
  5. Trigger Out
  6. AES/EBU Output
  7. SPDIF Optical Output
  8. Coaxial SPDIF Output
  9. HDMI I2S Output
  10. LAN
  11. Optical Input
  12. Coaxial Input
  13. Antenna (Wi-Fi)

 

Front Panel Illustration

  1. Dual-band antenna
  2. Display
  3. Function Control knob

Remote Control

  1. Power ON/Standby button. To power off Music Server 9A, use the AC switch.
  2. Source input selection
  3. Sampling Rate Conversion
  4. Multi-function control for music playback

Setup Guide

  1. Check that the voltage selector switch is set correctly.
  2. Attach the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi antennas.
  3. Connect the power cable.
  4. Power on the unit.
  5. Download and open the Audirvana Remote app on your smartphone.
  6. Press the red button on the rear panel of the 9A Music Server. A “WiFi Connect” screen will appear on your phone. Select SSID WiFi Command, then enter the username and password of your local Wi-Fi network. After entering the credentials, the WiFi Connect screen will disappear, and both the phone and the 9A Music Server will connect to the Wi-Fi network. You may then choose whether to connect a wired Ethernet cable.
  7. The 9A Music Server output interface is the same as the Stream-9.
  8. In the Audirvana Remote app on your phone, a device named “Alita” will appear. Select Alita, then choose the sample rate (input/output) to complete the connection.
  9. The display currently shows track information and artist information.
  10. Qobuz and TIDAL are both supported.