The Volumio Primo combines premium network streaming with an ESS SABRE ES9038Q2M DAC, balanced XLR/RCA outputs and comprehensive high-resolution audio support. Read more.
The Volumio Primo is a complete network music player designed for listeners who want high-quality streaming and an excellent integrated DAC in one component. Its ESS SABRE ES9038Q2M DAC, balanced XLR outputs and unbalanced RCA outputs allow the Primo to be connected directly to an amplifier or active loudspeakers. Wi-Fi, Gigabit Ethernet and Volumio OS provide convenient access to local music libraries, internet radio and supported streaming services.
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At the heart of the Primo is an ESS SABRE ES9038Q2M DAC. It operates in a differential configuration and is connected to the digital section through I2S. The RCA outputs provide up to 2 V RMS, while the balanced XLR outputs provide up to 4 V RMS.
Volumio OS brings together local music, network storage, USB media, internet radio and supported streaming services in one intuitive environment. Playback can be controlled through a web browser or the Volumio app on a smartphone or tablet.
| Product type | Network streamer / DAC |
| DAC | ESS SABRE ES9038Q2M |
| RCA output | Stereo, up to 2 V RMS |
| XLR output | Balanced stereo, up to 4 V RMS |
| Analogue resolution | Up to PCM 192 kHz / 24-bit |
| Coaxial output | S/PDIF up to PCM 192 kHz / 24-bit |
| USB Audio | Up to PCM 768 kHz / 32-bit and DSD256 with external USB DAC |
| USB | 1 × USB 2.0, 1 × USB 3.0 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 / HDCP 2.2, up to 4K 60 fps |
| Ethernet | Gigabit 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, 2×2 MIMO |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Processor | Amlogic S905D3 Quad-Core Cortex-A55, 1.9 GHz |
| Memory | 2 GB DDR4 |
| Internal storage | 16 GB eMMC |
| Dimensions | 270 × 150 × 50 mm |
| Power supply | 5 V / 3 A |
The Volumio Primo is an excellent choice when you want streaming and digital-to-analogue conversion combined in a single high-quality component. Connect it directly to an integrated amplifier, preamplifier or active loudspeakers using RCA or XLR. If you already own a high-quality external DAC, the Primo can instead be used purely as a digital streamer through USB or coaxial S/PDIF.
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