Embla

About the Embla

The Bladelius Embla is an advanced all-in-one audio file player, DAC, and analog preamplifier. It includes a high-performance CD drive capable of bit-perfect ripping to internal flash memory or external USB storage. The internal flash memory is noiseless and upgradeable from 64 GB up to 2 TB, with options for external USB drives and network streaming via Ethernet. It supports playback of PCM, WAV, FLAC, HRx (Reference Recordings), MP3, and OGG files up to 32-bit/192 kHz, but does not support AIFF. The front panel features a classy black acrylic design with a slot drive and a touch screen for system control and information display. The Embla offers multiple digital inputs (AES/EBU, RCA, Toslink, USB, Bluetooth) and outputs, as well as analog inputs and outputs (1 XLR and 2 RCA each). It includes a high-quality analog preamplifier with volume control in 0.5 dB steps and selectable digital filters with analog behavior, including upsampling options up to 192 kHz. The device is designed for silent playback from flash memory, eliminating mechanical noise. It also features proprietary error correction and jitter reduction technology for accurate CD ripping and playback. The Embla is praised for its warm, analog-like sound character and high dynamic range, making it a versatile and potent source component for high-end audio systems.