NS1 vs Audio Alchemy DMP-1
The DMP-1's weight is 3.63 kg (8 lbs) against the NS1's 5 kg (11 lbs). Both share bit depth (24-bit), max sample rate (192 kHz), and dsd support (DSD64).
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The EMM Labs NS1 Streamer is a powerful and versatile network audio streamer designed to connect your music system to internet streaming services and local audio files. It enables access to vast music libraries through high-resolution streaming services like Tidal and Qobuz, as well as popular services including Spotify, Deezer, and vTuner. The NS1 supports playback of audio files from USB storage and network-attached storage in multiple formats. It features UPnP/DLNA media streaming standards for communication between different media devices and is Roon Ready, functioning as a Roon endpoint. The streamer is equipped with EMM's proprietary EMM Optilink interface, which provides galvanic isolation when connected to EMM D/A Converters like the DA2 V2 and DV2, reducing electrical noise. The NS1 can display media and track information on compatible EMM converter displays via RS232 connection. Control is managed through the mConnect Control app for mobile devices (Android/iOS) and mConnect HD for tablets. The device features a precision-machined chassis and custom power system in a compact form factor.
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The closest alternatives on specs, description and the systems they turn up in, with the specs they share set side by side.
The DMP-1's weight is 3.63 kg (8 lbs) against the NS1's 5 kg (11 lbs). Both share bit depth (24-bit), max sample rate (192 kHz), and dsd support (DSD64).
The D1-Streamer MK2's dsd support is DoP against the NS1's DSD64 and its weight 4 kg (9 lbs) against 5 kg (11 lbs). Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
The TDAI-1120's weight is 3.3 kg (7 lbs) against the NS1's 5 kg (11 lbs) and its depth 260 mm against 268 mm. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
The Expert 220 Pro Core Infinity's bit depth is 32-bit against the NS1's 24-bit and its weight 5.9 kg (13 lbs) against 5 kg (11 lbs). Both share max sample rate (192 kHz) and dsd support (DSD64).
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