U1 vs Opera Consonance Reference DS1
The Reference DS1's bit depth is 32-bit against the U1's 16-bit and its weight 6 kg (13 lbs) against 4 kg (9 lbs). Both share max sample rate (768 kHz) and dsd support (DSD512).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$2,005
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the U1
The LUMIN U1 is a high-end network music transport/streamer designed to act as a digital source for an external DAC. It focuses on digital output quality rather than built-in analog conversion, and is known for its multiple digital outputs, robust external dual-toroidal power supply, and support for high-resolution PCM and DSD playback.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 16-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 768 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD512
- MQA Support
- No
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Outputs
- USB
Streaming Services
Supported streaming platforms and protocols
- AirPlay
- No
- Chromecast
- No
- Roon Ready
- No
- Spotify Connect
- No
- TIDAL Connect
- No
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 106 × 60 × 334 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 4 kg (9 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Raw brushed aluminium, black anodized brushed aluminium
Never published
- Analog Output — the maker never published this. Checked 15 sources on 8 Sept 2026
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions