Alpha 3 SX vs Innuos Stream3
The Stream3's max sample rate is 768 kHz against the Alpha 3 SX's 1536 kHz, its dsd support DSD256 against DSD1024, and its height 85 mm against 100 mm. Both share bit depth (32-bit).
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Alpha 3 SX
Wolf Audio SystemsDigitalMusic ServersBlu-ray Players
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$3,150 - $9,295
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the Alpha 3 SX
The Alpha 3 SX is a versatile music server that not only stores and plays back music but also rips CDs to its internal drive. It includes a TEAC Blu-ray transport for playing DVDs and Blu-ray discs. The server supports a wide range of audio formats, including WAV, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC, AAC, M4A, MP3, OGG, DSF, DFF, DXD, SACD ISO, and MQA. It can decode PCM up to 32-bit/1536kHz and DSD up to DSD1024 (Native or DoP), with multichannel DSD support up to DSD256. The Alpha 3 SX features an i7 processor, 32GB RAM, and a 1TB system drive, with options for SSD music storage. It also includes a Flux Capacitor USB clock card as an optional upgrade for enhanced audio signal quality. The server is highly configurable, with options for power cords and other upgrades to enhance performance and connectivity.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 32-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 1536 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD1024
- MQA Support
- Yes
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- Output Voltage
- 6.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- Yes
- Digital Outputs
- Ultra-Low Noise USB 2.0, HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4, TOSLink Optical
Streaming Services
Supported streaming platforms and protocols
- AirPlay
- No
- Chromecast
- No
- Roon Ready
- Yes
- Spotify Connect
- No
- TIDAL Connect
- No
- Other Services
- JRiver Media Center, Audirvana+
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 435 × 100 × 319 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 13 kg (29 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions