Streamers — Audionet DNP

The DNP is a network streamer with a built-in DAC from Audionet, built with a wide rated bandwidth and healthy output levels. This model represents Audionet's dedicated streaming source offering, extending the brand's characteristic measurement-focused engineering into network audio playback.

Position in line

It sits alongside the DNA I in Audionet's digital source hierarchy. This positioning alongside the DNA I suggests Audionet offers more than one route into its streaming catalogue, likely differentiated by specific amplification or connectivity functionality.

Key specs that matter

It handles PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz. Rated bandwidth is an extraordinary 0 Hz to 100 000 Hz. Input impedance is 7,000 ohms balanced and 50,000 ohms single-ended. Output impedance is 48 ohms balanced and 24 ohms single-ended. Analogue output level is a healthy 12 V balanced and 6 V single-ended. Signal-to-noise exceeds 120 dB. At 430 x 110 x 360 mm and 12 kg it is a substantial chassis, consistent with Audionet's characteristically serious build quality.

Sound and use context

Expect a clean, wide-bandwidth presentation with healthy output levels - the exceptional 12 V balanced output could drive a power amplifier directly with considerable headroom, reflecting Audionet's characteristic engineering ambition applied to network streaming.

Pairing

The healthy 12 V balanced output allows direct connection to a power amplifier as well as through a conventional preamplifier, simplifying a system by potentially removing the need for a separate preamplifier.

Alternatives

Audionet's DNA I sits alongside this model in the brand's digital source hierarchy, worth comparing directly with a dealer on specific functionality before choosing between these positioned Audionet streaming sources. Audionet extensive dealer network makes arranging a direct comparison against the DNA I practical, helping clarify exactly what functionality differences distinguish these two closely related Audionet streaming sources. A dedicated Ethernet connection also generally proves more reliable than Wi-Fi for streaming duties. A dealer visit remains the simplest way to compare current pricing across Audionet digital source catalogue. A dealer demonstration remains worthwhile before committing to any specific purchase. Firmware updates delivered through the network connection are worth checking periodically after initial setup.