AURALiC unveiled Aquila X3 Streaming Media Processor with CD Transport
20.01.2025 10:29 | ~1 minute read
AURALIC has introduced the AQUILA X3 Streaming Media Processor - a new addition to the company's family of digital-to-analog audio products. The AQUILA X3 features a 14" touchscreen display, and a modular architecture with a huge number of upgrade options.
AURALIC Aquila X3 Streaming Media Processor uses Tesla G3 streaming platform with Direct Data Recording (DDR), Galvanic Isolation, new software interface, LightningCast, and AURALiC's next-generation multi-room streaming protocol.
Streaming services include Lightning DS, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, AirPlay Il, etc. Digital-to-analog converter is based on the proprietary Fusion DAC Gen II, Integrated LEO Clock, ORFEO Class A output module and ORFEO passive analog volume control.
One of the main option of the AURALiC Aquila X3 Streaming Media Processor is the latest Variable-Frequency External PSU. Utilizing Class AB regeneration technology with up to 400 Hz user selectable regen frequency.
The AQUILA X3 connectivity arsenal includes Ethernet, WiFi, USB, Toslink, Coaxial, HDMI eARC interfaces, and a CD transport.
AURALIC Aquila X3 Streaming Media Processor retail price is $14,999 USD, and the product will be available April, 2025.
Specifications
Model name
Aquila X3
Has internal DAC
Yes
DSD compatability
Yes
Parameters
up to PCM 32/768 and DSD512
DSP processing
Tesla G3
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
20
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
20000
Gain (dBu)
N/A
Input Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Input Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
Output Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Output Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
Analog outputs level (balanced) (V)
N/A
Analog outputs level (single-ended) (V)
N/A
Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)
N/A
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)
N/A
Dimensions (mm)
N/A
Weight (kg)
N/A
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