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AURALiC unveiled Aquila X3 Streaming Media Processor with CD Transport

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. Image source - (c) AURALIC
AURALIC Aquila X3 Streaming Media Processor. Image source - (c) AURALIC

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.

AURALIC Aquila X3 Streaming Media Processor. Image source - (c) AURALIC
AURALIC Aquila X3 Streaming Media Processor. Image source - (c) AURALIC

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.

AURALIC Aquila X3 Streaming Media Processor. Image source - (c) AURALIC
AURALIC Aquila X3 Streaming Media Processor. Image source - (c) AURALIC

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.

AURALIC Aquila X3 Streaming Media Processor. Image source - (c) AURALIC
AURALIC Aquila X3 Streaming Media Processor. Image source - (c) AURALIC

The AQUILA X3 connectivity arsenal includes Ethernet, WiFi, USB, Toslink, Coaxial, HDMI eARC interfaces, and a CD transport.

AURALIC Aquila X3 Streaming Media Processor. Image source - (c) AURALIC
AURALIC Aquila X3 Streaming Media Processor. Image source - (c) AURALIC

AURALIC Aquila X3 Streaming Media Processor retail price is $14,999 USD, and the product will be available April, 2025.

Specifications

This product is in the Hi-Fi and High End Electronics and Acoustics database

Streamers — AURALiC Aquila X3

  • 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

  • Official link

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