Naim Audio Uniti Core Reference Hard-Disk Server

Brand: Naim Audio | SKU: UnitiCore | UPC: 5060332107360

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Naim Audio Uniti Core Reference Hard-Disk Server - Safe and Sound HQ

Naim Audio Uniti Core Reference Hard-Disk Server

Price
$3,199

Uniti Core represents the essence of digital music. It is a seriously powerful machine that will allow you to rip your entire CD collection, store up to 100,000 tracks, serve files to Uniti all-in-one players or other Naim streamers and create a back-up for all of your music. You can also use Uniti Core as a standalone digital source simply connect it to a digital-to-analogue converter or an amplifier with digital inputs and control playback via the Naim app. Uniti Core is a fuss-free, no-compromise solution to ripping, storing, cataloguing and playing your entire music collection.

Under the Skin of Uniti Core
The compact, yet powerful Uniti Core is the perfect hub for your digital music collection. Every element of this dedicated music server from the customised operating system, the enhanced ripping engine and the linear power supply to the low-vibration aluminium casework has been engineered to deliver consistent, reliable performance and highest sound quality. Advanced Ethernet technology means that Uniti Core simply will not buckle under stress, enabling UPnP players on the network or a connected DAC to perform at their best.

Control Your Way
The new intuitive Naim app gives you effortless control over individual or multiple Uniti products. You can access all of your music, including ripped CDs and playlists, or explore artist discographies and biographies. Furthermore, you can now update your system with a single tap. The new app also allows you to control Uniti Core and Naim streaming products.

Uniti System
Whatever the source, our revolutionary new Uniti players combine seamless digital technology with analogue soul for a sound that s unmistakably Naim. Play, stream, rip and store entire music collections in flawless high-resolution. Then use our custom-designed software to bring out every note of your music with true high-fidelity sound. New Uniti also gives you the option to sync up to eight Uniti systems or other Naim streamers and play music from any source in multiple rooms simultaneously. Or play different music in every room.

Bringing Uniti to Life
Conceived and built from the ground up by our engineers and designers in Salisbury, England, Uniti remains true to our core design principles. From the finned aluminum heatsinks (inspired by our Statement flagship amplification system) to the brushed black aluminum casing, the new illuminated signature volume control and the beautifully lit base every minute detail has been considered to deliver a beautiful aesthetic packed with features and technology whilst achieving reference-level sound quality. Uniti is a true masterpiece of industrial design. 

Specs


Connectivity

Audio Inputs
2 x USB Type A socket (front and rear)

Audio Outputs
1 x BNC S/PDIF

In the Box

Power-Line Lite mains cable (UK only), standard mains cable (international markets), cleaning cloth and quick start guide.

Audio Inputs USB

2 x USB Type A Socket (front and rear)
Audio Outputs Digital (S/PDIF)

1 x BNC S/PDIF
Certification and Licenses Certification

Rovi, NTFS, HFS+
Connectivity Multiroom

Serve up to 12 network-connected players via UPnP .

Music stored locally on Uniti Core:
384k 32-Bit WAV, 24576kb/s: <3 streams
384k 24-Bit WAV, 18232kb/s: <5 streams
192k 24-Bit WAV, 9216kb/s: >12 streams
44.1k 16-Bit WAV, 1411kb/s: >16 streams

Music stored on a NAS:
192k 24-Bit WAV, 9216kb/s: <8 streams
Multiroom

Serve up to 4 network-connected players via UPnP at full CD quality.

Party Mode Streaming: Sync up to six Uniti all-in-one players or other Naim streamers and control via the Naim app.
Updates

Update your system wirelessly via the Naim app.
Network

Ethernet (10/100/1000Mbps)
Formats CD Formats

Audio CD (Red Book, CD and CD-R)
Audio Formats

WAV - up to 32bits/384kHz
FLAC and AIFF - up to 24bit/384kHz
ALAC (Apple Lossless) - up to 24bit/384kHz
MP3 - up to 48kHz, 320kbit (16 bit)
AAC - up to 48kHz, 320kbit (16 bit)
OGG and WMA - up to 48kHz (16 bit)
DSD - 64 and 128Fs

Notes: Gapless playback supported on all formats.
Physical Dimensions

95mm x 214mm x 265mm (HxWxD)
Finishes

Brushed and anodised aluminium
Weight

7kg
Power Auto Standby time

User selectable: adjustable from off up to 24 hours
Mains Supply

115V, 230V; 50 or 60Hz
Power Consumption

Typical Use (no storage attached): 6.7W
Network Standby (no storage attached): <2W
Deep Sleep: <0.5W
Network Standby (with internal or USB HDD attached): > 15W*.
*Actual power consumption will vary depending on the size and type of attached internal HDD or USB devices

Note: Power consumption will be increased with the addition of user fitted storage (typical increase of approximately 8W for an internal HDD, dependant on the specification of storage).
Ripping and Storage CD Ripping

Create bit-perfect copies of your CDs, store them internally and play back (external DAC or digital input amplifier needed).
Storage

Store up to 100,000 tracks to internal (HDD or SSD - up to 8TB) or external Network Attached Storage or USB-connected storage and serve to a network-connected player.
Supplied with Supplied with

Power-Line Lite mains cable (UK only), standard mains cable (international markets), cleaning cloth, drive caddy screws, BNC to Phono Connector and quick start guide.
Please note: not sold with an internal hard drive - features a removable caddy into which an HDD or SSD can be installed
Upgrades Mains Cable

Power-Line Lite mains cable (UK denominations only)
User Control App Control

Naim App for iOS and Android

Brand Naim Audio
Model Uniti Core

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Brand
Naim Audio
Arcam
EverSolo
Simaudio
Model
Uniti Core
SA45
DMP-A10
Ace
USB Input
Yes
Yes
Yes
RCA/XLR Input
YES / YES
YES / YES
YES / NO
OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUT
2
2
2
COAXIAL DIGITAL INPUT
1
2
2
HDMI INput
1
1
0
SUBWOOFER OUTPUT
2
2
2
RCA/XLR OUTPUT
YES / NO
YES / YES
NO / NO
Power - 2 Channel 8 Ohms (Watts)
180
50
Signal to Noise Ratio
106
> 129
100
Total Harmonic Distortion
0.002%
<0.00009% + N
0.02 %
DAC
ESS Sabre ESS9038K2M
ESS Sabre ES9039PRO
2x ESS Sabre ES9010K2M
Home Theater Bypass
No
Bluetooth
Yes
Streaming
Yes
TUNEIN
No
Yes
No
QOBUZ
Yes
Yes
Yes
TIDAL
Yes
Yes
Yes
Spotify Connect
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sirius XM
No
No
No
Pandora
No
Yes
No
Amazon Music
Yes
Yes
Yes
Apple Music
Yes
Yes
Yes
Roon Ready
Yes
Yes
Yes
Chromecast
Yes
No
No
Apple Airplay
Yes
Yes
Yes
DAC
ESS9038K2M
AM/FM Tuner
No
Room Correction
DIRAC
Dimensions No Antenna (H x W x D)
4.13" x 17.05" x 13.78"
Dimensions (HxWxD)
5.6" x 16.96" x 13.5"
4.6" x 17" x 12"
3.5" x 16.9" x 14.4"
Warranty
5 Years
1 Year
10 Years
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