The HiFi Rose RS250 Network Streamer with DAC and Pre-Amp is a great piece of equipment for the audiophile. The Rose RS250's focal point is its high-performance DAC.
The wide LCD and multi-touch front screen panel provides a new experience for an audio device and add a new dimension to those seeking simplicity.
The rotary-type power and volume switches in consideration of visual effect and practicality pursue ROSE's own delicacy.
Flagship Single Stereo Design DAC
The Rose RS250 has a built-in ESS ES9038 Q2M DAC which provides a low-noise, low-distortion and ultra-high-resolution sound. This also provides rich analog density through proprietary processing that supports PCM 32bit/768KHz and Native DSD512 (22.5792Mhz).
Linear Power Circuit Design
The linear power supply provides a clean and reliable power supply to the CPU and audio output circuits. Fully linear power supply and shielding are applied, and noise that may be transmitted to sensitive DAC is blocked for the best possible sound reproduction.
Various Wired and Wireless Connections Available
You can enjoy seamless streaming through the network. It supports Airplay and DLNA functions.
Also, you can connect the device to a smartphone, computer, or tablet PC through WiFi / Giga Ethernet / Bluetooth communications.
Large Media Library Connection Available
The ROSE RS250 is designed to allow sufficient storage space to be connected in consideration of high-quality music appreciation. It can recognize up to 4TB SSD and 10TB external HDD, and supports connection with NAS. Now experience listening to high-quality music without worrying about storage space.
Product Features
- Music Service: Qobuz, TIDAL, Bugs, RoseTube, RosePodcast, Internet Radio
- Video Service: TIDAL Video, Bugs Video, RoseTube (supporting 4K UHD 60p resolution)
- Streaming Service: BlueTooth A2DP Sink, Airplay, DLNA , Roon Ready, Spotify Connect
- Internet Radio: Internet radio support for thousands of channels around the world
- CD Play/Ripping: CD playback and CD ripping support using a dedicated USB CD drive
- Network Service: Network sharing of built-in storage devices using SMB server, FTP server, and WebDAV server, Network shared folder support using SMB, FTP, WebDAV protocol
- SoftWare Update: SW update including OTA, USB Storage, ROSE Store
- USB Audio IN: Compatible with USB Audio Class 2.0, supporting USB Audio IN (Windows PC-ASIO drive support / MAC PC-Core Audio support / Linux PC-ALSA drive support)
- USB Audio OUT: Compatible with USB Audio Class 2.0, supporting USB Audio OUT (Various USB DAC can be connected)
- Hi-Res Audio: Supporting high-quality sound data (24~32 bit/48~384 kHz) that certified by Hi-Res Audio
- MQA: MQA Full Decoder
- Supported Audio Codecs: WAV, FLAC, ALAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE, DFF, DSF, AAC, CDA, AMR, APE, EC3, E-EC3, MID, MPL, MP2, MPC, MPGA, M4A, AIFF, PCM : 8kHz~768kHz(8/16/24/32bit per Sample) Native DSD: DSD64(2.8MHz)/DSD128(5.6MHz)/DSD256(11.2MHz)/ DSD512(22.4MHz)
- Supported Video Codecs: ASF, AVI, MKV, MP4, WMV, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, H.263, H.264, H.265, VC-1, VP9, VP8, MVC, H.264/AVC, Base/Main/High/High10 profile@level5.1 up to 4Kx2K@30fps, H.265/HEVC, Main/Main10 profile@ level 5.1 High-tier up to 4Kx2K@60fps
- Storage interface: Supporting SATA slot for installation of USB hard disk (10TB) and SSD (4TB)
- Setup Wizard: Installation Wizard support for easy initial setup
- Technical support: Remote technical support function
- Remote App: Supporting Remote App (RoseConnect) based on various platforms (Android, iOS, Windows)
Technical Specifications
ITEM | PART | SPECIFICATION |
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OS | Customised Android 7.1 | |
DESIGN | Size | 278 x 202 x 76mm |
Weight | 3.2 kg | |
Body | High-Quality anodized aluminium front-top with modern styling | |
Display | 8.8 Inch Wide Angle Multi-Touch panel | |
CPU | HEXA CORE | Dual-Core Cortex-A72 up to 1.8GHz, Quad-Core Cortex-A53 up to 1.4GHz |
GPU | Mali-T864 GPU, OpenGL ES 1.1/2.0/3.0/3.1, OenVG1.1, OpenCL, DX11 | |
MEMORY | LPDDR3 4 GB | |
PREOUT | DAC Chip | ES9038 Q2M(ESS) x 1 (Single Stereo Design) |
Output level | Max 2.3Vrms , Unbalanced | |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | 0.0002% (1kHz 2.3Vrms Unbalanced output) | |
THD + N | 0.0003% (1kHz 2.3Vrms Unbalanced output) | |
(Intermodulation Distortion) IMD | -102dB (SMPTE 4:1, 60Hz:7KHz) | |
Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) | 116dB (A-wt) | |
Dynamic Range | Max 126 dB (CCITT filter) | |
Stereo Crosstalk | Better than -133dB, 20~20kHz | |
Output Frequency Response | 20Hz to 40,000(+/-0.5dB) | |
Output Impedance | 100Ω | |
Network Connection | Network | Ethernet 10/100/1000 BASE-T, WiFi (802.11 b/g/n/a/ac) 2.4Ghz/5Ghz Dual Band |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth supported (A2DP Sink, AVRCP v1.3) | |
Audio Input | Line Input x 1, Optical In x 1, COAX x 1, USB Audio In x1 | |
Audio Output | PreAmp Out (Unbalanced RCA) x 1, Optical Out x 1, COAX x 1, USB Audio Out x1, Headphone Out x1 | |
Video Output | HDMI 2.0 x 1 ( up to 3840 x 2160 / 60Hz ) | |
MEDIA CONNECTION | USB3.0 x 2 (File system-NTFS/FAT32, supported capacity- up to 10TB), SATA3.0 SSD x 1 (File System-NTFS, Supported capacity- up to 4TB), Network Support Protocol-SMB/FTP/WebDav | |
POWER | Input Voltage : AC100-120V,220-240V 50/60Hz, Input Power : 50W | |
REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTION | Remote Controller | Bluetooth Remote Controller |
Remote App | ROSE Connect (Android, iOS, PC) | |
ACCESSORY | Power Cord x 1, Bluetooth Remote Controller x 1(AAA Battery x 2), Manual x 1, SSD Screw x 4 |