VSSL MS.1 Hi-Res Audio Streamer with AirPlay 2, PoE, HDMI eARC, and Smart Home Control
Dedicated single-zone network audio streamer featuring 24-bit/192kHz DAC, Power over Ethernet (PoE), HDMI eARC, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3 with Auracast, and native AirPlay 2, Google Cast, and Spotify Connect.
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The VSSL MS.1 Network Audio Streamer sets a benchmark in architectural audio distribution by uniting high-resolution streaming flexibility with robust commercial-grade installation features. Engineered as a dedicated single-zone, two-channel streaming source, the MS.1 delivers pristine audio fidelity backed by a high-performance multi-core digital signal processor (DSP) and high-resolution digital-to-analog converter (DAC) supporting native 24-bit / 192 kHz playback. It integrates seamlessly into existing stereo setups, distributed audio amplifiers, and powered systems, bridging legacy audio hardware with contemporary cloud music services and high-definition local media libraries.
Setting an industry precedent as the first dedicated audio streamer engineered with Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability, the MS.1 simplifies equipment rack density and remote room installations by drawing both power and network data through a single CatX cable, alongside standard USB-C power operation. Connectivity is comprehensive, featuring HDMI eARC for seamless television audio integration, optical Toslink and digital coaxial I/O, analog stereo RCA, and a 12V trigger output for synchronized amplifier wake-up. Comprehensive streaming protocol support spans Apple AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, and Tidal Connect, coupled with Bluetooth 5.3 LE Audio with Auracast broadcast technology and certified integration drivers for major automation platforms including Control4, Crestron, Elan, RTI, URC, Savant, and Lutron.
Features:
- Dedicated Single-Zone Audio Streamer: Transforms any traditional stereo amplifier, receiver, or active speaker pair into a high-performance smart streaming zone.
- First Audio Streamer with PoE Support: Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability and optional USB-C power provide unmatched installation versatility in structured racks or remote rooms.
- 24-Bit / 192 kHz High-Resolution DAC & DSP: High-performance multi-core processing delivers audiophile-grade digital decoding with ultra-low noise and distortion.
- HDMI eARC Television Audio Integration: Connects directly to smart televisions for effortless high-fidelity TV sound and automated CEC volume synchronization.
- Native Multi-Platform Streaming: Stream directly via Apple AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, and Tidal Connect with zero setup friction.
- Bluetooth 5.3 LE Audio & Auracast: Incorporates cutting-edge low-energy Bluetooth audio transmission and multi-listener Auracast broadcast streaming.
- Full Smart Home & Control Integration: Certified two-way drivers available for Control4, Crestron, Elan, RTI, URC, Savant, and Lutron home automation ecosystems.
- Comprehensive Digital & Analog Connectivity: Outfitted with analog RCA, optical Toslink, digital coax inputs and outputs, IR input, network Ethernet port, USB port, and 12V trigger out.
Specifications:
- Audio Architecture & Processing:
- Zones / Channels: 1 Zone, 2 Channels
- Audio Resolution: 24-bit / 192 kHz High-Resolution Audio Decoding
- Processor Architecture: High-Performance Multi-Core DSP
- Streaming Protocols: Apple AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect
- Onboard Music Services: Tidal, Deezer, SoundMachine, Airable Radio
- Wireless & Network Connectivity:
- Wi-Fi Standards: Dual-Band Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 6 Compatible)
- Ethernet: 1x RJ45 Gigabit Network Port with PoE (Power over Ethernet) Support
- Bluetooth Technology: Bluetooth v5.3 LE Audio with Auracast Broadcast Support
- Voice Assistant Compatibility: Siri, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
- Control Platform Support: Control4, Crestron, Elan, RTI, URC, Savant, Lutron
- Inputs, Outputs & Connectivity:
- HDMI Interface: 1x HDMI eARC Input
- Digital Inputs: 1x Optical Toslink, 1x Digital Coaxial
- Analog Input: 1x Stereo Analog RCA
- Digital Outputs: 1x Optical Toslink, 1x Digital Coaxial
- Analog Output: 1x Stereo Analog RCA
- Trigger Interface: 1x 12V Trigger Out (3.5 mm)
- Control & Media Interfaces: 1x IR Input (3.5 mm), 1x USB Type-A Port
- Power & Enclosure:
- Power Supply: Power over Ethernet (PoE) or 5V DC via USB Type-C (100-240V 50/60Hz AC Adapter Included)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 5.75" W x 1.75" H x 5.75" D (171.5 mm x 44.5 mm x 171.5 mm)
- Product Weight: 1.2 lbs (0.54 kg)
- Cabinet Finish: Matte Black Aluminum
| Package Contents | The VSSL MS.1 is an advanced high-resolution network audio streamer engineered to bring pristine, multi-room sound to home theaters and distributed audio systems across Peel Region and the Greater Toronto Area. As the industry’s first dedicated streaming device featuring Power over Ethernet (PoE) support alongside advanced wireless networking, the MS.1 offers unmatched placement flexibility, reliable wired connections, and clean professional installations. Equipped with a high-performance multi-core DSP and high-resolution DAC supporting 24-bit/192kHz audio playback, this compact streamer delivers exceptional sonic clarity and ultra-low distortion while integrating native streaming protocols like Apple AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, and Tidal Connect. If you want to know how to add high-resolution multi-room streaming to an existing audio amplifier, how to power a network audio streamer using an Ethernet cable via PoE, or what wireless streamer supports custom home automation integration with Control4 and Crestron, the VSSL MS.1 delivers the ultimate streaming solution. Custom integrators and music enthusiasts searching for uncompromised audio fidelity, versatile connectivity including HDMI eARC, and seamless smart home control will appreciate the professional engineering built into this innovative VSSL component. Need it today? Skip the wait—this item is available for local customer pickup from our authorized Peel Region and Greater Toronto Area distribution center in Brampton. |
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