Matrix Audio Element S Music Streamer

Matrix Audio Element S Music Streamer

 

If you're looking for a way to upgrade your current audio system with streaming audio capabilities, then the Matrix Audio element S is the perfect solution. This device easily connects to your existing audio system and provides a wealth of digital output ports, allowing you to take advantage of a variety of outdated DACs.

It also comes with a 3.46" high-resolution touch screen, giving you an easy way to access and control the streaming audio. Additionally, the metadata associated with each track will be displayed on the screen, giving you a better understanding of the music you're listening to. With the element S, you can easily upgrade your audio system and enjoy better music listening experiences.

 

Features

• MA remote app
• Roon Ready(Under certification test ), DLNA/UPnP, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect and TIDAL Connect
• 3.46" high-resolution touch screen
• R5V/1A ultra-low noise power output
• Premium S/PDIF signal output abilities to work with various DACs
• The IIS-LVDS output of element S supports up to 32Bit/768kHz PCM and 1Bit/DSD512 digital audio
• 2 ultra low phase noise femtosecond clocks from Accusilicon

 

MA player

MA player is a high-quality digital audio/streaming audio playback control system which is independently developed by Matrix Audio for its music streamers. With MA player, users can control audio devices in the network through mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets, browse and play music from network drives or USB storage devices. In addition, MA player has integrated streaming technologies such as Roon Ready(Under certification test ), DLNA/UPnP, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect and TIDAL Connect, allowing you to experience high-resolution streaming audio on the local area network.

 

MA Remote App

MA Remote App is available for iPhone, iPad and Android phones. Through this app, you can browse and play music from your local music library, enjoy music from TIDAL, Qobuz and HIGHRESAUDIO, and listen to Internet radio from Matrix Audio devices. The configurations and firmware updates of the music streamer can also be done through the app.

 

Featured UI and interaction from Matrix Audio

element S is embedded with a 3.46" high-resolution touch screen which presents a featured UI and interaction from Matrix Audio, allowing you to easily operate the device and accurately understand device status. When the streaming music is playing, the metadata including album art, album name, track title and artist etc., will also be displayed. It enables you to more comprehensively master music information and enjoy a better music listening experience.

 

USB DAC interface

The USB DAC interface is a digital audio interface that surpasses traditional ports such as optical and coaxial, it feeds high-resolution PCM or DSD audio data to audio devices bit-perfectly. With this interface, DACs with USB input can be connected to element S, simply and quickly enable online and local streaming audio for your existing audio system. The USB DAC interface has a 5V/1A ultra-low noise power output. The power supply is processed by a multi-stage ultra-low noise linear regulator and a power filter circuit before feeding to the USB device, to ensure a better performance of the device.

 

S/PDIF outputs

element S has premium S/PDIF signal output abilities to work with various DACs. Through optical, coaxial and AES/EBU ports, it supports up to 24Bit/192kHz PCM audio output or 1Bit/DSD64 audio output in DoP method.

 

IIS-LVDS output

The IIS-LVDS output of element S supports up to 32Bit/768kHz PCM and 1Bit/DSD512 digital audio. In order to be compatible with more DACs, we provided 4 kinds of IIS-LVDS pin definition and 2 MCLK modes on this port, which can be configured through MA Remote App. Furthermore, the IIS-LVDS is applied electrical isolation design, the ground wire of the front and back end devices are separated, to avoid the noises to transport via the ground wire.

 

USB Audio port

When a computer, smart phone or tablet is connected via USB Audio input, element S turns these devices into digital turntables. High quality digital audio signals will be sent to back end devices through this port. The digital audio output supports up to 32Bit/768kHz PCM and 1Bit/DSD512. HID is supported through USB Audio connection as well, which allows you to control the playback of the player software through the touch key on the device.

 

Dual-frequency femtosecond clock

element S is equipped with 2 ultra low phase noise femtosecond clocks from Accusilicon, which works for 44.1kHz and 48kHz and their multiples of sampling rate as reference clock source respectively. An FPGA coordinates the clocks and manages the frequencies. To ensure high quality digital audio with low jitter and present more fantastic details of the music.

 

Gigabit Ethernet and Dual-band Wi-Fi

Both Ethernet and Wi-Fi connections are available for element S. Gigabit Ethernet guarantees the stability and speed of high-resolution audio transmission in the network. If you have good Wi-Fi coverage, 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi connections are good options as well. Get rid of the network cable, the embedded antenna makes element S look more simple and tidy.

 

Specification

• CPU: NXP i.MX 6Quad Cortex-A9
• USB Audio
  • PCM 16-32Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz, 705.6kHz, 768kHz
  • DSD 2.8MHz, 5.6MHz, 11.2MHz (DoP)
  • DSD 2.8MHz, 5.6MHz, 11.2MHz, 22.4MHz (Native)
• COAXIAL、OPTICAL & AES/EBU
  • PCM 16-24Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz
  • DSD 2.8MHz (DoP)
• IIS LVDS
  • PCM 16-32Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz,384kHz, 705.6kHz, 768kHz
  • DSD 2.8MHz, 5.6MHz, 11.2MHz (DoP)
  • DSD 2.8MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 MHz, 22.4MHz (Native)
• USB DAC
  
  • The audio specs depend on the external DAC.
  • This port provides up to 5V/1A low noise power to the external USB DACs.
• Network
• LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbps
• WLAN: 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
• USB Type C
  • The USB Type C port provides a maximum power of 5V/1.5A.
  • The USB port works with devices which conform to the USB mass storage standard and supports FAT, FAT32, exFAT and NTFS file formats, but is not guaranteed to be compatible with all storage devices.
• MA player
• Controller app: MA Remote App
  • Local Playback Format Supported: MP3 , WMA , WAV , AIF, AIFC, AIFF, AAC, FLAC, OGG, APE, ALAC, M4A, DSF, DFF, CUE
  • PCM Sampling Rate: PCM 16-24Bit 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz, 705.6kHz, 768kHz
  • DSD Sampling Rate: 2.8MHz, 5.6MHz, 11.2MHz, 22.4MHz
• Roon Ready (Under certification test )
  • PCM Sampling Rate:PCM 16-24 Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz, 705.6kHz, 768kHz
  • DSD Sampling Rate: DSD 2.8MHz, 5.6MHz, 11.2MHz, 22.4MHz
• AirPlay 2: The audio specs depend on the service provider
• DLNA/UPnP: The audio specs depend on the service provider
• TIDAL Connect: The audio specs depend on the service provider
• Spotify Connect: The audio specs depend on the service provider
• vTuner: The audio specs depend on the service provider
• Radio Paradise: The audio specs depend on the service provider
• HIGHRESAUDIO: The audio specs depend on the service provider
• Power Voltage: AC 100V-240V 50/60Hz
• Standby Power Consumption: < 5W
• Maximum Power Consumption: < 30W
• Weight: 2.4kg (5.29 pounds)
• Size
  
  • Width: 240 mm (9.45inches)
  • Depth: 245 mm (9.65inches)
  • Height: 58 mm (2.28 inches)
• Accessory
  • 1x Power cable
  • 1x Quick start guide
  • 1x Warranty card

 

About Matrix Audio

Matrix Audio UK is a renowned audio brand established in 2009 and based in the historic city of Xi'an, China. With a strong focus on developing, producing, and selling digital Hi-Fi audio products, Matrix Audio has evolved into a leading digital audio company over the course of over a decade.

Matrix Audio has built a stellar reputation among audiophiles in China and worldwide thanks to its commitment to delivering high-quality audio DACs, audio amplifiers, and other digital audio equipment. Their success can be attributed to the expertise of their professional testers, advanced research facilities, and state-of-the-art audio analysers.

The brand name "Matrix" is inspired by the mathematical concept of balance between two dimensions: portrait and landscape. Matrix Audio applies this concept to its product development and design philosophy. They prioritise excellent sound performance and strive for aesthetically pleasing designs that seamlessly integrate into any home environment. Harmony, both in sound and design, is the ultimate goal for Matrix Audio.

Matrix Audio's product lineup includes popular offerings such as the Mini-i Pro, X-Sabre Pro, Quattro II DAC, Audio Element i, X-Sabre Pro DAC, and Element X. These products exemplify the brand's dedication to delivering outstanding audio experiences while maintaining a perfect balance between form and function.

Choose Matrix Audio UK at Future Shop for cutting-edge digital Hi-Fi audio products that combine exceptional sound quality with captivating design, earning them a respected brand image and loyal following among audiophiles worldwide.