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Volumio Rivo Streamer (Music) Audiophile Streamer Transport. Great sound and an easy to use Volumio Premium software/operating system available on Apple or Android. Now with Qobuz Connect. Included in the sale is an audiophile 5V/2.5A LHY linear power supply. Original switched mode power supply is also included. Value for money streamer transport that performs above its price bracket and will sound great with any DAC with its smooth, natural, dynamic and 'analog' sound. Condition is next to perfect. One owner. Streamer purchased new in Jan 2024 from local retailer and will provide invoice. Con
This looks like a strong deal. At A$1,000, it sits below the 25th percentile of the recent comparable market at A$1,078, so it’s priced a touch under the usual low end rather than merely “fair.”
The RIVO has a good reputation as a clean, focused digital front end: very solid streaming performance, a tidy user experience, and enough refinement to suit a serious system without getting fussy. If it’s a clean unit with the PSU and any original accessories, that only improves the case. The only thing to check is the usual used-buyer basics—firmware, outputs, and overall cosmetic condition—but at this ask, it reads as an easy audition.
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Volumio traces its origins to Florence, Italy, a cradle of artistic and artisanal excellence, where it was founded by Michelangelo Guarise. This Italian innovator assembled a team of engineers, music lovers, and audiophiles driven by a passion for superior sound and elegant design. Emerging from a landscape rich in craftsmanship, Volumio has evolved over more than a decade, channeling that heritage into cutting-edge audio solutions that honor precision and purpose—exemplified by projects like the Motivo streamer, born from collaborations with design firm Design Narratives and audio specialist Yottamusic.
The brand specializes in digital audio streaming and playback, centering on its proprietary Volumio OS—a lightweight, Linux-based operating system optimized for audiophile-grade music reproduction across platforms like Raspberry Pi, Windows, and dedicated hardware. Known for streamers such as the acclaimed Primo, equipped with high-end ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M DACs, precision clocks, and innovative METACLOCK technology, Volumio excels in reclocking audio streams via FPGA for jitter-free performance. It supports vast formats including DSD and multichannel, with open-source plugins expanding functionality like Roon Bridge integration, while powering products from other high-end manufacturers.
Volumio holds a strong niche in the high-end digital audio market as an agile innovator, bridging software prowess with hardware refinement to deliver reliable, format-agnostic streaming. Praised in audiophile circles for efficiency and expandability, it appeals to discerning buyers seeking premium digital fronts without bloat, positioning itself as a mid-to-high-tier contender that accelerates innovation in a competitive field.
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