RADAR is a price search engine. We link to the original listing — we never sell direct. Transactions happen on the source site.
PLEASE CHECK AVAILABILITY BEFORE CONFIRMING YOUR PURCHASE! Our stock can change any minute – we sell through various sales channels.Brand New! – Closed Box. We are authorised dealers of the finest audio gear and musical instruments.Note 1: Free shipping within EU. If outside EU, please message us for specific shipping price to your particular location. The price you see is only a generic estimation for “outside EU”.Note 2: This product is custom ordered, please check availability and/or eventual shipping delay.Note 3: This product is factory prepared for 220V.Note 4: We sell without taxes anywhere outside Europe and to valid VAT ID companies inside Europe. Please ask us your price without Tax in those cases.Note 5: We can quote any kind of bundle with our products at the most convenient prices. Just ask for it.AURENDER A1 15th. ANNIVERSARY - ANALOG MUSIC SERVERTo mark Aurender’s 15th anniversary, we proudly present the A1 15th Anniversary, a special edition music server that embodies our dedication to musical purity and engineering excellence. Limited to 300 units worldwide, this model sets a new standard in analog performance.Redefining Digital Music PlaybackEngineered for a rich, engaging sound, the A1 15th Anniversary showcases our uncompromising “sound-first” design philosophy—ideal for discerning audiophiles.15th Anniversary Edition Details• Limited to 300 units worldwide• Limited edition featuring a commemorative gold plate• Ergonomic rotary remote controller that combines tactile feedback with elegant functionalityQuad DAC Architecture• Features four AKM4499EX DAC chips for superior channel separation and natural tonality• Aurender’s proprietary analog output stage preserves detail and dynamics• R2R volume control ensures precise, transparent adjustment without signal lossComprehensive Streaming Support• Native compatibility with Google Cast, AirPlay, TIDAL Connect, Spotify Connect, Qobuz, and Roon Ready — no external devices requiredVersatile Input Connectivity• Supports Bluetooth (lossless), HDMI eARC, I2S, AES/EBU, SPDIF (Coaxial/Optical), USB-Audio — for seamless system integrationPremium Headphone Output• Equipped with 3.5mm and 6.3mm unbalanced outputs, and a 4.4mm balanced output• The robust analog stage effortlessly drives high-performance headphones, delivering exceptional clarity and controlTechnical SpecificationsBasic HW SpecsSoC / Memory RK3588 (Octa-core) 2.4Ghz, 8G/32GCasing 430mm full size (8T)Dimension 430 x 130 x 355 mmFront display 8.8″ 1920×480 IPS LCDNVMe 500GB PCI3.0xPower Full Linear ToroidalClock OCXO & FPGA high precisionDAC AKM4499EX Quad (2x/CH)Headphone Amp YesEthernet 100/1000 (Gigabit)Buttons/ Jog 1x Power/ 7x Buttons/ 1x Volume JogStreaming InputsSummary Google Cast/ BT/ ARC/ SPDIF-in/ USB-in/ SSDGoogle Cast builtin 1x HW moduleBT AptX-LosslessTV-ARC Yes2.5″ tray 2x 2.5″ tray for SSD/HDDDigital InputsCoaxial/ Optical/ USB 1x/ 1x/ 1xAES-EBU IN 1xI2S IN 1xUSB IN 1xClock InputExternal Clock IN 10Mhz (50 ohm) BNCAnalog/ Digital OutputsCoaxial OUT 1xUSB OUT 1xAnalog OUT 1x XLR, 1x RCAOther IO/ Headphone OutputsHeadphone Output 3.5mm/ 6.3mm/ 4.4mm SonyUSB 3.0 2x for external storage12V Trigger OUT 1x for external equipment12V Trigger IN YesSoftware/ Decoding Specs/ RemoteOS Debian 11 (booting time < 25 seconds)Streaming Support Google Cast / Tidal Connect/ Spotify ConnectMusic Client Aurender ConductorDecoding spec PCM 768Khz/ DSD512Remote (BLE) Basic IR Remote + Rotary BLE Remote
Generating expert take…
Aurender emerged in 2010 from South Korea, founded by engineer-entrepreneur Harry Lee, a veteran of the successful TVIX video player venture under WideaLab. Frustrated by the lack of high-quality digital audio playback options, Lee launched the brand—named for "Audio Renderer"—to pioneer premium music servers that prioritized uncompromising performance and user-friendly operation. The debut S10 server, unveiled in 2011 at the California Audio Show, stunned audiophiles and experts, propelling rapid expansion with models like the flagship W20 and more accessible X100L.
The brand specializes in digital source components, including music servers, streamers, and transports, designed to eliminate the compromises of computer-based audio. Manufactured in South Korea with design and marketing handled in California, Aurender's lineup spans entry-level options like the N100 to elite references, all optimized with proprietary software for seamless streaming and file playback. This focus sidesteps amplifiers, speakers, or analog gear, zeroing in on transforming digital files into analog-rivaling sound.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, Aurender commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its engineering excellence, reliability, and intuitive ecosystem. Trusted by professionals worldwide, it has reshaped digital playback standards, drawing top distributors and fueling a "good/better/best" range that elevates systems without complexity.
See all Aurender listings on RADAR.
