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PLEASE CHECK AVAILABILITY BEFORE CONFIRMING YOUR PURCHASE! Our stock can change any minute – we sell through various sales channels.Brand New! – Closed BoxWe are authorised dealers of the finest audio gear and musical instruments.Note 1: Free shipping within EU. Shipping price to any other country is an estimate. Please message us for specific shipping price to your particular location.Note 2: This product is custom ordered, please check availability and/or eventual shipping delay.Note 3: 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 4: We can quote any kind of bundle with our products at the most convenient prices. Just visit our store and ask for it.HI FI ROSE RS250A – WIRELESS NETWORK STREAMERThe HiFi Rose RS250A Network Streamer is your cutting-edge companion for audio and video entertainment. This streamer, DAC, and pre-amplifier allows you to immerse yourself in the sonic tapestries of timeless albums, as well as the engaging graphics and dynamic performances of the latest music videos. The RS250A is ideal for the voracious music fan who wants to access entertainment with a simple touch of the finger.A Better Build For Better SoundRS250A utilizes rigid aluminum panels to isolate micro-vibrations and maximize thermal efficiency. Music You Can TouchThe RS250A's 8.8-inch touch screen makes it easy to operate, and you can move from audio to video with a simple swipe of your finger. The front panel can display album art and music videos (capable of video playback at 60 fps) or custom VU meters.The Best Streaming Built-InAll your favorite streaming platforms are readily available via HiFi Rose's Rose Connect app with support for Apple Music, TIDAL, Qobuz, Bugs, Rose Tube, and internet radio stations. RS201E is Roon Ready with Spotify Connect, Airplay, Bluetooth A2DP, and DLNA support.Watch Your Favorite Videos in Ultra HD 4KEvery HiFi Rose streamer goes beyond audio with a 4K capable HDMI output for video.Our custom RoseTube app delivers YouTube content with a custom interface that is optimized for music lovers. You’ll find curated music videos, concerts, and be able to connect to your own YouTube account. TIDAL subscribers also have access to a large library of iconic music videos as well as unique TIDAL video content. The VIDEO app provides access to your locally stored media, whether on the internal storage, or networked drive. Internal Storage Options and Local Digital Music LibrariesEasily add a 2.5-inch SSD hard drive inside your HiFi Rose to store your local music collection. This also unlocks additional functionality, including the ability to cache your most played music on TIDAL and videos on RoseTube to maintain error-free playback even when your internet connection isn’t at 100%.Linear Power Circuit DesignThe full linear power supply provides a clean, reliable power supply to the CPU and audio output circuits. The design blocks noise that could potentially affect the sensitive DAC; the result is crystal-clear playback.CD Playback & CD RippingWith the RS201E, you can play and rip music on a CD by connecting our optional RSA-780 external CD drive via USB. You can extract the sound source from CDs as WAV or FLAC files and save them to SSD or USB.Operate with Your Mobile Device or Remote ControlThe Rose Connect remote control app completes the ultimate user experience letting allows users to conveniently control and manage HiFi Rose devices. The remote control app works on various platforms, including iPhone, iPad, Android phones, and PC. Additionally, you can control the device simply and easily using the provided Bluetooth remote control.SpecificationsOperating System: Customized Android 7.1 based Rose OS Ver 1.22.4Dimensions: 10.9" W x 7.9" D x 3" H / 278mm W x 231mm D x 83mm HWeight: 7lbs / 3.2 Kg.Materials: Aluminum Top Plate With Plastic SidesDisplay: 8.8" Wide Viewing Angle Multi-Touch PanelCPU: Hexa Core CPUDual-core Cortex-A72 up to 1.8GHzQuad-core Cortex-A53 up to 1.4GHzGPU: Mali-T864 GPU, OpenGL ES 1.1/2.0/3.0/3.1, OenVG1.1, OpenCL, DX11Memory: LPDDR3 4GByteDAC Chip: ES9028 ProOutput Level: Max 2.3Vrms (Unbalanced)THD: 0.0002% (1kHz 2.3Vrms Unbalanced output)THD + N: 0.0003% (1kHz 2.3Vrms Unbalanced output)IMD: -102dB (SMPTE 4:1, 60Hz:7KHz)Signal to Noise Ratio: 116dB (A-wt)Dynamic Range: Max 126 dB (CCITT filter)Stereo Crosstalk: Better than -133dB, 20-20kHzOutput Frequency Response: 20Hz to 40,000 (+/-0.5dB)Output Impedance: 100ΩNetwork Connection Network Support: Ethernet 10/100/1000 BASE-TWiFi (802.11 b/g/n/a/ac) 2.4Ghz/5Ghz Dual BandBluetooth: Bluetooth supported (A2DP Sink, AVRCP v1.3)Audio Services: Streaming: Airplay / DLNA / Roon Ready / MQA Full DecoderMusic Service: TIDAL / Internet Radio / PodcastInput/Output Audio Input: Line Input x 1, Optical In x 1, COAX x 1, USB Audio In x1Audio Output: PreAmp Out (Unbalanced RCA) x 1, Optical Out x 1, COAX x 1, USB Audio Out x1,Headphone Out x1Video Output: HDMI 2.0 x 1 ( up to 3840 x 2160 / 60Hz )Media Connection: USB3.0 x 2 ( File System - NTFS/FAT32, Supported Capacity - Max. 10TB )SATA3.0 SSD x 1 ( File System - NTFS, Supported Capacity - Max. 4TB )Network Support Protocol - SMB/FTP/WebDavSupported Codec Audio: MQA, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE, DFF, DSF, AAC, CDA, AMR, APE, EC3, E-EC3, MID, MPL, MP2, MPC, MPGA, M4APCM: 8KHz~768KHz (8/16/24/32bit per Sample)Native DSD: DSD64(2.8MHz)/DSD128(5.6MHz)/DSD256(11.2MHz)/DSD512(22.5792Mhz)Video: ASF, AVI, MKV, MP4, WMV, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4 H.263, H.264, H.265, VC-1, VP9, VP8, MVCH.264/AVC, Base/ Main/High/High10 up to 4Kx2K@30fps H.265/HEVC, Main/Main10 profile@ level 5.1 High-tier up to 4Kx2K@60fpsVoltage/Power: Input Voltage : AC100-120V,220-240V 50/60HzInput Power : 50WUpdate: SW update via Internet, USB OTA, Rose StoreRemote Control Remote Control: Bluetooth remote controlRemote App: ROSE Connect (Android, iOS) / Google PlayStore, App StoreAccessories: Power Cord x 1, Bluetooth Remote Controller x 1 (AAA Battery x 2),Manual x 1, SSD Screw x 4

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# HiFi Rose

HiFi Rose is a South Korean audio brand founded in 2017 as a division of Citech Company, Ltd., an industrial electronics manufacturer established in 1967. The brand was created by Citech's Chairman Youngmin Kim, a passionate audiophile who sought to apply the parent company's decades of expertise in touchscreen interfaces and embedded systems to premium audio equipment. Based in Seoul, HiFi Rose operates with approximately forty dedicated engineers and designers who develop proprietary technologies in-house rather than relying on third-party solutions.

The brand has built its reputation primarily on network streamers and digital audio components, with flagship models including the RS150B streaming DAC and RS250A network streamer. HiFi Rose distinguishes itself through large, intuitive touchscreen interfaces, support for high-resolution audio formats up to DSD512, and proprietary GaN FET Class-D amplification technology. The company expanded into integrated amplification with the RA180, unveiled at Munich High End in 2023, which combines modern industrial design with analog-focused circuitry.

HiFi Rose occupies the premium segment of the market, with pricing typically ranging from approximately $2,700 to $7,000 for core products. The brand appeals to discerning listeners seeking contemporary digital streaming solutions with refined user interfaces and robust build quality. While relatively young, HiFi Rose has garnered respect within audiophile circles for its engineering rigor and willingness to innovate beyond conventional streaming-device conventions, though long-term reliability data remain limited given its recent market entry.

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