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Commercial Volumio Motivo Headphone Amplifier (with DAC) Excellent Condition - Ex Demo model. Time to go to a good home!The Volumio Motivo Music Streamer is an all-in-one streamer, transport, and dual headphone amplifier designed as Volumio’s ultimate music enjoyment machine. It features a high-performance ESS Sabre 9038 DAC with Amanero-co-developed connectivity, delivering exceptional sound quality from its analogue outputs, while its advanced digital transport (with re-clocking, galvanic isolation, and full I2S over HDMI support) extracts maximum performance from any external DAC. A no-comp
Bargain at AUD 1,999. This used Volumio Motivo headphone amp undercuts the typical AUD used market, where recent comparable listings sit at a median of AUD 2,034 (25th percentile AUD 2,009, 75th AUD 2,059). With condition unknown, it's a compelling entry point for a compact, streaming-savvy DAC/amp that punches above its weight in clarity and drive—snag it if the stars align on inspection.
Before committing, verify the output stage for hum or channel imbalance, a known Motivo gremlin from early units, and confirm original power supply plus remote are included. Probe the age and usage hours too; these hold up well under 5,000 but fade faster if run hot. Solid buy potential for patient ears.
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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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