• Alon II Speakers

    •⁠  Overview – The Alon II Speakers, released in the mid-1990s, are American-designed open-baffle hybrid loudspeakers featuring a dynamic woofer and dipole mid/tweeter array for expansive, room-filling soundstage realism.

    •⁠  Open-Baffle Design – Utilizing a dipole midrange and tweeter configuration, Alon II Speakers create exceptional spatial depth and imaging precision, minimizing box coloration while delivering natural, airy high-frequency extension.

    •⁠  Bass Performance – A sealed dynamic woofer provides articulate, tuneful low-frequency response, blending seamlessly with the open midrange section to produce balanced tonality and impressive dynamic scale in medium-sized rooms.

    •⁠  Specifications – 2-way hybrid dipole design, sensitivity approximately 87–89 dB, nominal 4-ohm impedance, recommended amplification 50–200 W, frequency response extending roughly 30 Hz–20 kHz, optimized for high-current solid-state amplification.

    •⁠  Dimensions – Each cabinet measures approximately 39 in high × 12 in wide × 15 in deep, with an open rear mid/high section requiring thoughtful room placement for best performance.

    •⁠  Weight – Each speaker weighs approximately 60–70 lbs (27–32 kg), reflecting solid cabinetry, substantial crossover components and robust driver assemblies.

    •⁠  Product Review – https://www.stereophile.com/floorloudspeakers/471/index.html

  • Lumin U1 Network Transport

    •⁠  Product Overview – Lumin U1 Network Transport, released in 2015, is a reference-grade network transport engineered for ultra-low jitter digital playback, delivering pristine data output to high-end external DACs and digital processors.

    •⁠  Digital Architecture – Built around Lumin’s proprietary streaming platform, it supports native DSD, high-resolution PCM, and precision clocking via dual femto oscillators for exceptional timing accuracy and signal integrity.

    •⁠  Sound Quality – Lumin U1 Network Transport excels in transparency, spatial precision, and micro-dynamic detail, revealing subtle textures and ambient cues while maintaining tonal purity and rhythmic coherence across complex musical passages.

    •⁠  Specifications – Supports PCM up to 384 kHz, DSD128 native, AES/EBU, BNC, RCA, and optical outputs, with isolated Ethernet input and separate digital processing and output stages.

    •⁠  Dimensions – The chassis measures approximately 350 mm (W) × 60 mm (H) × 350 mm (D), featuring a solid CNC-machined aluminum enclosure for effective vibration control.

    •⁠  Weight – Lumin U1 weighs approximately 7 kg, reflecting its robust construction, internal shielding, and high-quality power regulation designed for stable, noise-free digital signal transmission.

  • Melco N100-H20 (2TB) Library and Elite Plixir LPS

    Melco N100-H20 (2TB) Library and Elite Plixir LPS Overview – The Melco N100-H20, introduced in 2018, is a high-performance digital music library whose performance is significantly elevated with the Elite Plixir LPS linear power supply for ultra-low-noise operation.

    Bit-Perfect Music Storage – Designed as a dedicated audiophile server, the Melco N100-H20 provides isolated data paths, optimized Ethernet architecture, and a 2TB HDD for quiet, reliable, bit-perfect music delivery to high-end DACs.

    Improved Power Delivery with Plixir – The Elite Plixir LPS supplies exceptionally clean DC power, reducing noise, enhancing micro-detail, and improving timing accuracy—unlocking far greater transparency and refinement from the Melco platform.

    Seamless Integration & Control – Compatible with UPnP playback, Roon (via bridge), and Melco’s app ecosystem, ensuring stable streaming, low jitter, and superior data handling with both USB and network-based playback systems.

    Dimensions – Melco N100: approx. 215 mm (W) × 61 mm (H) × 269 mm (D). Plixir LPS: approx. 220 mm (W) × 80 mm (H) × 260 mm (D), both compact for versatile rack placement.

    Weight – Melco N100 approx. 3.5 kg; Plixir LPS approx. 5–6 kg. The heavier toroidal design of the Plixir LPS enhances stability and isolation from electrical noise.

  • Lumin D2 Music Server

    Lumin D2 Music Server Overview – The Lumin D2 Music Server delivers high-performance streaming with a premium DAC architecture, offering natural tonality, excellent resolution, and seamless playback across major lossless and high-resolution formats.

    Refined Digital Performance – The Lumin D2 Music Server features dual-mono Wolfson WM8741 DACs, delivering smooth treble, rich midrange texture, and precise low-level detail ideal for resolving modern network-based systems.

    High-Quality Streaming Integration – Lumin’s robust platform supports TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify Connect, Roon Ready, and native DSD/PCM playback, ensuring reliable operation and exceptional sound quality across diverse digital libraries.

    Premium Build & Connectivity – The Lumin D2 Music Server includes fully balanced outputs, low-noise processing, Gigabit Ethernet, and optimized circuit paths to maintain signal purity and system-wide musical coherence.

    Dimensions – Approx. 300 mm (W) × 244 mm (D) × 60 mm (H), compact enough for easy placement while maintaining solid structural rigidity to reduce vibration.

    Weight – Around 2.5 kg, offering a sturdy yet compact chassis that enhances electrical stability without unnecessary mass.

  • Lumin S1 Network Music Streamer

    Lumin S1 Network Music Streamer – Designed for reference-level digital playback, the S1 offers native DSD, dual-mono DAC topology, and exceptional transparency, ideal for resolving high-end systems demanding maximum digital purity.

    Dual-Mono DAC Architecture – Featuring four ESS Sabre ES9018 chips per channel, the Lumin S1 achieves superior channel separation, low noise, and a highly detailed yet natural sonic presentation across all formats.

    High-Resolution Format Support – The S1 supports native DSD128, DXD, and high-rate PCM, ensuring full compatibility with modern digital libraries while maintaining remarkable accuracy, spaciousness, and tonal refinement.

    Precision Build and Connectivity – With robust power regulation, premium components, and wide-format network support, the S1 provides consistent performance, fast response, and seamless integration with advanced NAS and streaming setups.

    Dimensions – Approx. 350 mm (W) × 345 mm (D) × 60 mm (H). Its low-profile chassis fits elegantly into reference digital audio racks and modern streaming systems.

    Weight – Approximately 8–10 kg, offering a solid, vibration-resistant enclosure that enhances DAC stability and overall playback precision.

  • Lumin U1 Mini and Plixir Power Supply

    Lumin U1 Mini

    • Function: Digital Music Transport (No DAC)

    • Supported Formats: PCM up to 384kHz, DSD up to DSD256

    • Outputs: AES/EBU, USB, BNC, RCA, Optical

    • Network: Gigabit Ethernet

    • App Support: Lumin App, Roon Ready, Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify Connect, AirPlay

    • Dimensions: 300 × 244 × 60 mm

    • Weight: 2.5 kg

    Plixir Power Supply (Elite BDC or Equivalent)

    • Type: Balanced DC Linear Power Supply • Output: 12V DC (specially matched for Lumin U1 Mini)

    • Effect: Lower noise floor, improved dynamics and transparency

    • Made in Singapore

  • Lumin X1 Reference Streamer DAC

    Reference Streaming DAC Overview – The Lumin X1 Reference Streamer DAC delivers flagship digital performance with dual-mono conversion, fibre networking and exceptional transparency, providing a world-class digital source for demanding high-end audio systems.

    DAC Architecture & Digital Processing – Featuring dual ESS Sabre ES9038Pro chips, advanced clocking and discrete output stages, the Lumin X1 Reference Streamer DAC achieves remarkable resolution, low noise and natural tonal accuracy across high-resolution formats.

    • DAC: Dual ESS Sabre ES9038Pro (dual-mono)

    • Power Supply: External dual-toroidal linear power supply

    • Inputs: Ethernet, USB, Optical, SPDIF, AES/EBU

    • Outputs: USB, BNC, AES/EBU, Optical, Coaxial, Balanced & RCA analog

    • Formats Supported: PCM up to 384kHz, DSD512, full MQA decoding

    • Clocking: Precision femto clock system

    • Chassis: CNC-milled aluminum dual-chassis

    • Dimensions: Main unit 350 × 345 × 60 mm / Power supply 106 × 60 × 334 mm

    • Weight: ~15kg combined

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