Aurender ACS10 Server / Streamer, Ripper and Backup

Description

MY TAKE: The ACS10 is a do-it-all product that combines the company's state of the art server/streamer with internal ripping capabilities and dual internal drives that can be set for automatic redundant back up (RAID) or used to double storage space. Available with dual 4TB, 8TB or 12TB drives allowing 8TB, 16TB or 24TB of total storage is RAID backup is not used. The internal storage/backup can be utilized by other Aurender units as well. The full-featured control app also allows editing of metadata! Additionally, for those with extensive CD collections, the ACS10 is compatible with the Nimbie Autoloader which can rip up to 100 CDs unattended! This is going to be a very popular model! - Galen Carol

The Aurender ACS10 was developed to eliminate the reliance upon computers and other IT products for the management of digital music file libraries. Its primary functions are what any audiophile needs to support and manage a file-based media audio playback system. These many functions are consolidated within the ACS10’s architecture with great attention given to the simplification of the tasks at hand. Additionally, ACS10 can be used as a server/streamer when mated with a USB DAC, or as a companion to an existing Aurender Music Server where it will greatly expand its features, functions, and flexibility. ACS10 is the ideal companion for Aurender users desiring CD ripping, expanded library storage, backup, and metadata editing.

REVIEWS:
 

Audiophile Style (Formerly Computer Audiophile): "The Aurender ACS10 brings the Aurender ecosystem up another yet level. It enables listeners to keep Aurender servers such as the N10, W20, and N100 purely audio devices while handling all the heavy lifting with its more powerful computing platform. At the same time, the ACS10 can operate as a standalone server delivering N10-type quality to USB DACs without issues. The ACS10 is the missing piece to the Aurender ecosystem puzzle because it enables not only multiple Aurender audio zones but also full-featured library management unavailable in previous Aurender servers. The ACS10 isn't the two-door spec that gets people back and forth to work on time. It's a Cadillac component in all respects. The fit and finish are classic Aurender, as is the high-touch product support. The one-touch ripping, automatic data redundancy, and completely computer-less operation from start to finish are, among other things, what people are paying for with the ACS10. Add in the fact that the ACS10 functions on a platform of ever-increasing possibilities only limited by one's imagination and continual iOS app updates, and I believe many audiophiles will find that the Aurender ACS10 is the product for which they've been looking a long time." - Chris Connaker

Watch Chris' video on the ACS10

ACS10 Features and Functions -

► One-touch CD Ripping with metadata and cover art retrieval with a unique user-determined target folder depository feature. Tray-loader, industrial-grade CD-ROM drive for ripping only with a choice of FLAC, WAV, MP4, and AIFF codecs.

► File storage on dual 3.5” HDDs with up to 24TB. Available to order in the following factory fitted configurations: 4TB x 2 / 8TB x 2 / 12TB x 2.

► User-configurable HDD backup options. Choose from between RAID 1 mirroring or the total storage capacity of both HDDs (factory set to RAID 1).

► Library syncing and duplicate file removal can be done when an existing Aurender server library is copied into the ACS10 while running the SmartCollect program. If new content is added to the Aurender, SmartCollect needs to be initiated to sync to the ACS10 (this is a manually initiated action, not automatic).

► Support for using ACS10 as central library storage or to expand storage beyond the capacity of an existing Aurender music server. ACS10’s SmartMerge feature will identify a network-attached

W20/N10/A10/N100H/N100C or X100L and allow the user to see content from both libraries combined into one. (SmartMerge can only be used 1+1, one ACS10, and one Aurender music server). The duplicate file removal function is useful when merging libraries.

► Metadata editing application for metadata modification to suit your sorting requirements.

► Media files and streaming content managed using the integrated Aurender Conductor App. Integrated app support for Tidal, Qobuz, Bugs, and Melon (determined by country offering service) and Spotify Connect.

► High-performance USB Audio Class 2.0 output allows ACS10 to function as a music server/streamer when connected to an external DAC.

► 240GB or 480GB SSD for caching (version dependent). 8GB (DDR3) for system memory.

► Full-linear power supply for audio circuitry and “super capacitor” based uninterruptible power supply

(UPS) For stabilizing the ACS10 under an abrupt power outage condition.

► Large 4” color IPS LCD provides album art view when ripping and all system data on functions in use.

► Sampling rates: PCM up to 786kHz/32-bit. DSD up to 256 DoP. Native DSD up to 512.

► Three LAN Ports (one double isolated, two isolated) for connection to a router, an Aurender music server or to daisy-chain another ACS10.

► Three USB ports. One USB 2.0 on front panel, one Audio USB and one USB 3.0 on the rear panel.

► Optional MQA Core software is available through in-app purchase using Aurender Conductor.

► Software support for Acronova “Nimbie” AudioLoader for automated cd ripping.

► Dimensions (WHD): 16.9 x 3.8 x 14 inches / Weight: 27 lbs.