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IRIS

Ayon Audio — Streamers

IRIS

The definitive union of digital streaming convenience and vacuum tube purity.

The IRIS emerges as the definitive centerpiece for the modern digital library, merging the vast potential of high-resolution streaming with the soulful, organic transparency of Ayon Audio's legendary vacuum tube engineering. As a successor to the esteemed S-10 lineage, this network music player is designed to bridge the gap between cold, clinical digital reproduction and the tactile, human qualities of a true reference-grade performance. At its core, the IRIS features a fully symmetrical, dual-mono digital-to-analog converter that treats every signal with meticulous care. By employing a pure Class A triode output stage and adhering to a strict no-feedback signal path, the unit preserves the delicate transients and harmonic richness of the recording, ensuring the final output remains untainted by the harshness often associated with digital playback. The sonic character is one of effortless fluidity and expansive holographic imaging. It presents music with a remarkably low noise floor and a natural warmth, allowing for hours of fatigue-free listening. Whether streaming high-resolution files or upsampling PCM to DSD, the IRIS maintains an uncanny ability to retrieve subtle spatial cues and timbral nuances that bring recordings to life. Beyond its acoustic performance, the IRIS offers a highly adaptable platform. Its modular configuration allows for tailored setups, ensuring it meets the unique requirements of your high-end system. From the robust, anti-resonant chassis construction to the refined power supply circuitry, every element is curated to deliver an uncompromising listening experience that reflects the Ayon Audio philosophy of simplicity and purity.

Key Features

01

Class A tube output stage

Utilises high-grade triode tubes for an output signal that prioritises musicality and harmonic integrity.

02

PCM to DSD conversion

Features a switchable engine that converts all incoming PCM signals to DSD for a smoother, more natural presentation.

03

Comprehensive streaming support

Native integration with Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, and Roon for seamless access to high-resolution online libraries.

04

Zero-feedback design

The signal path is kept intentionally simple and direct, avoiding the use of negative feedback for a more authentic sound.

05

JPLAY certified

Guarantees full compatibility and optimal playback quality when using the JPLAY software ecosystem.

Design Philosophy

Chapter 01

Design Philosophy

The engineering behind the IRIS is dictated by the belief that the shortest, simplest signal path yields the highest fidelity. By removing solid-state buffers and negative feedback from the analog output, Ayon creates a direct line between the digital data and your amplifiers. This purist approach ensures that the delicate signal is protected from degradation, maintaining the purity of the original studio master.
Build Quality

Chapter 02

Build Quality

Each IRIS is housed in a heavy-duty, anodised aluminum chassis designed to eliminate vibration and electrical interference. The internals are populated with premium-grade passive components, including audiophile coupling capacitors and gold-pin tube sockets. This rigorous attention to material science ensures both long-term reliability and an aesthetically commanding presence in any rack.
Listening Notes

Chapter 03

Listening Notes

Listeners will immediately notice a rare combination of weight and agility. The IRIS produces bass that is solid and physical, yet the midrange remains liquid and open, characteristic of its tube-based output. It excels at projecting a wide, three-dimensional stage, allowing instruments to be placed with precise intent while maintaining the warmth and fluidity that turn a digital file into a truly captivating musical event.

Specifications

Conversion rate764kHz / 32 bit & DSD512
DAC configuration Fully symmetrical / Dual mono
PCM – DSD converterAll PCM signals → DSD128 or 512 switchable
Tube complement 6N6P, 6H30
Dynamic range >120db
Channel separation >105dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Output level @1 kHz/0,775V -0dB/RCA/XLR0 – 8V rms variable
Output impedance Single-Ended-RCA ~ 700 Ω
Output impedance Balanced-XLR ~ 700 Ω
Digital inputs75 Ω S/PDIF (RCA), TosLink, AES/EBU, I2S/HDMI Front mounted USB type ‘A’ socket for external disk Rear mounted USB type ‘A’ socket for external disk
Digital output – Streamer 75 Ω S/PDIF (RCA)
Network inputs RP-SMA plug Wifi Aerial input (“wireless” network connection) RJ45/LAN Gigabit Ethernet socket (“wired” network connection)
S/N ratio > 115 dB
Frequency response20Hz – 20kHz +/- 0.3dB
Total harmonic distortion @ 1kHz < 0.002%
Remote controlYes
Analog line inputs 2 pair RCA
Analog – Main outputs 1 pair RCA & XLR
Dimension (Wide x Deep – incl. terminals x High – incl. feet) cm48 x 36 x 12 cm
Weight, unit only 12kg