WiiM Ultra now Roon Ready

Roon Labs LLC has officially announced the successful completion of the certification process for the WiiM Ultra streaming device from Linkplay Technology Inc., designating it as Roon Ready. The device will require a firmware update, expected to be released within the next few days. At High End 2024, Linkplay Technology Inc. unveiled another streaming solution that generated significant interest: the WiiM Ultra. The manufacturer touted this device as the ultimate digital hub for music, promising an exceptional experience for digital music enthusiasts.

The ultimate digital hub

Measuring only 205 x 205 x 73 mm, the WiiM Ultra is designed to be more than just a basic streaming device; the manufacturer describes it as a comprehensive solution for all digital music needs, delivering exceptional quality at a remarkably competitive price. This device features a 3.5-inch color touchscreen display and comes with a variety of interfaces, allowing it to stream content from the network through UPnP, Google Chromecast, Spotify Connect, and TIDAL Connect, although it does not support Apple AirPlay 2.

WiiM Ultra now Roon Ready

Now also Roon Ready

From the outset, Linkplay Technology Inc. assured that the WiiM Ultra would achieve Roon Ready status. The company is significantly leveraging the technology provided by Roon Labs LLC. The WiiM Pro and WiiM Pro Plus systems, along with the WiiM Amp, are recognized as Roon Ready, with the WiiM Pro Plus and WiiM Amp also receiving Roon Tested certification. The WiiM Ultra has now officially been granted Roon Ready designation, as it has successfully completed the certification process with Roon Labs LLC.

Availability

According to Linkplay Technology Inc., the only requirement for utilizing the device as Roon Ready is an update to the firmware, which is scheduled to be released in the coming days. This update will be provided to all users at no cost. For individuals who have not yet adopted Roon, Linkplay Technology Inc. and Roon Labs LLC are providing a trial version. Further information is available on the manufacturer’s website.

WiiM Ultra rear panel

Wiim Ultra specifications:

Audio input

• Bring TV sound, recorder, CD player or other sound source into the digital world via either analogue (RCA, Phono) or digital (Optical, HDMI ARC) port, up to 24-bit/192 kHz

Audio output

• Via either analogue (RCA, Headphone) or digital (Coax, Optical, USB) for connection to an amplifier or speaker

• Wireless to another BT, AirPlay or DLNA receiver

• Up to 192 kHz/24-bit, varying sampling frequency and bit depth based on the sound source without resampling via Line Out, Headphone, USB Coax, and Optical SPDIF

Line output

• Maximum output level: 2.1V RMS
• SNR: 121 dB (A-weighted)
• THD+N (1 kHz): 0.00018% (-115 dB) for 44.1k to 192k
• Frequency response curve: +/- 0.05 dB

EQ

• Customize your audio experience with versatile and independent EQ settings for each input source – HDMI, Optical, Line, Phono, BT or Network.
• Access to a robust selection of sound customization options, including 24 preset EQ settings, a 10-band graphic EQ and a 10-band parametric EQ for precise sound adjustments.

Subwoofer output

• Comprehensive bass adjustment
• Adjustable crossover frequency, level, phase and delay.

12 V Trigger

• Automatically turns on your stereo receiver or amplifier

Connection and power

• 100-240V AC input.
• Wi-Fi 6E, 802.11 b/g/n/ax 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz triple band.
• Bluetooth 5.3 with BLE and BT LE Audio, supports both A2DP receiver and transmitter, AVRCP, HID, works with WiiM voice remote control.
• Ethernet, 10M/100 Mbps.
• USB Host for storage – Access personal media library and use as a media server for other WiiM and DLNA devices

Glass-covered 3.5” touch screen

• Displays App widgets, large album art, playback control, play queue, presets, EQ, audio input and output, and device settings
• Guides users through the Out-of-Box Experience and firmware updates
• Provides feedback when there is a change in playback mode
• Allows users to customize background image and display time and date in standby mode

Physical properties

• Dimensions: 205 x 205 x 73 mm
• Weight: 1.3 kg
• LED: 4 colored RGBW LEDs indicate device status
• LCD touch screen: 3.5”
• Volume button: Adjusts volume and play/pause button