guddu478
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Dear FMs,
This is all about an audio streamer/preamp/DAC which is modestly prices but has tremendous capabilities.
Specially for Indian market, Arylic S50 Pro+ could be a great value component for your stereo or home theatre s its available for less than any decent DAC or another streamer with remotely similar capabilities.
While it isn't a new device in the market, it is a new additional to my setup and I felt it is worth sharing my experience in this forum.
Quick snapshot:
- Arylic S50 Pro+ is a 149$ Wireless Streamer / DAC / Preamp, comes with Remote
- It features Sabre ESS9023 DAC, 802.1n Wifi & BT5.0 (aptX/aptX HD/SBC/AAC)
- Supports streaming protocols: AirPlay, DLNA, UPnP, Spotify connect, Qplay
- Priced @ 149$ + tax in US, Amazon India has it listed for 17,500 INR including taxes (and there are some additional discounts available)
Build Quality & Input / Output
Nice looking small metal (probably aluminum) with front display that shows input and volume level on change.
Input: RCA (Analog), WiFi (802.1n 2.4Hz) & Ethernet (10/100 Mbps) streaming, Optical SPDIF, USB (disk playback only), Bluetooth
Output: RCA Line Out, Optical Out, Coaxial Out, Subwoofer Out
Initial Setup
Arylic recommends 4Stream App, available on Apple App Store as well as Android), for initial setup. Devices is discovered as soon as its powered up and then setup follows. Arylic have included manual which contains detailed steps to follow.
Arylic S50 Pro+ - Package Contents (Remote not shown)
Note: Remote isn't shown in this pic but its included.
Now the most important part - PERFORMANCE
After using S50 Pro+ for more than 2 months, here are some key points:
- WiFi connection was always stable and 4Stream as well as Go Control App worked without any issues
- While 4Stream app is used for basic settings and audio source selection etc., another app "Go Control" can be used for additional configuration
- 4Stream app is more or less like Wiim Home app, even options are similar. Looks like one is build over another.
GO CONTROL app - contains advanced options
Line-Out Output - Sound Quality
Sound Quality wise, output was always very clean and neutral. No detectable noise/hum/crackle/pop, just clean and neutral out as you would expect from a DAC.
I found S50 Pro+ performing very well as DAC (optical input from TV) and streamer - just flawless. It maintained neutral presentation all around.
Digital Output: Optical & Coaxial Out to SMSL SU-1
<< Specially because SU-1 DAC is available for about same price as S50 pro+ unit in India, so Does adding an equally priced DAC gives any additional value? >>
To see how S50 pro+ performs with digital output and if external DAC can improve sound, I connected Optical as well as Coaxial output to SMSL SU-1 DAC which is AKM4493 based DAC as oppose to S50 pro+ which is Sabre ESS9023.
Output through SU-1 was similarly clean and neutral which wasn't any detectably different than S50 Pro+ line out. After keep trying to listen any meaningful differenced for couple of days swapping in between, I finally took SU-1 out and I absolutely did not miss anything.
Compatibility with other streamer controller apps, and Multi-Room Audio
I am also a Wiim Ultra owner and use it in a different setup with HDMI ARC input, I found Arylic S50 Pro+ discovered by Wiim Home app as well and I could even link up Wiim Ultra and S50 Pro+ on the app to play same content. This could be something useful for existing Wiim customers that they can build a larger multiroom setup combining these streamers.
Wiim Home App
Subwoofer Out and Crossover
S50 pro+ has subwoofer out and crossover could be controlled with Go Control app. It works as expected without any issues. I am running Revel B10 without any issues integrated with it.
EQ Adjustments
4Stream and Go Control apps allow to adjust EQ, Go Control app even have more options.
Its super easy to use and adjust while it is in use.
GO Control App
What did I miss!
- Apple Airplay 2, high speed WiFi like WiFi5 or 6
- HDMI ARC input
- Font color used on the back is silver-ish which I really struggled to read a few times.
- No PEQ or Room Correction.
Note: using included WiFi antenna is recommended if not keeping S50 pro+ closer to WiFi modem/router.
Summarizing at the end
After using Arylic S50 Pro+ for about 2 months, I found it very capable streamer for just 149$. Apart from HDMI ARC, I did not think there is really anything to complain about.
S50 pro+ is even a better DAC, specially because of the pricing available in India.
Digital volume control, EQ settings and subwoofer crossover makes it extremely good preamp as well.
Its line output's neutral and clean presentation is a BIG PLUS over other similarly priced streamers, it hasn't really left anything to desire from audio output quality.
S50 pro+ being discovered in other apps, like Wiim Home, is also a plus. however, I only use 4Stream and Go Control apps with it on daily basis.
Included Remote feels decent and very responsive to use.
Overall its definitely worth a look.
I personally feel that it is definitely better to look at this product than another similarly priced streamer or DAC.
Please feel free to add your experience or questions if you have any.
Happy Listening.
This is all about an audio streamer/preamp/DAC which is modestly prices but has tremendous capabilities.
Specially for Indian market, Arylic S50 Pro+ could be a great value component for your stereo or home theatre s its available for less than any decent DAC or another streamer with remotely similar capabilities.
While it isn't a new device in the market, it is a new additional to my setup and I felt it is worth sharing my experience in this forum.
Quick snapshot:
- Arylic S50 Pro+ is a 149$ Wireless Streamer / DAC / Preamp, comes with Remote
- It features Sabre ESS9023 DAC, 802.1n Wifi & BT5.0 (aptX/aptX HD/SBC/AAC)
- Supports streaming protocols: AirPlay, DLNA, UPnP, Spotify connect, Qplay
- Priced @ 149$ + tax in US, Amazon India has it listed for 17,500 INR including taxes (and there are some additional discounts available)
Build Quality & Input / Output
Nice looking small metal (probably aluminum) with front display that shows input and volume level on change.
Input: RCA (Analog), WiFi (802.1n 2.4Hz) & Ethernet (10/100 Mbps) streaming, Optical SPDIF, USB (disk playback only), Bluetooth
Output: RCA Line Out, Optical Out, Coaxial Out, Subwoofer Out
Initial Setup
Arylic recommends 4Stream App, available on Apple App Store as well as Android), for initial setup. Devices is discovered as soon as its powered up and then setup follows. Arylic have included manual which contains detailed steps to follow.
Arylic S50 Pro+ - Package Contents (Remote not shown)
Note: Remote isn't shown in this pic but its included.
Now the most important part - PERFORMANCE
After using S50 Pro+ for more than 2 months, here are some key points:
- WiFi connection was always stable and 4Stream as well as Go Control App worked without any issues
- While 4Stream app is used for basic settings and audio source selection etc., another app "Go Control" can be used for additional configuration
- 4Stream app is more or less like Wiim Home app, even options are similar. Looks like one is build over another.
GO CONTROL app - contains advanced optionsLine-Out Output - Sound Quality
Sound Quality wise, output was always very clean and neutral. No detectable noise/hum/crackle/pop, just clean and neutral out as you would expect from a DAC.
I found S50 Pro+ performing very well as DAC (optical input from TV) and streamer - just flawless. It maintained neutral presentation all around.
Digital Output: Optical & Coaxial Out to SMSL SU-1
<< Specially because SU-1 DAC is available for about same price as S50 pro+ unit in India, so Does adding an equally priced DAC gives any additional value? >>
To see how S50 pro+ performs with digital output and if external DAC can improve sound, I connected Optical as well as Coaxial output to SMSL SU-1 DAC which is AKM4493 based DAC as oppose to S50 pro+ which is Sabre ESS9023.
Output through SU-1 was similarly clean and neutral which wasn't any detectably different than S50 Pro+ line out. After keep trying to listen any meaningful differenced for couple of days swapping in between, I finally took SU-1 out and I absolutely did not miss anything.
Compatibility with other streamer controller apps, and Multi-Room Audio
I am also a Wiim Ultra owner and use it in a different setup with HDMI ARC input, I found Arylic S50 Pro+ discovered by Wiim Home app as well and I could even link up Wiim Ultra and S50 Pro+ on the app to play same content. This could be something useful for existing Wiim customers that they can build a larger multiroom setup combining these streamers.
Wiim Home App
Subwoofer Out and Crossover
S50 pro+ has subwoofer out and crossover could be controlled with Go Control app. It works as expected without any issues. I am running Revel B10 without any issues integrated with it.
EQ Adjustments
4Stream and Go Control apps allow to adjust EQ, Go Control app even have more options.
Its super easy to use and adjust while it is in use.
GO Control AppWhat did I miss!
- Apple Airplay 2, high speed WiFi like WiFi5 or 6
- HDMI ARC input
- Font color used on the back is silver-ish which I really struggled to read a few times.
- No PEQ or Room Correction.
Note: using included WiFi antenna is recommended if not keeping S50 pro+ closer to WiFi modem/router.
Summarizing at the end
After using Arylic S50 Pro+ for about 2 months, I found it very capable streamer for just 149$. Apart from HDMI ARC, I did not think there is really anything to complain about.
S50 pro+ is even a better DAC, specially because of the pricing available in India.
Digital volume control, EQ settings and subwoofer crossover makes it extremely good preamp as well.
Its line output's neutral and clean presentation is a BIG PLUS over other similarly priced streamers, it hasn't really left anything to desire from audio output quality.
S50 pro+ being discovered in other apps, like Wiim Home, is also a plus. however, I only use 4Stream and Go Control apps with it on daily basis.
Included Remote feels decent and very responsive to use.
Overall its definitely worth a look.
I personally feel that it is definitely better to look at this product than another similarly priced streamer or DAC.
Please feel free to add your experience or questions if you have any.
Happy Listening.
