LINKPLAY TECHNOLOGY INC. LAUNCHES THE WIIM PRO PLUS MUSIC STREAMER

Linkplay Technology has launched the WiiM Pro Plus, their feature-rich Audiophile-Grade Music Streamer.

The WiiM Pro Plus music streamer features a new generation DAC, ADC, and enhanced audio-quality, all within its sleek, simple and cost-effective package.

WiiM Pro Plus streamer and remote

WIIM PRO PLUS

Linkplay Technology Inc., has built a reputation for offering premium smart home experiences through simple and affordable connected AI products.

WiiM Pro Plus promises easy, audiophile grade streaming

Now they are launching the WiiM Pro Plus, an upgraded version of the popular WiiM Pro audio streamer. The WiiM Pro Plus offers, says Linkplay, a more powerful audiophile-grade music quality, now with a premium AKM DAC built-in. The WiiM Pro Plus is designed to significantly enhance audio quality, simplify the streaming system set-up and reduce the total system cost for music enthusiasts.

MUSIC STREAMING EXPERIENCE

“My vision for the WiiM Pro Plus was clear: to create a product that reflects our users’ desires and elevates their music streaming experience,” said Dr. Lifeng Zhao, CEO of Linkplay Technology. “The WiiM Pro Plus stands as a statement of our dedication to providing music enthusiasts with a seamless and enriching audio experience.”

WiiM Pro Plus remote

WIIM PRO PLUS ENHANCED AUDIO QUALITY

The ‘Plus’ in WiiM Pro Plus stands for better audio quality, making it superior to the WiiM Pro when using Line Output or Line Input ports. Upgrades in the WiiM Pro Plus include:

BURR BROWN AUDIO ADC

Better ADC for Line Input: It uses a TI Burr-Brown Audio PCM1861 ADC (analogue to digital convertor), achieving up to 192kHz/32-bit digital output, to convert analogue sounds from devices like record players, MP3 players or TVs into digital format. This is designed to give a clearer, more detailed sound, with a signal-to-noise ratio of 110 dB.

WiiM Pro Plus is designed to add streaming to a legacy HiFi system

ULTRA LOW NOISE CLOCK

Ultra-low Noise Clock, Power, and Circuit Design: It uses an ultra-low noise clock, power supply, and careful PCB layout to achieve less than -110dB THD+N performance for analogue audio output.

AKM DAC CHIP

Included Premium AKM DAC and TI OP AMP for Better Line-Out Audio Quality: It features a new generation AKM 4493SEQ premium DAC that is able to achieve low distortion and wide dynamic range thanks to AKM’s Velvet Sound Technology. It supports up to 768 kHz PCM, and DSD512, with PCM/DSD automatic switching ideal for the latest high-resolution audio source.  Achieve 120 dB (A-wt) SNR, THD+N of -110dB from 44.1k to 192k.

WiiM Pro Plus is compact

MAKE YOUR LEGACY AUDIO EQUIPMENT SMART

The WiiM Pro Plus caters to those seeking to revive beloved, decades-old, high-quality audio systems or those looking to modernize and connect their current audio equipment. By connecting your audio gear to WiFi, Ethernet, RCA, TOSLINK or Coax output, the WiiM Pro Plus simplifies the process, ensuring a smooth transition. Its compatibility with voice assistants such as Siri, Alexa and Google grants you the freedom to choose your preferred voice control method, allowing easy management of music selection, volume adjustments and playback. The WiiM Pro Plus is sold in a bundle with the voice remote controller, providing another alternative of wireless control and comfort.

WIIM PRO PLUS STREAMING

WiiM Pro Plus supports AirPlay 2, Alexa Casting, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, Amazon Music, TIDAL, Deezer, TuneIn, iHeartRadio and more. It also features Chromecast Audio, which lets you cast YouTube Music, TV audio, radio stations, podcasts and local content directly from your favourite Chromecast-enabled App. Roon Ready will also be supported soon.

WiiM Pro Plus in the system

SIMPLE SET UP

WiiM Pro Plus will pop up automatically in the WiiM Home app. With the simple in-app guide and compact size, the device can be set up in less than two minutes. Software updates, Roon Ready certification and Parametric EQ are expected in the near future and are automatic OTA.

WIIM PRO PLUS PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

The WiiM Pro Plus, is sold as a bundle with the voice remote, is available now in the USA for $219.

In the UK the Wiim Pro Plus will be available a little later this month, at £219, from Henley Audio’s network of dealers.

HiFi PiG will have one to test out soon.

HiFi PiG Says: The WiiM products including the WiiM Pro Plus are great for making streaming accessible to all, with different levels at very realistic pricing. It is also brilliant to see them available through Henley Audio in the UK.