VOLUMIO PRECISO

Volumio Preciso embodies a listening philosophy that goes far beyond simple digital-to-analog conversion. It is a device conceived as a sensitive extension of the listener’s ear, designed for those who have already traveled far in the world of high-fidelity and now seek a companion capable of revealing the truth of sound—without compromise, without embellishment, without excess. Every component, every circuit line, every design decision stems from an obsession with sonic transparency, aiming for a reproduction that neither adds nor subtracts, but simply unveils the hidden soul behind each recording.

At the core of Volumio Preciso lies a dual mono architecture built around two ESS SABRE ES9039Q2M converters, arranged in a perfectly symmetrical configuration. This approach eliminates crosstalk and ensures impeccable channel separation, creating a three-dimensional, stable, and immersive soundstage. Each channel operates in its own dedicated environment, with independent paths and meticulously selected components to minimize any form of interference. The result is a soundstage that unfolds with natural precision, offering space, depth, and micro-detail with remarkable coherence.

A high-precision MEMS clock guarantees perfect digital synchronization between the two DACs, virtually eliminating jitter and preserving the temporal integrity of the original signal. This results in a smooth, cohesive sound that is never fatiguing, always respectful of the performer’s and sound engineer’s intentions.

One of the most refined aspects of this design is its power supply, conceived not just as a technical necessity but as an integral part of the acoustic performance. The dual linear power supply, fully separated between the analog and digital sections, ensures effective isolation, lowering the noise floor and significantly improving dynamic range. The resulting silence is not an absence, but a living space—deep and inky black—on which each note can emerge with almost tactile clarity.

Every detail serves the pursuit of transparency: from C0G capacitors chosen for their long-term stability, to SMD components selected for their sonic and electrical qualities. Even the volume control, handled by a hardware circuit with 0.5 dB steps, eliminates the need for an external preamplifier, offering a cleaner signal path with fewer interferences and direct dynamic control.

The synergy between Volumio Preciso and the Rivo Plus digital transport allows for a bit-perfect, jitter-free connection, unlocking the full potential of the entire system. However, even when paired with other digital sources, Preciso maintains its reference-grade performance, thanks to its high-quality USB interface and broad compatibility.

The technical specification that best captures the essence of this device is its THD+N of -122.5 dB—a value approaching the limits of professional measuring equipment and indicative of virtually absent distortion. It means that what enters the DAC emerges in the analog domain with near-absolute respect for the signal’s original integrity.

Beneath its compact and understated design, Volumio Preciso hides surprising versatility. It can be used as a pure DAC or as a preamplifier, elegantly adapting to both minimalist setups and complex, multi-source systems. It’s not built to impress with looks, but to reveal—with rare precision—the deepest authenticity of music.

Technical Specifications:

• USB digital input: up to PCM 768kHz/32bit; DSD512
• Optical digital S/PDIF input: up to PCM 192kHz/24bit
• Coaxial digital S/PDIF input: up to PCM 192kHz/24bit
• I2S digital input via HDMI: up to PCM 768kHz/32bit; DSD512
• Balanced stereo analog output: up to 4 Vrms
• Unbalanced stereo analog output: up to 2 Vrms
• Power input: 5V DC / 2A
• Power connector: Barrel jack 5.5 mm (outer diameter); 2.1 mm (inner diameter)
• Power polarity: positive
• Trigger input port: 3.5 mm jack; tip-positive
• Trigger output port: 3.5 mm jack; tip-positive
• USB input: USB 2.0 Type-B connector
• Coaxial S/PDIF input: RCA connector
• Optical S/PDIF input: TOSLINK connector
• Unbalanced stereo output: RCA connectors
• Balanced stereo output: XLR connectors
• Weight: 2.25 kg
• Dimensions: 27 x 15 x 5 cm