SOtM sMS-2000 – network transport with audio server functionality
02.12.2024 16:00 | ~2 minutes read
SOtM company has introduced the SOtM sMS-2000 - the flagship network transport, equipped with audio server functionality. The new device is offered in various configurations, differing in the amount of internal storage.
The SOtM sMS-2000 network transport has absorbed all the advanced technologies developed by the company in recent years, which set new standards in the field of high-quality audio. The built-in tX-USBx10G USB audio host card and sNI-1G Ethernet card represent the culmination of ten years of SOtM development and provide unrivaled sound quality. In addition, a high-quality ATX power supply and ATX power cables designed for the sPM-ATX100 audio system provide exceptional performance.
The SOtM sMS-2000 network transport is based on the sMB-Q370 motherboard. In combination with a high-performance Intel Core i7 processor and DDR4 RAM, it provides the hardware capabilities required for the most resource-intensive audio streaming. In addition, the sMS-2000 transport runs on the proprietary Eunhasu operating system (Linux-based), which supports a range of audio playback programs, including Roon, HQplayer Network Audio Adapter, MPD and DLNA. This OS, specially designed for high-quality audio playback, is free of unnecessary elements for this task and offers unique functions for working with hardware, ensuring unrivaled sound quality.
Recommended retail prices for the SOtM sMS-2000 network transport in Europe vary by configuration and started from €11,499 (i7-9700 / 512GB SSD / 16GB RAM).
Specifications
This product is in the Hi-Fi and High End Electronics and Acoustics database
PC & Servers — SOtM sMS-2000
Model name
sMS-2000
Has internal storage
Yes
Internal storage capacity (GB)
512
Dimensions (mm)
445 x 394 x 115
Weight (kg)
10
Official link
Images from - https://www.sotm-audio.com/sotmwp/english/portfolio-item/sms-2000/
More content
Beogram 4000c Series Saint Laurent Rive Droit Edition – Super-Exclusive Turntable
Bang & Olufsen and Saint Laurent have unveiled a super-exclusive version of the Beogram 4000c turntable – a Bang & Olufsen factory-restored iconic turntable reimagined by the fashion house. Each Beogram 4000c Series Saint Laurent Rive Droit Edition will be sold exclusively at Saint Laurent Rive Droite stores in Paris and Los Angeles, as well as on the YSL and Bang & Olufsen websites, and only 10 units will be produced (the device will likely soon become a museum artifact).
Matrix Audio NT-1 and TT-1 – New Upper Echelon Network Streamers
Matrix Audio has introduced two new network streamers with transport functionality – devoid of a digital-to-analog converter and designed for use with external DACs. Both models are designed in a recognizable futuristic aesthetic and are equipped with large touch screens on the front panel. The streamers are also Roon certified.
SMSL PL200T – CD transport with USB DSD streaming support
SMSL presented the SMSL PL200T CD transport – the highlight of the model was the proprietary SMSL PASS Servo system, which ensures very accurate reading of information from optical media. The SMSL PL200T also has the ability to play MQA-CDs and a very interesting function of working as a digital transport - the device can be used as a digital interface with a USB-C input, supporting digital streams in PCM format with a resolution of up to 32 bit/768 kHz and in DSD format up to DSD512.
Børresen Unveils Six New Floorstanding Speakers in T Series
Børresen has announced significant changes to its range of loudspeakers - the new Børresen T series of loudspeakers, consisting of three models of different sizes (T1, T3 and T5) and three upgraded SSE (Silver Supreme Edition) versions, will replace the Børresen 0 series in the company's product range.
Accuphase A-48S – Current Feedback Topology Amplifier
The current feedback amplification topology and powerful power supply of the new Accuphase A-48S amplifier provides a large reserve and stable output in pure Class A. For a load with an impedance of 8 ohms, 50 watts are available, and halving the load impedance doubles the output power. With a short-term drop in load impedance to 1 ohm, the amplifier is capable of delivering a power of 400 watts.
