AurisBlume Pro HiFi Bluetooth 5.3 Music Receiver Long Range Bluetooth Adapter with Audiophile DAC, LDAC, aptX HD, OLED Display & Optical Coaxial AUX Output for Home Stereo, AV Receiver or Amplifier

This device qualifies as one of Hi-fi's greatest value products of all time. That's one heck of a claim. We're talking NAD's original 3020 integrated amplifier from 40+ years ago, Rega's RB300 tonearm, Naim's Nait amplifier, Denon's DL-103 phono cartridge, and Epos ES11 loudspeakers to name just a few who I believe also qualify.I will explain why I believe this to be the case with the BluMe Pro:I have been experimenting with audio streamers since 2009 when I become beta tester for Oppo with their first Blu-ray player, the BDP-83. I wanted it primarily for the Blu-ray and Hi-Rez (SACD/DVD-Audio) support. I quickly discovered you could load it up with digital audio files with a connected hard drive. I was fascinated by the convenience from a dedicated audio (and video) component being able to do this without having to use the headphone out of an iPod.In the intervening years I have owned a variety of other, increasingly more advanced streamers. I recently sold my beloved close-to-a-thousand-bucks streamer (I won't mention the brand, but the brand sounds like it's going to always be on it's own, and the model number is - in part - also the name of a larger Audi sedan) - and all because it didn't sound any better than when I was using Auris' BluMe Pro (both with the same external Chord 2Qute DAC) with my LDAC-supported Android phone (OnePlus 12).Why should one digital transport sound much different from another? Answer; because one is (lossy) Bluetooth. Well, lossy doesn't have to mean a noticable drop in sound quality. Just ask Boothroyd Stuart. And with Bluetooth Version 5.3 using (at both ends of the wireless feed) the very good aptX HD, or the even higher-spec'd LDAC, the results are very impressive.Bluetooth gets sneered at by some members of the audio enthusiast community because they aren't aware how far Bluetooth has come in recent years - so long as the source and the reveiver both support (and in particular) have activation* of the better codecs such as Sony's LDAC and Qualcom's aptX HD.The BluMe Pro has a very highly respected ESS DAC chip (ES9028Q2M) on board. For those who have a preferred external DAC, there are optical and coaxial digital outputs.I spent a couple of weeks living with both my wonderfully built streamer and my OnePlus 12 phone/BluMe Pro BT receiver performing side-by-side with digital decoding duties catered for by a 2Qute DAC from Chord Electronics. I played lots of rock, folk, classical, female vocal, electronic and alternative music to give me some clue as to what the sonic differences might be.My carefully placed B&W 804D4 speakers are revealing enough to tell me what I generally want to know, but I couldn't say one of these two digital sources sounded better than the other.As I prefer the app I use on my phone (Pulsar), I decided to keep the phone/BluMe Pro set-up.Pros:Sound qualityConnection speedSound qualityRangeSound qualityEase of use.Cons:Display isn't big enough to appreciate in most set-ups. Thankfully, the info it delivers is also on your mobile device.I would feel better about it's performance if it cost 3 x as much.Try it. If you can judge performance based on what you hear rather than what you have been told about Bluetooth, you will likely be thrilled with the BluMe Pro. Bluetooth now supports up to 96kHz. CD (RedBook) stops at 44.1kHz.Activation*Many Android devices claim to support aptX HD and/or LDAC, but some of them require activation in either your Bluetooth settings, or in your phone's 'Developer Options' list (once connected to a compatible Bluetooth receiver). A Google search for 'Developer options for <your phone>' is recommended if you are not familiar with how to access this mode.

As an audiophile, I'm constantly on the hunt for devices that can elevate my music listening experience. The Auris Blume Pro HiFi Bluetooth 5.0 Music Receiver has been a game-changer for me. This device has bridged the gap between the convenience of Bluetooth and the high-quality audio I crave.First and foremost, the audio quality is simply outstanding. The receiver's ability to deliver rich, detailed sound is remarkable. Whether I'm listening to classical symphonies or the intricate layers of a jazz ensemble, every note comes through with exceptional clarity and depth. It's a true pleasure to hear my favorite tracks in such high fidelity.One of the standout features for me, as an Android user, is the support for LDAC at 96KHz/24Bit. This high-resolution audio codec ensures that I'm getting the best possible sound quality over Bluetooth. The difference is palpable, especially when paired with high-quality recordings and headphones or speakers.The build quality and design of the Auris Blume Pro are also noteworthy. It's sleek and compact, easily fitting into my audio setup without being obtrusive. Setting it up was a breeze, and it connected seamlessly to my devices.In conclusion, the Auris Blume Pro is an absolute must-have for anyone who values audio quality. It's a rare find that offers the convenience of Bluetooth without compromising on sound. Whether you're an Android user taking advantage of the LDAC codec or simply seeking a high-fidelity Bluetooth audio receiver, the Auris Blume Pro will not disappoint. Highly recommended!Sorry Apple users, your audio quality will not be as good as it uses the AAC codec. Subpar performance from the Apple hype machine.

I had an older version and loved it. So I upgraded to the new model. As they promoted it, it has some improvement in sound. I recommend high quality cables if you are fussy about sound quality like I am. I've never been disappointed with their products EVER.The dack kicks ass, proving you can make reference quality products, without putting a ridiculous price tag on it. I'm extremely picky on sound quality and representation. You get it with these folks.I get a slightly higher sound than my reference dac that's a ridiculous price. It's that awesome on my reference amplifier and speakers. I also have a second one in my bedroom, which is an older system. Again it kicked ass and produced beautiful quality reference sound out of my older analog system. I highly recommend their products. Remember to use quality Shielded cables, it deserves that.

I hooked this up per the manual, very simple and it paired quickly and sounded great but it only played about forty five minutes and just shut off and would not come back on. I bought this while my receiver was being recapped and it took longer than expected so be sure to test it before the 30 day return window is closed.Update: Discovered circuit power off, now working as should.

I bought this product to replace a blue tooth receiver that died.We were greatly surprised by the clean and well defined audio it was supplying to our Yamaha amplifier via a fiber optic cable. It was also incredibly easy to connect to our phones.I really like the led screen displaying the info too.