Upon first laying eyes on the config screen, when used to Roon simplicity, one may be overwhelmed by all the options that are available. This is done via the HQPlayer configuration web interface. With the basic installation now covered, HQPlayer needs to be told where to source its input stream (the Roon output), and where to send its output stream (for the LinQ to pick up).
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This automatically installs the required software without any further user input. This is done via the Antipodes web interface, selecting the component in the “Add Software” section, and clicking “install”. In my case, Roon runs on the Antipodes CX and so the HQPlayer Server software needs to be installed there.
This perfectly illustrates the benefits of the modularity of all Aqua products in generic and the LinQ in particular.Īs a first step, the HQPlayer output option needs to be activated by clicking “Add HQPlayer” in Roon Settings – Setup. For instance, SqueezeLite support has just been added to the R&D agenda and the company is also working on a proprietary Audio Network Protocol along with a user-friendly Aqua web mask UI (user interface) with the default values. The beauty of this solution is that the software not only allows for a higher quality of streaming audio, it is also compatible with Roon.īesides the existing UPnP/DLNA module and the new HQPlayer module, Aqua has more modules on the roadmap. The Network Audio Adaptor (NAA) is an embedded version of HQPlayer, running on a dedicated Aqua module just like the Roon and UPnP/DLNA modules. But fortunately, soon thereafter, I learned that Aqua was about to release a Roon-compatible HQPlayer NAA module. To be honest, my initial response was one of disappointment, thinking that the greatest Streaming Endpoint that I have heard would no longer work with the most user-friendly music software in existence. Further, not adhering to Roon certification allows them to release new modules or updates as soon as they are available without the need for renewed certification.
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Suffice to say that the LinQ had been in the certification process for some time but due to delays, the matter was put under pressure and, consequently, decisions were made.Īqua has chosen to retain full control over their implementations to allow them to always choose the path that best represents the core values that Aqua stands for. It’s not my style to get into politics but for those who are interested in the details, there’s written plenty about it in the Roon forums. Prior to this, the zone would simply show a banner that said: “not certified” but, otherwise, the device would work as normal.Īnd, indeed, the LinQ sample that I reviewed had worked absolutely perfectly. Not too long after having published the world premiere Aqua LinQ review, Roon announced that it would stop supporting hardware that is not certified or has not completed the certification process after 21 September. LinQ including one UPnP/DLNA or HQPlayer module: 5.680 euroĪQlink I2S cable with Ethercon (for La Scala and Formula DAC): 365 euroĪQlink new G2 I2S cable with Ethercon (for La Scala and Formula DAC): 385 euroĪQlink I2S cable with RJ45 (for La Voce DAC): 335 euroĪQlink new G2 2S cable with RJ45 (for La Voce DAC): TBA Roon-compatible using HQPlayer Retail prices in the NL including 21% VAT:
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