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Roon Ready Partner Update: April 2025

Welcome to our April 2025 Partner Update! This month brings an exciting array of new Roon Ready and Roon Tested devices to enhance your music listening experience. From powerful AV receivers and streamers to elegant integrated amplifiers, our ecosystem continues to grow with high-quality audio components from renowned manufacturers.

We’re particularly thrilled to announce thirteen new certified devices from brands including Denon, FiiO, HiBy, Marantz, Orchard Audio, Rotel, Shanling, and Technics. Each of these devices offers seamless integration with your Roon ecosystem, delivering exceptional audio performance and expanding your options for enjoying high-resolution music throughout your home.

Let’s explore the latest additions that will take your listening experience to new heights.

Denon AVR/AVC-S670H are Roon Ready

The AVR-S670H is a 5.2-channel AV receiver that supports 8K video passthrough, Dolby TrueHD, and DTS HD Master Audio decoders, delivering high-definition surround sound. With HEOS Built-in, you can stream music to Denon Home wireless speakers throughout your home. The AVC-S670H offers similar features with a high-performance discrete 5-channel amplifier, providing up to 135W per channel for dynamic sound. Both models include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and AirPlay 2 connectivity, along with Audyssey room correction technology for optimized audio performance. Seamlessly integrating with your Roon ecosystem, the AVR-S670H and AVC-S670H deliver exceptional audio and video quality for an immersive home theater experience

Denon AVR/AVC-X3800H is Roon Ready

This 9.4-channel AV receiver delivers 105W per channel at 8 ohms, supporting Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced, and Auro-3D for immersive 3D audio. It features 8K video passthrough on all six HDMI inputs and three outputs, along with HEOS Built-in for wireless music streaming. The AVR-X3800H includes advanced room calibration with Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and Dirac Live, ensuring optimized audio performance. Seamlessly integrating with your Roon ecosystem, the AVR-X3800H provides an extraordinary home theater experience.

Denon DRA-900H is Roon Ready

This 2.2-channel AV receiver delivers 100W per channel at 8 ohms, supporting 8K video passthrough and high-resolution audio playback. With HEOS Built-in, you can stream music wirelessly and share it with HEOS-enabled speakers throughout your home. The DRA-900H features advanced sound engineering, built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and compatibility with AirPlay 2, ensuring seamless integration with your Roon ecosystem for an exceptional audio experience.

Denon PMA-900HNE is Roon Ready

This 2-channel integrated amplifier features Advanced High Current amplifier design, delivering 85W per channel at 4 ohms. It supports high-resolution audio playback, including ALAC, FLAC, WAV up to 24-bit/192kHz, and DSD256. With HEOS Built-in, you can stream music from various services, and the PMA-900HNE offers digital inputs, MM/MC phono input, and Bluetooth connectivity. Seamlessly integrating with your Roon ecosystem, the PMA-900HNE enhances your listening experience from any source.

FIIO K17 is Roon Ready

This high-end desktop DAC and headphone amplifier features the flagship AKM DAC chip combination of AK4191 and dual AK4499EX, delivering exceptional audio fidelity. The K17 supports high-resolution audio up to PCM 32-bit/384kHz and DSD256, ensuring your music sounds its best. With a fully discrete AB-class transistor amplification circuit, it provides a powerful output of up to 4000mW per channel, easily driving various headphones and IEMs. Connectivity options include USB, coaxial, optical, Bluetooth inputs, and balanced and single-ended headphone outputs. Seamlessly integrating with your Roon ecosystem, the FiiO K17 offers the ultimate fusion in audio experience with its retro elegance and modern technology.

HiBy R8 II is Roon Ready

This high-end digital audio player features the advanced Darwin-MPA architecture, delivering exceptional audio fidelity with support for high-resolution formats up to DSD1024 and PCM1536. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 and running on Android 12, the R8 II offers a seamless and responsive user experience. It boasts 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD. With its robust stainless steel chassis, dual Class A/AB amplification, and femtosecond crystal oscillators, the HiBy R8 II ensures precise, high-quality sound. Thanks to its excellent integration with Roon, the R8 II provides an outstanding portable audio experience for anyone who loves music.

Marantz AV 10 is Roon Ready

This reference-level 15.4-channel AV processor is designed for the most demanding home theater systems. It supports all major immersive audio formats, including Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Auro-3D, and offers 8K video passthrough on all seven HDMI inputs. The AV10 features Marantz’s proprietary HDAM amplification circuitry, meticulously tuned by Marantz Sound Masters for exceptional performance. With HEOS Built-in, you can stream high-resolution music from leading platforms like TIDAL and Amazon Music HD. The AV10 also includes advanced room optimization with Dirac Live and Audyssey MultEQ XT32, ensuring your audio is perfectly tailored to your environment.

Marantz STEREO 70s is Roon Ready

We are thrilled to announce that the Marantz Stereo 70s is now Roon Ready! This slimline stereo receiver delivers 75W per channel and supports 8K video passthrough, combining the technologies of full-size surround sound home theaters with the simplicity of a two-channel system. The Stereo 70s features Marantz’s custom HDAM amplification circuitry, meticulously tuned for superior sound quality. With HEOS Built-in, you can stream high-resolution music from leading platforms like TIDAL and Amazon Music HD. The receiver also includes six HDMI inputs, ARC support, and high-resolution audio playback up to 192kHz/24-bit and DSD. Seamlessly integrating with your Roon ecosystem, the Marantz Stereo 70s offers an exceptional audio experience for all your home entertainment needs.

Orchard Audio PecanPi+ Streamer is Roon Ready

This ultra-high fidelity music streamer combines a built-in DAC and headphone amplifier, delivering studio-quality sound in a home environment. The PecanPi+ supports high-resolution audio playback and can be controlled wirelessly using your phone, tablet, or computer. It features RCA outputs and a 1/4″ headphone jack with a 3.5mm adapter. With its seamless integration into your Roon ecosystem, the PecanPi+ Streamer offers delightful streaming performance anywhere in your home.

Rotel DX-5 is Roon Tested

This high-performance streaming amplifier features the advanced ESS SABRE DAC chip, delivering exceptional audio fidelity with support for high-resolution formats up to PCM 32-bit/384kHz and DSD256. The DX-5 is a complete integrated amplifier, with single-ended RCA and HDMI ARC inputs for versatile connectivity. It also includes coaxial, TOSLINK, Bluetooth inputs, alongside coaxial S/PDIF and USB options, providing flexibility for various audio sources. With power output reaching 25 watts per channel at 8 ohms, the Rotel DX-5 offers outstanding audio performance and versatility for listening systems anywhere in your home.

Shanling SM1.3 is Roon Ready

We’re excited to announce that the Shanling SM1.3 is now Roon Ready! This advanced network streamer marks Shanling’s debut in the Roon ecosystem. The SM1.3 features Shanling’s next-generation streaming platform with enhanced capabilities, comprehensive connectivity options, and high-resolution audio support. As Shanling’s first Roon Ready product, the SM1.3 represents an exciting new partnership that brings their renowned audio expertise to Roon users worldwide.

Technics SC-C65 is Roon Ready

This versatile network CD receiver supports a wide range of music sources, including CDs, radio, and streaming services. With Technics’ renowned sound engineering, the SC-C65 delivers high-resolution audio playback up to PCM 32-bit/384kHz and DSD256. Seamlessly integrating with your Roon ecosystem, the SC-C65 ensures an exceptional listening experience for all your music needs.

Technics SC-C70MK2 is Roon Ready

This upgraded network CD receiver offers enhanced audio performance and includes a built-in moving magnet phono stage for vinyl enthusiasts. Supporting high-resolution audio playback up to PCM 32-bit/384kHz and DSD256, the SC-C70MK2 provides various connectivity options, such as Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, and Chromecast. With its seamless integration into your Roon ecosystem, the SC-C70MK2 delivers outstanding sound quality and flexibility for all your music needs.

Roon provides an amazing new way to experience your music. What it does with our partners’ products is magic. See the full list of Roon Partners!

How to Roon: Add streaming to your stereo system

Are you looking for a way to upgrade the streaming capabilities of your existing audio system but don’t know quite where to start? If so, fear not, you’re not alone! This is easily one of our most-asked questions, and for good reason. Pulling it off tastefully can feel a bit like conquering the home audio equivalent of having your high-res streaming cake and eating it too!

The Listeners Compass: Reference Tracks by Jamie Madden

Every device audition or potential purchase begins with a question: “How do I know what it will sound like and what should I listen for to figure that out?” Today, we’re continuing our series that explores the critical tools of audio evaluation – reference tracks. These aren’t just songs we love; they’re precision instruments for understanding and assessing audio reproduction.

Vinyl victories: Victrola’s Stream Sapphire makes vinyl Roon Ready

The resurgence of vinyl is a testament to the power of music in its most enduring form. While streaming offers limitless choice and easy consumption, vinyl invites a more mindful, intentional connection—one that invites listeners to slow down, be present, and experience music as both sound and art.

Roon Partner Update: March 2025

We’re excited to announce an impressive lineup of new Roon-compatible devices from respected audio manufacturers. This month, we’re especially excited to highlight Victrola’s innovative streaming turntable series, which bring vinyl into the digital age with our new Roon Ready Relay technology. Matrix Audio joins the Roon Ready family with their precision-engineered digital audio transports, while Technics expands their offerings with versatile network CD receivers. We’re also pleased to welcome Rotel’s premium headphone amplifier to our Roon Tested program, ensuring perfect compatibility with your Roon ecosystem. From vinyl enthusiasts to digital audiophiles, March’s update brings something special for music lovers of all preferences.

How to Roon: Add Your Music Collection

Roon is a wonderland for music lovers best known for its immersive music experience and audiophile sound quality. While customers’ reasons for using Roon are as varied and unique as music itself, many who now can’t live without it initially discovered our software while searching for the ultimate all-in-one music management and player solution.

The Listener’s Compass: A Reference Track Series

Every listener’s journey begins with a question: “How do I know what I’m really hearing?” Today, we’re launching a new series that explores the critical tools of audio evaluation – reference tracks. These aren’t just songs we love; they’re precision instruments for understanding and assessing audio equipment.

Our inaugural piece comes from Konstantin Davy, an acoustic engineer whose unique perspective bridges multiple worlds of audio. With experience as a touring musician, recording engineer, and transducer designer, Konstantin brings a rare combination of practical and technical expertise to the discussion. His career spans from the stage to the laboratory, giving him an intimate understanding of how music should sound – both in theory and in practice.

How to Roon: Optimizing Headphone Audio with OPRA

Have you ever wished there was something you could do to make your favorite music sound a bit better — something that didn’t require purchasing new gear? Or maybe you’ve read that advanced EQ tuning could transform your headphones but felt out of your depth and overwhelmed by the technical complexity? If so, we’re got just what you need! In this installment of How to Roon, we’re exploring OPRA (Open Profiles for Revealing Audio) — a feature that makes professional-grade headphone optimization accessible to everyone.

Roon Partner Update: February 2025

February brings an exciting array of new Roon Ready devices from some of the most innovative names in high-end audio. From McIntosh’s sophisticated DS200 Streaming DAC to HiFi Rose’s feature-rich RS151 network streamer, this month’s additions showcase the diverse ways our partners are pushing the boundaries of digital audio excellence. We’re particularly excited to welcome Axxess to the Roon family with their complete Forté series, while HiBy’s flagship RS8 player and Nagra’s precision-engineered Streamer round out a month of exceptional new offerings. Each of these devices represents a unique approach to delivering the superior listening experience that Roon users have come to expect.

Roon Partner Update: January 2025

We’re kicking off 2025 with an exceptional lineup of new Roon Ready devices! This month, we’re proud to welcome prestigious manufacturers Cabasse, FiiO, Marantz, McIntosh, Primare, Roksan, Vitus Audio, and Volumio to our growing ecosystem. From McIntosh’s powerful MSA5500 streaming integrated amplifier to Roksan’s innovative Caspian with its advanced Euphoria architecture, these new additions represent the cutting edge of audio technology and demonstrate our commitment to providing audiophiles with the finest listening experiences possible.