Monitor Audio IMS-4 Music Streamer
Best multi-room streamer for custom home audio installations.
This is the ultimate backbone for a serious whole-home audio setup, packing four independent, high-resolution streaming zones into a single, discreet rack-mount chassis. While it requires a professional touch to install, the trade-off is a seamless, scalable system that plays perfectly with your existing smart home controls.
$2299.00
at
Stereo East Home Theater
Who it's for
- Homeowners needing multi-room audio from a single compact unit
- Audiophiles demanding high-resolution streaming and multi-device ecosystem compatibility
- Professional installers building integrated smart home audio systems
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers seeking affordable multi-room streaming options
- Users wanting an all-in-one solution without additional power amplifiers
- Casual listeners looking for a simple, plug-and-play streaming setup
Performance breakdown
Audio Fidelity
Lossless 24-bit/192kHz support ensures studio-grade playback for discerning listeners.
System Integration
Seamlessly pairs with Control4 and Crestron for professional-grade home automation.
Scalability
Effortlessly expands to 64 synchronized zones for massive multi-room setups.
Software Ecosystem
BluOS platform offers industry-leading stability and intuitive multi-room control.
Rack Efficiency
Slim 1U design maximizes rack space without sacrificing connectivity options.
Source Versatility
Analogue and digital inputs easily bridge legacy gear into modern networks.
Key Specs
Form Factor
1U Rack Mount
Maximum Sampling Rate
192 kHz
Maximum Bit Depth
24-bit
Digital to Analog Converter
Built-in
Ethernet Port
Yes
Wireless Connectivity
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Multi-room Audio Support
Yes
High-resolution Audio Support
Yes
Streaming Service Integration
Tidal Connect, Qobuz
Supported Audio Formats
MP3, AAC, WMA, OGG Vorbis, WMA-L, FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MQA, HRA
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