Auralic Altair G2.1 Audio Streamer
Best high-end streamer for audiophiles seeking a versatile, all-in-one analog hub.
This is the ultimate command center for the modern audiophile who demands absolute sonic purity without the clutter of a massive rack. By consolidating a high-end streamer, DAC, and analog preamp into one chassis, it sacrifices modular flexibility for a remarkably quiet, cohesive, and refined listening experience.
$6099.00
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Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking reference-grade clarity and expansive soundstage performance
- Modern listeners needing an all-in-one high-resolution digital command center
- Design-conscious owners valuing premium build quality and sophisticated aesthetics
Who should skip it
- Budget-focused buyers prioritizing value over high-end luxury components
- Traditionalists preferring simple plug-and-play interfaces over app-based ecosystems
- Vinyl enthusiasts requiring direct analog inputs for turntable integration
Performance breakdown
Signal Integrity
Dual Femto-Second clocks ensure jitter remains virtually non-existent during playback.
Build Construction
The Unity II copper-shielded chassis provides exceptional isolation from external interference.
Streaming Versatility
Seamlessly bridges high-res network files with nearly every major streaming service.
Analog Integration
Dedicated phono stage and line inputs make this a true preamp.
Processing Power
The Tesla G2 platform handles complex high-resolution files with effortless speed.
Vibration Control
Six-spring footer system effectively decouples the unit from mechanical resonance.
Key Specs
Streaming Inputs
Network shared folder, USB Removable Drive, uPnP/DLNA Media Server, TIDAL and Qobuz, Internet Radio, Spotify Connect, SongCast, AirPlay, Bluetooth, RoonReady
Supported File Formats
AAC, AIFF, ALAC, APE, DFF, DSF, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WAV, WV and WMA
Supported Digital Formats
PCM at 44.1 kHz to 384 kHz at 16-32 bits, DSD64 to DSD 512
Digital Inputs
Ethernet streaming (up to 32-bit/384 kHz, DSD 512), USB Audio Device (up to 32-bit/384 kHz, DSD 512), AES/EBU, Coax, Toslink (up to 24-bit/192 kHz), HDD
Analog Outputs
Balanced Output (THD <0.0002%, DNR >124 dB), Singled-Ended Output (THD <0.0003%, DNR >121 dB)
Analog Inputs
Line Input (Single-Ended) with home theater bypass, MM Phono Input
Control Software
AURALiC Lightning DS, Roon, Third Party OpenHome compatible control software
Digital-to-Analog Converter Built-in
Yes
Ethernet Port
Yes
Display Type
None
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