In recent years, most Network renderer designers have endosed the importance to seperate cpu-intensive applications to dedicated servers to ensure generated noise from cpus not to penetrate to DAC/transporter, so streaming users bought into ideas to move cpu-intensive apps as far away as possible in hifi chain. I am a bit lost with audio circle on the digital streaming platforms at the moment.

For example, the NAA (Network Audio Adapter) module inside the LinQ, together with a high-performance computer or server running HQPlayer Desktop or Embedded. While other solutions are more suitable for those who want to experiment with digital filters and signal processing in general. For them, this is a perfect solution and we are certain they will be happy. To our customers, we want to be clear: we recommend the HQP Core module to the enthusiast who is looking for musical quality and zero-configuration. The goal is extreme sound quality, while at the same time avoiding complex configurations required by HQPlayer Embedded. The HQPlayer-based LinQ Core remains true to the philosophy of aqua brand, it is not aimed at digital signal processing. The Core exploits the new i.MX8 micro (ARM 64bit), with its incredible performance, low‑latency, revolutionary power efficiency and a customized lightweight kernel (UNIX-based). This module has been designed as an Audio Engine for Roon with zero-setup, ready to use immediately. We would like to make an important announcement about the new LinQ Core module, HQPlayer-based.

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