Son-Vidéo went above and beyond in their evaluation of the Volumio Rivo. Their rigorous testing covered various music genres and audio setups, ensuring a comprehensive review of not only the hardware setup of the Rivo but how it interacts with Volumio OS as well. Their meticulous attention to detail is something we appreciate at Volumio where we put the same attention into crafting our streamers.  We provided some key highlights of their evaluation, to display how the Rivo not only withstood the test but shined through with the Rivo’s characteristic soundscape, connectivity options, and design.

Key Highlights

Outstanding Sound Quality:

The Volumio Rivo is celebrated for its exceptional sound quality, setting a new standard in audio reproduction. With remarkable clarity and nuanced detail, the Rivo’s soundscape exceeds expectations across diverse music genres. Whether rendering delicate classical compositions or delivering the punch of rock anthems, its fidelity and tonal accuracy are unmatched. This attention to sonic detail ensures a captivating and immersive listening experience. Compared to the Eversolo DMP-A6 Master edition, the Rivo resonates with both audiophiles seeking precision and casual listeners appreciating the richness of their favorite tracks.

Elegant Design:

Another thing Son-Video praised the Rivo for was its elegant and practical design. Crafted with a sleek chassis that not only enhances its visual appeal but also provides robust protection against electromagnetic interference, the Rivo merges form with function seamlessly. Its minimalist aesthetics complement any audio setup, making it a sophisticated addition to modern living spaces.

Versatile Connectivity:

The review points out that a hallmark feature of the Rivo is its versatile connectivity options, catering to a wide range of audio preferences and setups. Whether streaming wirelessly from online services or playing locally stored files via USB or micro SD card, the Rivo offers unparalleled flexibility. It effortlessly integrates with various audio systems, supporting high-resolution outputs including USB-A, coaxial, optical, AES/EBU (up to 24-bit/192 kHz), and HDMI for seamless connectivity to home theater systems. This versatility extends to its ability to connect with external devices such as CD players for playback and ripping, making the Volumio Rivo a versatile centerpiece for audio enthusiasts seeking uncompromising performance and adaptability.

The necessity of an external power supply:

Though not all the points were positive, the review indicates that the Rivo benefits from advanced power filtering and a separate transformer to ensure a stable current. Son-video does note that the included mains transformer may not match the quality of the internal components. Thankfully, we’ve anticipated this concern for our demanding audiophiles and we’ve created the Lineo5 which provides a stable current flow optimized for the Rivo and Primo

Son-Vidéo’s testing process was rigorous. They didn’t just test the basics but explored every aspect of the Rivo, using different musical genres and setups to push the device to its limits. The detail of their evaluation adds significant weight to their positive assessment of the Rivo. We’re glad that the Rivo withstood the test but received praise! 

With this review, we’re confident in recommending the Rivo as an option for anyone looking to enhance their music listening experience.

For an in-depth look at the review, visit Son-Vidéo.com.

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Son-Vidéo s’est surpassé dans son évaluation du Volumio Rivo. Leurs tests rigoureux ont porté sur différents genres musicaux et configurations audio, garantissant un examen complet non seulement de la configuration matérielle du Rivo, mais aussi de son interaction avec le système d’exploitation Volumio OS. L’attention méticuleuse qu’ils portent aux détails est quelque chose que nous apprécions chez Volumio, où nous accordons la même attention à l’élaboration de nos streamers.  Nous vous présentons quelques points forts de leur évaluation, afin de montrer comment le Rivo a non seulement résisté au test, mais s’est également distingué par son ambiance sonore caractéristique, ses options de connectivité et son design.

Points forts

Une qualité sonore exceptionnelle :

Le Volumio Rivo est réputé pour sa qualité sonore exceptionnelle, établissant une nouvelle norme en matière de reproduction audio. Avec une clarté remarquable et des détails nuancés, le paysage sonore du Rivo dépasse les attentes dans divers genres musicaux. Qu’il s’agisse de restituer des compositions classiques délicates ou de donner du punch à des hymnes rock, sa fidélité et sa précision tonale sont inégalées. Cette attention portée aux détails sonores garantit une expérience d’écoute captivante et immersive qui, comparée à un Eversolo DMP-A6 Master, résonnera certainement à la fois chez les audiophiles à la recherche de précision et chez les auditeurs occasionnels appréciant la richesse de leurs morceaux préférés.

Design élégant :

Son-Video a également fait l’éloge du Rivo pour son design élégant et pratique. Doté d’un châssis élégant qui non seulement rehausse son attrait visuel mais assure également une protection solide contre les interférences électromagnétiques, le Rivo allie harmonieusement forme et fonction. Son esthétique minimaliste complète n’importe quelle installation audio, ce qui en fait un complément sophistiqué pour les espaces de vie modernes.

Connectivité polyvalente :

L’article souligne que l’une des caractéristiques principales du Rivo est la polyvalence de ses options de connectivité, qui permet de répondre à un large éventail de préférences et de configurations audio. Qu’il s’agisse de diffusion en continu sans fil à partir de services en ligne ou de lecture de fichiers stockés localement via un port USB ou une carte micro SD, le Rivo offre une flexibilité inégalée. Il s’intègre sans effort à divers systèmes audio et prend en charge des sorties haute résolution, notamment USB-A, coaxiales, optiques, AES/EBU (jusqu’à 24 bits/192 kHz) et HDMI, pour une connectivité transparente avec les systèmes de home cinéma. Cette polyvalence s’étend à sa capacité à se connecter à des appareils externes tels que des lecteurs de CD pour la lecture et l’extraction, faisant du Volumio Rivo une pièce maîtresse polyvalente pour les passionnés d’audio à la recherche de performances et d’adaptabilité sans compromis.

La nécessité d’une alimentation externe :

Bien que tous les points ne soient pas positifs, la revue souligne que le Rivo bénéficie d’un filtrage avancé de l’alimentation et d’un transformateur séparé pour assurer un courant stable. Son-video note toutefois que le transformateur secteur fourni peut ne pas être à la hauteur de la qualité des composants internes. Heureusement, nous avons anticipé cette préoccupation pour nos audiophiles exigeants et nous avons créé le Lineo5 qui fournit un flux de courant stable optimisé pour le Rivo et le Primo.

Le processus de test de Son-Vidéo a été rigoureux. Ils ne se sont pas contentés de tester les éléments de base, mais ont exploré tous les aspects du Rivo, en utilisant différents genres musicaux et différentes configurations pour pousser l’appareil à ses limites. Les détails de leur évaluation donnent du poids à leur appréciation positive du Rivo. Nous sommes heureux que le Rivo ait résisté au test et qu’il ait reçu des éloges ! 

Cette évaluation nous conforte dans notre recommandation du Rivo comme option pour tous ceux qui cherchent à améliorer leur expérience d’écoute de la musique.

Pour un examen approfondi, visitez Son-Vidéo.com.

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This sleek device combines finely-crafted hardware with the reliable Volumio software, giving you the power to stream your personal music library, play files from USB storage, and explore a world of streaming options. And that’s not all – Rivo offers incredible flexibility with the option to enhance its functionality through plugins, including the addition of DSP. Plus, it knows exactly how to bring out the best audio quality of your chosen DAC.

In case you haven’t heard about them before, the EISA (Expert Imaging and Sound Association)  represents the biggest worldwide editorial collaboration of consumer electronics. Currently with 61 international experts magazines, every year they gather and select the best consumer electronic products giving the EISA award to only the very best products in their category.

The Volumio Rivo an EISA award-winning product

The Rivo is a pure transport device, meaning it doesn’t have analog outputs. Instead, the Rivo connects effortlessly to any external DAC, delivering flawlessly perfect music streams and digital files – we’re talking DSD, WAV, FLAC, Alac, AAC, Vorbis, Cue, Mp3, and more. It can easily read these files from your hard drive or local network. Connecting to the internet is a breeze with its Gigabit Ethernet LAN port or its super-efficient WiFi MIMO 2×2, with separate antennas for sending and receiving data.  If you prefer Bluetooth, Rivo also has Bluetooth 5.0 compatibility.

Featuring two USB input ports (one 2.0 and one 3.0), Rivo welcomes hard drives, discs, USB sticks, and even external CD drives for digitizing and playing your favorite albums. You can even connect a mouse or keyboard to easily control the device. The digital signal delivers the utmost precision via three outputs: Coaxial SPDIF, AES/EBU (offering PCM 192kHz/24bit), and USB (handling PCM 768kHz/32bit and DSD256). And if you want to see what’s happening on the screen, just hook up the HDMI video port. The Rivo’s chassis is constructed with anti-magnetic aluminum, showcasing a modern design curated by Design Narratives. It’s sleek and simple, with one visible feature – a power button with an LED indicator right in the middle of the front.

Rivo’s internal architecture

Let’s dive into the impressive internal architecture of Rivo. It’s all about delivering the cleanest, purest digital signal possible. Every component is precise, with a series of 1:1 transformers that feature galvanic isolation of the SPDIF and AES/EBU digital outputs. The USB output is preceded by a high-precision femto clock, complete with its own separate power supply. The same level of dedicated power supply is provided for all the basic circuits. Speaking of power, Rivo is powered by an external 5V/3A transformer. The current passes through a quality filter comprised of electrolytic capacitors and induction coils for ultimate stability.

Running the show behind the scenes is the powerful quad-core Amlogic S905D3 processor, clocking at 1.9 GHz. Assisting the processor is a generous 2GB of DDR4 memory and 16GB of internal storage. This ensures smooth operation with Volumio AI the latest release of Volumio featuring Supersearch, an AI search function, Infinity Playback that keeps queuing up tracks as soon as you get to the end of your queue and suggestions for related albums and artists. Plus, when you purchase Rivo, you also get a lifetime premium Volumio membership.  Volumio Premium offers a range of services such as Roon, Airplay, Spotify and Spotify Connect, TIDAL and TIDAL Connect, native QOBUZ, and more through plugins. Not to mention dedicated technical support whenever you need it.

With Volumio premium equipped the Rivo has a multiroom feature. Connect your Rivo to other Volumio enabled-devices, and you’ve got a whole-house audio setup. Rivo is also a UPNP/DLNA renderer.  It grants you access to the free internet TuneIn radio with thousands of amazing stations.

Volumio Rivo: Endless possibilities, simplicity of design

Simplicity is key when it comes to Rivo. Connecting it to your home network is a breeze, taking only a few minutes. And, once connected, you can navigate Volumio’s menus effortlessly using the on-screen options or the Android and iOS apps. The interface offers quick and easy access to streaming services and your local library.

Rivo is all about customization. Experienced users can tweak and fine-tune it as they please.  If you’re not a tech wizard, Rivo has you covered. It comes packed with all the essential functions pre-automated, providing a seamless and enjoyable experience for everyone. Rivo is more than just a streamer – with the EISA award, it’s clear that it is a game-changer.  Combining cutting-edge technology, ease of use, and top-notch audio performance.

Are you ready to experience the Rivo revolution?  You can get your Rivo delivered with free and fast shipping, so get yours now! 

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