Hifi Rose - USA RS130
The RS130 is a high-precision network transport that brings striking order, focus and dimensionality to an external DAC. Its OCXO clocking, SSD buffering and fibre-ready isolation help uncover fine detail, vivid dynamics and spacious imaging, while the expansive touchscreen makes this ambitious digital front end genuinely inviting. hi-fi+ and HiFi News found it exceptionally accomplished with a broad range of DACs and material.
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Deliciously Crispy
Sound Quality
94/100
Build Quality
95/100
Features Usability
92/100
Value for Money
88/100
Pros
Delivers greater clarity, coherence, subtle detail and three-dimensional imaging than conventional streaming sources.
OCXO clocking, reclocking, SSD buffering and fibre isolation support stable, low-noise digital playback without streaming or USB interruptions.
Large responsive touchscreen, extensive outputs and premium aluminium construction make it both adaptable and pleasurable to use.
Cons
Premium pricing makes it a specialist investment, especially as it requires an external DAC.
The app’s video-oriented interface may feel less natural than some rival streaming platforms.
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What Reviewers Are Saying
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 94/100
Reviewers consistently found the RS130 to bring greater clarity, focus, order and three-dimensionality to music than more conventional digital sources. Its strongest results come from revealing fine detail, preserving dynamic contrasts and giving recordings a convincingly spacious, musically involving presentation.
Overall Sound
94/100
hi-fi+ heard more coherence and previously obscured information than from its reference Roon Nucleus and SOtM streamer, while finding more repeatable spatial benefits with less source-insensitive DACs. HiFi News praised its subtle-detail retrieval, dramatic big-band delivery, ample bass and thrilling rhythmic dynamics, and Fidelity heard tightly focused images and convincing three-dimensionality.
Digital Signal Integrity
95/100
The RS130 combines an OCXO master clock, comprehensive reclocking, SSD buffering and provision for an external 10MHz clock with 50- and 75-ohm inputs. Fidelity confirmed uninterrupted streaming and USB playback, while HiFi News found the fibre-network isolation worthwhile for improved clarity and focus.
FEATURES USABILITY PERFORMANCE 92/100
The RS130 combines an unusually broad transport feature set with a large, responsive touchscreen that reviewers found easy and enjoyable to use. Fibre-networking flexibility, extensive digital outputs and storage options make it especially adaptable for ambitious DAC-based systems.
Streaming Software
90/100
HiFi News found the large, bright and dimmable touchscreen responsive, with clear virtual controls that make setup and operation easy. hi-fi+ similarly calls the RS130 a pleasure to operate, while Fidelity praises HiFi Rose's established ease of use; the reviews provide less detail on long-term app behaviour and library management.
Features Connectivity
95/100
Connection options are exceptionally comprehensive, including optical, coaxial, AES/EBU, USB and I2S digital audio outputs, USB storage support, SATA expansion and 10MHz clock synchronisation. The SFP network interface and dedicated USB-fibre connection offer meaningful isolation options, while Roon Ready, DLNA, AirPlay, Spotify Connect, Tidal, Qobuz and Apple Music support cover most listening approaches.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
95/100
Construction receives unusually emphatic praise: hi-fi+ calls the build quality peerless, while HiFi News describes thick, high-quality aluminium casework and a substantial 12kg chassis. Fidelity also highlights the robust, vibration-optimised enclosure, in-house linear supply and careful shielding between sensitive circuit sections.
Value for Money
88/100
At roughly €4,800 and in the US$4,299–$5,895 range, the RS130 is clearly a premium transport rather than an inexpensive upgrade. Nevertheless, hi-fi+ says its expenditure is evident in the product, and HiFi News finds it capable of getting the best from almost any DAC, including surprisingly affordable models.
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Specifications
- Operating System
- Customized Android 7.1
- Dimensions
- 430(W) x 317(D) x 125(H) mm
- Weight
- 12kg
- Display
- 15.4" TFT LCD & Capacitive Touch Screen (eDP)
- CPU
- Dual-Core Cortex-A72 and Quad-Core Cortex-A53 with separate NEON coprocessor
- GPU
- ARM Mali-T860 MP4 Quad-Core GPU
- Memory
- LPDDR4 4GB
- Cache Storage
- NVMe SSD 256GB
- Network
- SFP Ethernet 10/100/1000 BASE-T(SFP COPPER Type)
- WiFi
- 802.11ac Dualband USB Wireless LAN Card (Dongle)
- Bluetooth
- V4.2 (USB Dongle)
- Supported Streaming Platforms
- Airplay, DLNA, Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, Bluetooth
- Supported Streaming Services
- TIDAL, Qobuz, Apple Music, Bugs, ROSE Tube, Internet Radio, ROSE Podcast
- Audio Output
- Optical x 1, Coaxial x 1, AES/EBU OUT x1, HDMI 12S OUT x 1
- Video Output
- HDMI 2.0 x 1 (up to 3840 x 2160/60Hz)
- File System
- NTFS / exFAT/FAT32
- Network Protocol
- SMBv2/FTP/WebDav
- Storage Interface
- USB3.0 x 2, SATA X 1, USB 3.0 Fiber
- Clock Sync Input
- 5002 BNC x 1, 7502 BNC x 1 Inputable Frequency: 10MHz
- Audio
- MQA, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE, DFF, DSF, AAC, CDA, AMR, APE, EC3, E-EC3, MID, MPL, MP2, MPC, MPGA, M4A, ALAC, PCM : 8kHz~768kHz(8/16/24/32bit per Sample), Native DSD: DSD64(2.8MHz)/ DSD128(5.6MHz)/DSD256(11.2MHz)/ DSD512(22.4MHz)
- Video
- ASF, AVI, MKV, MP4, WMV, H.264/AVC, Base/Main/High/High10 profile @ level 5.1; up to 4Kx2K @ 30fps H.265/HEVC, Main/Main 10 profile @ level 5.1 High-tier; up to 4Kx2K @ 60fps VP9, profile 0, up to 4Kx2K @ 60fps MPEG-1, ISO/IEC 11172-2, up to 1080P @ 60fps MPEG-2, ISO/IEC 13818-2, SP@ML, MP@HL, up to 1080P @ 60fps MPEG-4, ISO/IEC 14496-2, SP@LO-3, ASP@LO-5, up to 1080P @ 60fps VC-1, SP@ML, MP@HL, AP@LO-3, up to 1080P @ 60fps
- Input Voltage
- AC100-240V 50/60Hz
- Circuit Breaker
- 6A Thermal Circuit Breaker
- SW Update
- SW update via internet, USB OTA, ROSE Store
- App
- ROSE Connect (Android, iOS, PC)
- Physical
- IR Remote Control, Bluetooth Remote Control
- Included Accessories
- Power Cord x 1, Remote Controller x 1 (AAA Battery x 2), Manual x 1, SSD Screw x 4 SFP RJ45 COPPER TRANSCEIVER MODULE x 1, WiFi/BT Dongle x 1
Manufacturer's Description — Hifi Rose - USA
RS130 At A Glance
- Vibrant 15.4" TFT LCD & Capacitive Touch Screen Display (eDP).
- Supports Airplay, DLNA, Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, TIDAL, Qobuz, Apple Music, Bugs, ROSE Tube, and Internet Radio.
- Digital noise blocking with Fiber Optic Ethernet & USB.
- High-precision OCXO clock for accurate timing.
- Premium aluminum case with minimal vibration design.
- Intuitive app control with ROSE Connect (Android, iOS, PC)
- External master clock input for perfect device synchronization.
- SSD music caching for stable playback & reduced delay errors.
Uncompromised Audio Purity
With a focus on delivering pristine sound, the RS130 is engineered to eliminate digital noise and ensure stable output. Its support for Fiber Optic Ethernet and Fiber Optic USB effectively blocks unwanted noise sources, allowing you to indulge in pure audio bliss. The built-in high-precision OCXO clock guarantees precise timing, maintaining a constant temperature for stable and accurate clock signals.
Sophisticated Aesthetics and Engineered for Perfection
Designed to captivate audiophiles both audibly and visually, the RS130 boasts exquisite crystal buttons that exude class and elegance. Complemented by a novel symbol logo-inspired ventilation hole, the RS130 ensures efficient heat dissipation while adding a touch of sophistication to your space.
Pure Power, Pure Sound
For the cleanest and most stable power supply, the RS130 employs a linear power stage powered by a high-capacity supercapacitor. This innovative approach reduces power supply noise to near battery levels, resulting in cleaner and more natural sound quality.
Unleashing Precision
xperience unrivaled precision with the high-precision OCXO. This cutting-edge clock source delivers an accurate and stable clock signal unaffected by temperature changes. Say goodbye to jitter in the audio signal, and embrace a more stable and precise audio performance.
Unrivaled Noise Suppression
The RS130 leverages Fiber Optic Ethernet to completely isolate network digital noise. It effectively blocks physical noise sources, including various network equipment. Similarly, the Fiber Optic USB employs optical conversion to separate pure data from driving noise, ensuring only flawless sound reaches your DAC.
Seamless Synchronization
Embrace perfect synchronization with the RS130's external master clock input. This intelligent feature ensures that audio data is output in sync with the master clock, eliminating jitter in connections between the audio source and the DAC for a harmonious performance..
Music, Cached for Perfection
With an applied SSD for music caching, the RS130 ensures stable playback by eliminating the effects of vibration and noise from traditional HDDs. Delight in seamless network streaming with minimized delay errors.
Operate with Your Mobile Device or Remote Control
The Rose Connect remote control app completes the ultimate user experience letting allows users to conveniently control and manage HiFi Rose devices. The remote control app works on various platforms, including iPhone, iPad, Android phones, and PC. Additionally, you can control the device simply and easily using the provided Bluetooth remote control.
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