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MiniDsp SHD Power
miniDSP is proud to introduce the latest member of the SHD (“Streaming High Definition”) processor family. As with all SHD Series processors, the SHD Power includes Dirac Live®, the world’s premier room correction solution, and a full suite of miniDSP’s powerful but user-friendly audio tuning software.
The SHD Power includes a 120W per channel low-distortion power amplifier for powering main speakers, and two additional analog outputs for connecting a subwoofer or subwoofers. With three digital inputs and high-resolution USB Audio, the SHD Power is the ideal modern integrated amplifier, all packed into an unbelievably compact metal enclosure.
The miniDSP SHD Power is a certified Roon Ready network player. Being Roon Ready means that miniDSP uses Roon streaming technology, for an incredible user interface, simple setup, rock-solid daily reliability, and the highest levels of audio performance, without compromise. The quad-core streaming processor in the SHD Power also runs Volumio, a popular open-source network streamer, providing web-based access to music files from sources as diverse as a USB stick to Internet Radio and Spotify.
Hardware Features
- Processor: 32-bit floating-point 450MHz Analog Devices SHARC DSP
- 32bit Audiophile converters
- Proprietary custom 2 x 120W amplifier (8Ohms/4Ohms), SNR >110dB (at 1kHz A-weighted, 120W in 8Ω), Embedded PCM1795 DAC chipset + TPA3255 Class D chipset
- Powered by Dirac Live® 3.x Digital Room Correction
- Quad core ARM processor for network audio streaming - Roon Ready and Volumio
- Inputs: Stereo digital (USB Audio/AES-EBU/SPDIF/Optical)
- Outputs: 2 x 120W amplifier output , 2 x analog out (Unbalanced RCA), 4 x digital AES-EBU
- USB audio recording feature (4xCH processed output via USB audio to record digital inputs)
- White/Black OLED front panel controller
Product Downloads / New Device Console
- Product Brief: SHD Power
- SHD Power User manual
What's in the box?
- Dirac Series Audio Processor — SHD Power
- USB Wifi 2.4GHz adaptor
- Dirac Live license 3.x for miniDSP - Full Range correction
- UMIK-1 calibrated measurement microphone
- IR remote v2
- IEC power plug (UK/EU/US)
NOTE: The UMIK-1/2 are measurement microphones approved by Dirac Research. Knowing the major effect a wrong calibration/measurement would have on the final results of Dirac Live tuning, we strongly recommend that you select a UMIK-1/2 microphone together with your platform for a plug&play experience leading to best results. Any issues related to 3rd party microphones such as ASIO/USB audio driver incompatibility/Latency problems or incorrect calibration process will not be under our support structure by our support team.
Product Reviews
SHD Series is ROON READY
The miniDSP SHD Series processors are certified Roon Ready players. This means that they are certified by Roon Labs to work seamlessly with the Roon software running on your PC, Mac, or Linux-based server! You can also use the Roon Remote for Android or iPhone/iPad for full remote control of your music playback with the miniDSP SHD Series.
Powered by Tidal Connect
Got a Tidal account and want to stream directly your favorite tracks from your PC/Phone/Tablet? Thanks to Tidal Connect support on the SHD Series, we provide a plug&play experience for high bitrate and full volume integration.
Powered by miniDSP's Device Console
Using the Surface Dial to control a miniDSP SHD Series processor
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Professional Reviews 91/100
Deliciously Crispy
Sound Quality
90/100
Build Quality
87/100
Features Connectivity
95/100
Value for Money
93/100
The Dirac Live-equipped SHD Power delivers a tight, controlled sound with standout imaging, deep bass, and enough muscle to drive demanding speakers with confidence. Roger Kanno also praised its unusually rich feature set, including Roon Ready streaming and Volumio, making it a smart pick for listeners who value precision and flexibility over lush warmth.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Pros
Exceptional imaging and soundstage focus, especially with Dirac Live engaged.
Deep, tight bass and strong control, with ample power for challenging speakers.
Very strong feature set for the price, including Dirac Live, Roon Ready, and Volumio.
Solid build quality with a reassuring front knob and robust binding posts.
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Cons
Some midrange and treble sibilance is noted on vocals and certain tracks.
The tonal balance can feel a little cool and less warm or lush than some rivals.
Setup and network configuration are not especially intuitive and may require the manual.
It lacks analog inputs, Chromecast Built-in, AirPlay, and a headphone output.
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 90/100
Reviewers praise the SHD Power for impressive clarity and coherence, especially once Dirac Live is engaged. It also earns strong marks for control and bass grip, though there is some mention of vocal sibilance and a bit less warmth and body than ideal.
Transparency Resolution
92/100
The amp is described as clear and coherent, with Dirac Live helping the sound snap into focus. Reviewers also highlight precise image placement and a presentation that can sound far beyond expectations for the price.
Tonal Balance Musicality
86/100
The overall balance is clean and articulate, but one reviewer notes some sibilance and wishes for more warmth and body in the midrange. That keeps it from sounding purely silky or lush, even though it remains engaging and easy to follow.
Dynamics
91/100
Reviewers report ample power, excellent control, and the ability to drive hybrid-electrostatic speakers at room-filling levels. Bass is described as deep, tight, and controlled, and the amp handles movies and television with real authority.
Soundstage Imaging
91/100
Imaging is a standout, with musicians placed precisely and orchestral sections rendered at distinct depths. Without room correction the sound can seem less focused, but Dirac Live brings the stage into clear, stable focus.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
87/100
Reviewers say the unit feels unexpectedly solid for its size and price, with a reassuringly firm front knob and chunky binding posts. They also note that the back panel is crowded, but overall the physical construction seems confidently put together.
Features Connectivity
95/100
This is extremely well equipped: Roon Ready streaming, Volumio, Dirac Live room correction, parametric EQ, crossover filters, USB audio, and digital inputs all add up to a very rich feature set. The only notable omissions called out in the reviews are analog inputs, Chromecast, AirPlay, and a headphone output.
Value for Money
93/100
The reviews repeatedly frame it as unusually affordable for what it offers, especially as a streaming integrated amp with Dirac Live. It is presented as priced well below comparable feature-rich alternatives, and as a fine choice for buyers who want a fully featured digital integrated at an entry-level price.
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