Build your system as you please

We have come to realize that a lot of High-End users have a hard time respecting build-in DAC’s and phono stages, even if they are among the very best available. So, we have taken the consequences and are turning back to the more traditional way of building audio systems. But that is the only thing that is traditional about the new Aavik electronics.

Modular for stacking

The design on Aavik amplifiers matches the design of complementary Aavik units for an complete high-end music system eg the Aavik D/A converter, Phono stage and streamer. Fitting additional mechanical grounding is straight and simple if you stack the Aavik units, just keep in mind to place amplifier at the top (for best possible cooling). We still recommend to place each unit separate on a well grounded shelf for top performance.

Like an musical instrument

Shaping the cabinet, the use of aluminium has been drastically reduced to eliminate hystereses. Instead we have replaced the aluminium with a new naturally based composite material with a dense structure of different fibres and, among them wood fibres – all in all properties suited much better for the purpose. Besides that, the visual design is inspired by musical instruments with much less straight lines and surfaces.

Three quality levels

Aavik components comes in three quality levels; I-180, I-280 and I-580. In comparison the I-180 and I-280 differs in the amount of noise reducing technology used in the design. For the top model, I-580 you further more gets much mechanical improvements, such as the titanium cross embedded in the top of the amplifier and inside a massive copper chassis – expensive choices, but only the best will do for this quality level.

AAVIK 180-SERIES – NO HYSTERESIS

The Cabinets in the new series are build in natural-based composite materials, eliminating hysteresis almost completely.

  • Aavik I-180 integrated amplifier. 2 x 300/600W @8/4Ω. Line inputs only.
  • Aavik R-180 phono stage. MC inputs only.
  • Aavik D-180 DAC. PCM & DSD
  • Aavik S-180 Streamer + Aavik streaming App

 

THE AAVIK 280 SERIES – MORE TECHNOLOGY

The 280-series can be seen as the upgraded versions of the same components as the 180-series. Same exterior design but with a lot more technology inside. Just like it is with the Ansuz Mainz8’s.

  • Aavik I-280 integrated amplifier. 2 x 300/600W @8/4Ω. Line inputs only.
  • Aavik R-280 phono stage. MC inputs only.
  • Aavik D-280 DAC. PCM & DSD
  • Aavik S-280 Streamer + Aavik streaming App

 

AAVIK 580 SERIES, THAT’S WHERE WE GO ALL IN

Nearly no aluminum! Inside we use a chassis of pure copper. Outside we control resonances and vibrations with a Titanium strengthen natural based composite materials cabinet. Also, the Darkz feet and other mechanical parts are pure Titanium.

  • Aavik I-580 integrated amplifier. 2 x 300/600W @8/4Ω. Line inputs only.
  • Aavik R-580 phono stage. MC inputs only.
  • Aavik D-580 DAC. PCM & DSD
  • Aavik S-580 Streamer + Aavik streaming App

AAVIK STREAMING APP

Easy streaming with Aavik Stream a control app dedicated to streaming high-end music to your
Aavik Streaming device.

Stream directly from Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, and more.
Stream from a local server, NAS, USB-harddisk, and USB-stick.
Stream from remote locations such as One-Drive, Dropbox, iCloud and more.

 



Grimm Audio Streamers MU1 and MU2

 

The MU1 and MU2 are the ultimate digital music sources.

The MU1:
We wanted to develop the most accurate audio source we could imagine. In our experience, the human hearing system shows an incredible sensitivity to anomalies. Even unimaginably small aberrations appear to be audible. In principle, digital audio does offer perfect reproduction. Its sonic quality, however, is limited by the implementation accuracy of the physical and mathematical laws that affect the conversion from one format to another. Grimm Audio strives to bring you confidence that all technical details are taken care of to the greatest extent so that the reproduction system steps out of the way of the music.

“The MU1 is the ultimate digital music source: attractive, reliable and precise”

With the MU1, our goal was to set a new benchmark in music player design. The Linux-based computer system brings solid data integrity. Our in-house-designed FPGA interface board, which forms the heart of the MU1, offers breakthrough performance levels in format conversion and receives automatic updates whenever we have pushed the boundaries again. Needless to say, the MU1 features our trademark ultra-low jitter clock. This is a music player worthy of the name Grimm Audio.

Once excellent sound quality is ensured, the quality of a music player is then defined by the user experience. For this, we partnered with Roon Labs, who in our opinion are in the lead when it comes to a rich and engaging music experience that appeals to your whole family. The MU1 runs the Roon Core server, so no extra installs are necessary. Just pick up your tablet and experience the music. For customers who prefer to only run a simple playback system without Roon’s extras, we will offer a solid alternative.

The MU1 combines seamlessly with the LS1 playback system. Of course, the virtues of the MU1 can also be realized with DACs from other manufacturers. Because we love to create a stunning look for our equipment, the boundlessly versatile system is housed in a cabinet of minimalistic elegance, so the MU1 will easily become the gem of your living room.

MU1 features

  • Roon Core and Roon End Point integrated
  • ultra high up- and downsampling precision
  • ultra low clock jitter
  • seamless integration with LS1 series
  • excellent source for 3rd party DACs
  • all sample rates and formats supported
  • surround playback option with 6 digital output channels
  • AES, spdif and optical digital stereo inputs
  • web control of setup via any browser
  • infrared remote control
  • external USB and NAS storage, optional internal SSD
  • Tidal and Qobuz support
  • 355 x 85 x 295mm (WxHxD)
  • 5 year limited warranty

The MU2:

We are convinced that smart integration of functions yields higher audio quality. The MU2 combines a music streamer with a superb DAC and a reference quality analog pre amp. Its built-in DAC takes full advantage of the Grimm Audio low jitter clock and high performance FPGA processor. A relay based analog volume control enables the MU2 to become the true ‘hub’ of your hifi system for both digital and analog sources. Just like with its sister product, the ‘digital output’ MU1, a Roon Labs Core server is on board so no external computer is needed to enjoy perfect streaming.

“The MU2 offers full integration of functions, from Roon to analog volume control, with revolutionary sound quality.”

At the heart of the MU2, Grimm Audio’s proprietary Major DAC can be found. It is of a groundbreaking discrete design that makes optimal use of our own FPGA board. In a unique way our high resolution Pure Nyquist upsampling filters are combined with a fundamentally flawless 11th order noise shaper of 1.5 bit. If you like to read more about this technology, please check out the Major DAC blog.

As a result the MU2 reproduces micro-details so well that it allows a deep emotional connection to the musical performance. The stereo image is of groundbreaking quality. Its serenity invites prolonged listening sessions.

If you love your loudspeakers and power amplifiers but long for a fundamental update in sound quality and streamer experience, the MU2 is designed for you.

MU2 features

  • Roon Core and Roon End Point integrated
  • ultra low clock jitter
  • FPGA based discrete Major DAC
  • all sample rates and formats supported
  • relay based analog volume control
  • digital AES, spdif and optical inputs
  • analog XLR and RCA inputs
  • analog XLR and RCA outputs
  • headphone output
  • web control of setup via any browser
  • infrared remote control
  • external USB and NAS storage, optional internal SSD
  • Tidal and Qobuz support
  • 355 x 85 x 295mm (WxHxD)
  • 5 year limited warranty