Volumio Motivo Music Streamer, Transport, Headphone Amplifier
The Volumio Motivo is a music streamer, transport and headphone amplifier in a laid back form factor with a large touchscreen on top. It includes all Volumio's premium features and is designed to be their ultimate music enjoyment machine.
Motivo is a Streamer: Motivo pairs the high-performance ESS Sabre 9038 DAC with a bespoke connection that was co-developed with Amanero Technologies.
This combination results in the best assembly of components, expertly orchestrated by the Volumio OS customizations, to extract the finest sound from Motivo's analogue outputs. The result is an analogue streamer that will astonish you with its sound quality and detail.
Motivo is a Transport: Motivo integrates the same transport technology found inside Rivo, and improves it.
Thanks to a mix of dedicated re-clocking, galvanic isolation and separate PSU rails for each digital output, Motivo has been designed to extract the maximum performance from any DAC.
It also features I2S over HDMI output, and it's the only transport on the market that supports all protocols and pin-outs. If you want to experience the best your DAC has to offer, Motivo is its perfect companion.
Motivo is a Dual Headphone Amplifier: Motivo features a no-compromise headphone section, designed to excel with any headphone setup.
The on-board TPA6120A2 headphone amplifier from Texas Instruments is powered by dual-rail linear regulators and features two output connectors: one designed for high-impedance headphones and one for low-impedance headphones. The combination of state-of-the-art streaming and a no-compromise headphone amp will deliver memorable listening sessions.
8.0 Inch IPS Multipoint Touch Display: Motivo combines striking visuals with intuitive interaction, rekindling your connection with music in a tactile, engaging way. With a simple swipe or tap, navigate your music library as if flipping through vinyl records or CDs. For versatility, seamlessly integrate Motivo with Volumio's mobile app and web browser for easy control how and when you want.
Multiple Connectivity Options to Explore: All the analogue and digital connections you need for outstanding sound
Ergonomic Silhouette: Motivo's design serves a dual purpose. It fits seamlessly onto your main gear's rack with its angled touchscreen display. It's also perfect for desktop Hi-Fi setups, functioning either as an integrated headphone setup or as a driver for active loudspeakers.
Enjoy Music from your Favourite Sources: There's little if nothing the Motivo can't play. Motivo lets you stream your favourite music services, internet radios, hi-res files, CDs and more.
Volumio Premium Built-In: Motivo requires no additional subscriptions to enjoy the full goodies of Volumio Premium, as all premium features are already included.
With its AI-powered DJ you can ask Motivo what you want to listen to and Volumio will take you off on a musical tangent: your own personal radio station. It also features multi-room capabilities, CD Playback and Ripping, Play to Sonos and Chromecast and advanced music metadata.
Our Take On The Volumio Motivo
The Volumio Motivo Network Music Player is a versatile, high-performance device that combines streaming, transport, and dual headphone amplifier functions into a sleek, ergonomic design with an 8-inch touchscreen on top. At its core, the Motivo uses the ESS Sabre 9038 DAC, paired with a bespoke Amanero Technologies connection, delivering superior sound quality and detail through Volumio's custom OS enhancements. Serving as a top-notch transport, Motivo features re-clocking, galvanic isolation, and unique I2S over HDMI output to maximise DAC performance. The integrated Texas Instruments TPA6120A2 headphone amplifier ensures exceptional audio for both high and low-impedance headphones. With seamless control options via Volumio's app or web interface, the Motivo provides a tactile, interactive music experience while supporting diverse sources from streaming to CD playback and even an AI-powered DJ mode.
Main Features & Specifications
- Design: Music Streamer, Transport and Headphone Amplifier with 8" Touchscreen on Top
Connectivity
- Analogue Balanced and Unbalanced Output
- RCA: 2V RMS up to PCM 384kHz/24bit and DSD256
- XLR: 4V RMS up to PCM 384kHz/24bit and DSD256
- USB DAC Port: USB Audio Output up to PCM 768kHz/32 bit and DSD256 (USB DAC required)
- Coaxial and Optical S/PDIF Digital Outputs up to PCM 192kHz/24 bit
- Headphones: Stereo Headphone Amplifier, Dual Output Optimized for High and Low Impedance Headphones
- I2S over HDMI Output: Digital Output up to PCM 384kHz/24bit and DSD256
- 2 x USB DAC Ports: USB 2.0 current up to 900mA per port
- LAN: Gigabit 10/100/1000M
- Wireless: Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4G and 5G)
- Bluetooth: 5.0
Technical
- Supported Formats: DSD, WAV, FLAC, ALAC, AAC, Vorbis, Cue, Mp3 and others
- UPNP DLNA: Renderer with Open Home support
- Supported Services: Airplay via Shairport Sync, Spotify & Spotify Connect, TIDAL & TIDAL Connect, QOBUZ
- Available Plugins: Youtube, Squeezelite, Radio Paradise, Podcasts, Pandora, Fusion DSP, Roon Bridge, Soundcloud, Mixcloud
- CPU: Broadcom BCM2711, Quad Core 1.5 GHz
- RAM: 2 GB DDR4
- Internal Storage: 16 GB EMMC
General
- Supplied Power Supply: 9V, 4A
- Dimensions: (WxHxD):195 x 55 x 195 mm
- Weight: 2.5 kg
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 1 Year
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Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.