LUMIN P2 Network Music Hub – First Look

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LUMIN has announced the P2, a new Network Music Hub designed to sit at the centre of a modern high-end audio system. LUMIN positions the P2 as a flexible component capable of operating as a standalone streamer, a DAC, a digital pre-amplifier, or as the central hub for a complete two-channel system. The P2 is said to build upon the P1 and introduces LUMIN’s latest processing platform together with DAC technology derived from the company’s flagship X-Series. Coming with Leedh Processing lossless volume control it may be used to drive a power amplifier directly without the need for a traditional analogue preamp.

The core of the P2 is based upon LUMIN’s latest System-on-Chip processing architecture, which is said to increase available computing power for tasks such as upsampling and digital signal management. The platform supports playback up to PCM 32-bit/384kHz, native DSD512 and full MQA decoding. The DAC stage employs dual 32bit 8-channel ESS ES9038PRO SABRE DAC chips in a dual-mono configuration, while the analogue output stage uses Lundahl output transformers that help to preserve signal isolation and channel separation. Timing accuracy is managed by a dual femto clock system, with LUMIN using FPGA-based distribution to minimise jitter and maintain precise signal timing.

This new design architecture employs a dual-toroidal linear power supply housed within the P2’s chassis. The use of separate analogue and digital power rails is said to help maintain stability while reducing noise across the signal path.

The P2 is controlled through the LUMIN app for iOS and Android, while also supporting third-party platforms including Roon, JPLAY and Audirvana. Streaming services available through the platform include Spotify Connect, TIDAL (with TIDAL MAX support), Qobuz, KKBOX, TuneIn, Amazon Music and AirPlay.

A wide range of connectivity intended to accommodate both hi-fi and media sources, in total, nine analogue and digital inputs to include;  1 x stereo XLR and RCA, 1 x AES/EBU, 1 x SPDIF and RCA digital, 3 x HDMI 2.0 and 1 x USB. Outputs include, 1 x stereo XLR and RCA, 1 x BNC SPIDF with digital connectivity for optical fiber x 1, RJ45 network x 1, USB x 1 and 1 x HDMI 2.0.

The HDMI connectivity supports V2.0 with 4K passthrough and ARC compatibility, allowing the unit to function as the audio centre of a two-channel TV system. CEC volume control has also been included to simplify integration with television setups, while the fiber networking option provides galvanic isolation helping to reduce electrical interference.

• 9 digital & analogue inputs
• USB digital audio input & output support up to Native DSD512
• Balanced & unbalanced analogue inputs
• SPDIF & AES input support up to 192/24 & DoP
• HDMI 2.0 inputs & 4K passthrough with ARC support
• New processor delivers native DSD512 & PCM384 playback
• Dual Mono design throughout maximises channel separation
• Dual ES9038PRO SABRE DACs in Mono mode
• Femto Clock System with precision FPGA distribution
• New integrated dual-toroidal linear power supply & all-in-one chassis
• Fibre Network provides complete isolation from network digital noise
• Leedh Processing lossless volume control

Pricing (TBC):

• UK: £TBA
• US: $16,500.00
• EU:  €10,990.00 – €12,990.00

For more information visit the LUMIN web site.

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