[leylandi]

Wavedream MK2 @DarKu

https://www.monoandstereo.com/rockna-audio-wavedream-mk2/

 

[ThanatosVI]

Wavedream MK2 @DarKu

https://www.monoandstereo.com/rockna-audio-wavedream-mk2/

I wonder where this sits in comparison to Wavedream Ultra

 

[alekc]

I wonder where this sits in comparison to Wavedream Ultra

@ThanatosVI could it be the new naming for Ultra?

 

[ThanatosVI]

@ThanatosVI could it be the new naming for Ultra?

I don't know, sure could
I'll try to ask Nicolae on thursday

 

[dsyzling]

I don't know, sure could
I'll try to ask Nicolae on thursday

Would also be interesting to know if the renderer supports the same protocols as their other streamers/servers, i.e. Roon, UPNP etc. Or whether this is a deliberately scaled down set for this internal application.

 

[Roasty]

 

[ThanatosVI]

Since we're talking about Rockna I have my doubts about the timeline.

However it confirms that it is another product.

Somehow this makes me mad, since I'm still waiting on announced features for the Wavelight...

 

[DarKu]

Wavedream MK2 @DarKu

https://www.monoandstereo.com/rockna-audio-wavedream-mk2/

I will meet Nucu in two days and will share more info in my Munich Show Report which I'll write once I'm back home.
MK2 will release soon and the Ultra hopefully this year. The Ultra will be my next statement DAC. I'm curious about the included renderer/Roon endpoint, if it's made properly, then streamers will no longer be a necessity with such units.

 

[ThanatosVI]

I will meet Nucu in two days and will share more info in my Munich Show Report which I'll write once I'm back home.
MK2 will release soon and the Ultra hopefully this year. The Ultra will be my next statement DAC. I'm curious about the included renderer/Roon endpoint, if it's made properly, then streamers will no longer be a necessity with such units.

Can you elaborate on the Renderer/Roon endpoint?
You'd still need a Roon core right?
Or would the Wavedream Ultra offer the Roon Core functionality as well?

 

[DarKu]

You would still need a Roon core, exactly.
There isn't enough space to fit a high-performance Roon core in the same chassis. I'm curious to know more about it, maybe the renderer will work with third-party software, not only with Roon. I have so many questions myself

 

[OrenT]

Hi ya'll. I've been following the Rockna Dacs for a while. Nice to see so many happy campers.
As many here also have experience with the WDNET, it's tine to jump in with a biggie:

I am considering getting a used (3 years old) Wavedream Net from a local dealer as a 3 in 1 solution to replace my:
1. Innuos Zenith MK3 streamer/server (i ONLY play flacs from local storage, don't use any music streaming services)
2. Innuos Phoenix USB reclocker
3. Top of the line Cyrus transport for cds

Functionality aside, those with prior experience with a Innuos Zen/Zenith + Phoenix USB reclocker combo- what are your thoughts regarding sound quality compared to the WDNET as a source solely with with locally stored files? Would the Rockna be considered a step up? Down? Would i benefit by keeping the Phoenix USB in the chain or would it become unnecessary? Dac is Holo May KTE.

I am actually very happy with my current setup sound wise but of course always looking to upgrade if there's a good opportunity.

Obviously there's also the added benefit of selling off multiple expensive power cables and interconnects upon moving to the WDNET. But my initial concern would be sound quality compared to the Innuos combo.

I may be able to try the unit at home first, but not for sure so any imput here would be very helpful.

Also, as i probably won't be using Roon (never have, never needed with Innuos), does the WDNET have a good app similar to Sense by Innuos? (which is really good).

And finally- the unit's serial number is 21012XX. Would anyone here know if this is from one of the later batches? I understand (please correct if i'm misiformed) that the newer models underwent minor upgrades..

Thanks in advance.

 

[Roasty]

I just put in an SR Purple into the wavedream dac.

In case anyone is interested.. from Rockna support.

Fuses are as follows:
- Wavedream DAC: 3.15A-quick blow(230V AC), 5A-quick blow(110V AC);
- Wavedream NET: 3.15A-quick blow(230V AC), 6.3A-quick blow(110V AC);

 

[ThanatosVI]

I just put in an SR Purple into the wavedream dac.

In case anyone is interested.. from Rockna support.

Fuses are as follows:
- Wavedream DAC: 3.15A-quick blow(230V AC), 5A-quick blow(110V AC);
- Wavedream NET: 3.15A-quick blow(230V AC), 6.3A-quick blow(110V AC);

Quick-blow interesting

Btw, did you ever have the chance to compare your Rockna Stacks to dCS Lina and Bartok?

 

[Roasty]

Quick-blow interesting

Btw, did you ever have the chance to compare your Rockna Stacks to dCS Lina and Bartok?

no didn't get those items in my hse.. kinda lost interest in dcs after the vivaldi apex.

 

[DJJEZ]

no didn't get those items in my hse.. kinda lost interest in dcs after the vivaldi apex.

Amen. Dcs is