The Holo Audio Red is, of course, primarily for someone who already owns a Holo Audio dac. But it can also be an ideal device for someone who has an i2s (HDMI) dac and wants to try out that connection. Or for someone who wants to use the DDC present in addition to the streamer. It is also a compact device that will look great on a desk. Finally, it is also an ideal device for someone who does not necessarily want to use Roon but wants to stream via Volumio or Tidal Connect, for example. We can see some options for this Holo Audio Red and its competitive price also makes it attractive.
The Holo Audio Red is a case in point. It is not only a streamer but also a DDC (digital to digital converter). We haven't seen that combination before. And if you know of a streamer that has as many or more connections as this Holo Audio Red be sure to let us know. Especially in this price range, we see unprecedented ways to get started with this device. The Holo Audio Red is a chunk of granite that is full of music. Its distinct color obviously has to please you but the build quality is top notch and the functionality very high. Those who want to get the most out of this streamer can choose from aes/ebu, i2s or bnc output. And apart from Roon, there are numerous ways to get this device working. The Holo Audio Red brings color to a largely gray landscape, and that makes us happy.
Type test
Single Test
Inputs
Digital USB
Streamer ethernet
Outputs
Digital Coaxial
Digital Optical
Digital BNC
Digital AES
Digital USB
Product type
Streamer
Max samplingrate
768 kHz
Max bit depth
24 bit
Weight
2 Kg
Dimensions
Width: 22 cm
Depth: 15 cm
Height: 5 cm
Production country
China
6 COMMENTS
Would you choose the RED or the Primo (with LPS) for AES? Or is there another streamer in this price region I don‘t get with even better performance?
Thanks a lot!
Where you say “Those who want to use the DDC do so via the usb-c output.” Do you mean the USB-B 2.0 input?
The Red doesn’t appear to have a USB-C output and the DDC function converts from USB input to all of the outputs except for USB-A. USB-A output only operates in Streaming mode.
Would you choose the RED or the Primo (with LPS) for AES? Or is there another streamer in this price region I don‘t get with even better performance?
Thanks a lot!
Hello Adam,
If you choose the Primo you can upgrade it with a nice power supply. We think using the Primo with a nice power supply gets the best result.
Best regards
Where you say “Those who want to use the DDC do so via the usb-c output.” Do you mean the USB-B 2.0 input?
The Red doesn’t appear to have a USB-C output and the DDC function converts from USB input to all of the outputs except for USB-A. USB-A output only operates in Streaming mode.
Hello,
Yes, that’s correct. I got them mixed up.
Best regards.
Geoff
Thank you, it looks like a solid prodct.
It is! Very decent product!