For whom?
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So who is an Auralic Aries G1.1 like this for? We estimate that it is mainly the serious enthusiast who has a high-level system. After all: only then you really get out of the Auralic what it’s capable of. This is a source with high resolution and much refinement. It will also be an enthusiast who likes a more neutral presentation with a lot of 3D-information. There, in fact, lies the strength of this player.
Sample test Auralic Aries G1.1
Conclusion
Auralic puts up a nice streaming bridge with the Aries G1.1. The player is particularly complete - it can even play and rip CDs! - and sounds pleasantly balanced. Its strength lies in the calmness and insightfulness with which the player presents. We hear no colouring or overt signature; Auralic puts that at the source. As it should.The only wish on our part is an Android app. Yes: there is also the choice of UPnP and Roon, but Roon requires an extra investment and UPnP is a bit of the Wild West in terms of apps. A complete Auralic experience for Android users would be nice.
All in all, though, Alpha Approved: very nice unit!
