LUMIN U2 Music Streaming Transport

$9,500.00

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The LUMIN U2 streaming transport brings features from higher in the range to deliver a music streamer that delivers future-proof performance and sound with exceptionally low noise. The perfect way to add streaming if your system already includes a quality DAC.

A new generation of hardware brings even more processing power, which means better audio processing performance. DSD256 up/down sampling is supported, as is DSD512 playback. It also means increased capacity for future upgrades as the streaming landscape evolves.

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Specifications

DSD SUPPORT:

Up to DSD512 22.5MHz, 1-bit

PCM SUPPORT:

Up to 768kHz, 16–32-bit, Stereo

UPSAMPLING RATES & BIT DEPTHS:

DSD256 upsampling option for all files
PCM 384kHz upsampling option for all files

DIGITAL OUTPUT STAGE:
USB:
DSD512 22.5MHz, 1-bit, Stereo
PCM 44.1–768kHz, 16–32-bit, Stereo

OPTICAL, COAXIAL RCA, COAXIAL BNC & AES/EBU:
DSD (DoP, DSD over PCM) 2.8MHz, 1-bit
PCM 44.1kHz–192kHz, 16–24-bit

OPTICAL NETWORK:

Industry standard SFP

1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet

Adapter may be needed for your switch/cables

Use simultaneously with 2 x RJ-45

POWER SUPPLY:
External dual-toroidal
Available in 240V and 110V versions

PHYSICAL:
FINISH:
Raw brushed aluminium or black anodised brushed aluminium
LUMIN (SOLID ALUMINIUM CHASSIS):
350mm (W), 345mm (D), 60mm (H), 8kg
PSU:
100mm (W), 315mm (D), 55mm (H), 2kg

The U2 will give recordings warmth, give them depth, give them fullness.

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Next generation streaming transport

There's no shortage of connectivity options with dual network ports plus a built in network switch. A fibre connection provides complete isolation from network digital noise and three USB ports are included; one of which is a dedicated low-noise output to your DAC. LUMIN's focus on reducing noise extends further into the system with exceptionally low-noise crystal clock oscillators, as well as a new integrated toroidal linear power supply.

The U2 is a well built as anything else in the range, and is the first LUMIN transport to feature an all-in-one chassis. Thick CNC panelled aluminium construction offers even more rigidity and shielding than previous models and fits perfectly with the LUMIN family aesthetic.

Stream from anywhere

The LUMIN range is all about streaming music and as you'd expect, all models support the Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect services. High-resolution streaming comes to LUMIN players courtesy of Tidal and Qobuz streaming services. Tidal has been available in NZ for some time and many of our clients already use it. It offers a large library of CD quality streaming (approx 70 million songs..!) and around 23,000 albums in MQA high resolution. More recent to NZ is Qobuz, which boasts a catalogue of over 70,000 albums, 22,000 of which being high-resolution with up to 24-bit 192kHz resolution. Our initial listening tests revealed its sound quality, particularly on high res content to be superb.

Apple AirPlay is also supported so you're free to stream virtually anything from your iPhone, iPad or Mac through your LUMIN player.

If you have a collection of digital music, either purchased via websites like Bandcamp, HD Tracks or Qobuz, or ripped from your own CD collection, the LUMIN streamers will help you get the best from these files. They'll play music in any format (including DSD), stored on either a hard drive that's connected directly to a LUMIN, or via a network storage device like the LUMIN L1 or 3rd party NAS drive.

All LUMIN network players are certified as Roon ready, which means they'll drop right into your existing setup if you're a Roon user. Roon is an elegant music management tool that's designed for music-loving audio enthusiasts. It combines your existing digital music collection with the best streaming services to provide an unmatched music browsing and discovery experience. Learn more about Roon here.

If you're not a Roon user, controlling your player is still easy and fun using the free LUMIN App. It was created to work in harmony with the LUMIN hardware to deliver the most intuitive and visually rich way to browse, select and play your music collection.

Who is this for?

The Lumin U2 is for listeners who love the idea of streaming convenience but already own a DAC they’re deeply invested in.

Instead of duplicating DAC circuitry, the U2 concentrates entirely on delivering the cleanest possible digital signal to an external converter. That makes it ideal for systems built around premium DACs where preserving signal integrity is the highest priority.

Its flexibility is part of the appeal too. Multiple digital outputs, fibre networking support, and Lumin’s mature streaming platform make it easy to integrate into everything from minimalist two-channel systems through to full reference-level digital front ends.

At Soundline, we often recommend the U2 to customers who already love the sound of their DAC but realise the streaming transport feeding it matters just as much as the conversion stage itself.

What is the LUMIN U2 designed to do?

The LUMIN U2 is a high-end dedicated music streaming transport from LUMIN, designed to deliver a pure digital audio signal to an external DAC. Unlike streamer/DAC combinations, it removes the internal conversion stage so every engineering effort is focused on signal purity and timing accuracy.

Is the LUMIN U2 a streamer or a DAC?

It is a streamer only (transport). There is no built-in DAC, so it must be connected to an external DAC, integrated amplifier with DAC, or a preamp with digital inputs.

What makes the LUMIN U2 different from lower-tier streamers?

The U2 is built around a new-generation processing platform, upgraded clocking architecture, and improved isolation techniques. It also inherits technologies from higher-end LUMIN models such as fibre network isolation and linear power supply design to reduce noise and improve timing precision.

What streaming services does the LUMIN U2 support?

It supports major high-resolution platforms including TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Roon Ready, AirPlay, and internet radio, as well as playback from NAS drives and local USB storage.

Does the LUMIN U2 support high-resolution audio?

Yes. It supports up to PCM 768kHz/32-bit and DSD512 playback, along with advanced upsampling options (including DSD256 processing).

What outputs does the LUMIN U2 provide?

The U2 includes multiple digital outputs including USB (its primary high-performance output), AES/EBU, coaxial (RCA/BNC), and optical. These allow compatibility with virtually any high-end DAC.

Why do people choose a transport instead of an all-in-one streamer?

A transport like the U2 allows users to choose a separate high-quality DAC, which can often outperform built-in DACs in all-in-one units. It also enables system upgrading in stages—streamer today, DAC later.

Does the LUMIN U2 help reduce network noise?

Yes. It includes fibre network support and dual-network architecture designed to isolate audio circuitry from electrical noise on standard Ethernet networks.

Can the LUMIN U2 be used with Roon?

Yes. It is fully Roon Ready certified, allowing seamless integration into Roon-based library and multi-room systems.

Can the LUMIN U2 play music from a NAS drive?

Yes. It can access music libraries from NAS devices and network servers using UPnP/OpenHome protocols, making it suitable for large local digital collections.

What system does the LUMIN U2 work best in?

It is designed for high-end hi-fi systems where a dedicated DAC is already in place, especially systems where users want maximum control over digital source quality and upgrade flexibility.