MATRIX SS-1 AUDIOGRADE NETWORK SWTICH
SS-1 Pro/SS-1 is an audio-grade network switch specifically designed by Matrix Audio for Hi-Fi streaming audio scenarios. Unlike traditional network switches, this product is meticulously engineered to meet the requirements of Hi-Fi audio systems. It includes comprehensive enhancements in its power system, clock system, cooling methods and component selection, all focused on ensuring the lossless transmission of high-definition streaming audio.
Optional for better power supply
To ensure upgradability, the SS-1 is equipped with a DC input port, allowing you to connect an external linear power supply to unleash its potential performance. When the DC input is connected, the internal AC input will be disconnected automatically. The external linear power supply provides clean power directly to the femtosecond clock and the main controller through the internal power line noise suppression filter and four ultra-low noise LDO circuits.
Dual 10Gbps isolated ports
Two SFP/SFP+ ports with up to 10Gbps connection speed allow you to install optical fiber or RJ45 modules according to your needs. This makes it possible to connect both upstream network devices and digital audio players simultaneously through SFP ports, achieving complete electrical isolation between network devices and audio equipment via fiber optic cables. This prevents high-frequency noise or interference from network devices from being transmitted through the ground wire into the audio equipment.
Independent Ethernet sockets
SS-1 Pro/SS-1 not only have multiple Ethernet ports with speeds up to 2.5Gbps, they also have two low speed ports that work at 100Mbps. The connection speed of audio devices can be reduced by connecting to these ports, to reduce the bit error that may occur during data transmission. These ports are designed with independent sockets. The wider spacing between the sockets prevents crowding when using high-end cables. Additionally, we use 10Gbps-grade independent Ethernet transformers and fully shielded Ethernet sockets. Each signal transformer is individually shielded by metal shells, enhancing resistance to radio frequency interference.
Higher speed, better performance
Our development of an audio-grade network switch with higher speeds stems from the perspective of digital circuit design. A system capable of supporting higher-speed signal transmission will inherently have a higher stability limit. This also means that the timing error in high-speed equipment is relatively lower compared to low-speed equipment. Therefore, high-speed devices performing at low speeds exhibit superior performance compared to low-speed devices transmitting at the same low speed.
Configurable indicator LEDs
The LED status indicators on the Ethernet ports can be turned off by pressing the setting button on the rear panel, ensuring that the LED lights do not interfere with your listening experience in dark or low-light environments.
Linear power, silent cooling
A custom o-core toroidal transformer combined with high-speed Schottky diodes and nearly 10,000 uF audio-grade filtering capacitors forms the first-stage power supply of SS-1 Pro. Up to 6 ultra-low-noise LDO linear power supplies provide clean power to the clock system and the device’s main control chip. The large passive heatsink for the main control chip, ensuring it operates without generating any noise.
Precision & flexible chassis design
The precision-machined aluminum CNC chassis incorporates Matrix Audio’s new design language. With a reinforced steel base, the device is solid and stable. The device comes with four isolation feet by default, but you can change it to three easily to according to your tuning demond and placement needs.
MATRIX SS-1 SPECIFICATIONS
Standards and Protocol
- IEEE 802.3：10BASE-T
- IEEE 802.3 u：100BASE-X
- IEEE 802.3 z：1000BASE-T
- IEEE 802.3 ab：1000BASE-T
- IEEE 802.3 ae：10G BASE-SR/LR
- IEEE 802.3 bz：2.5G/5G BASE-T
- IEEE 802.3 cb：2500BASE-X
Ports
- 100Mbps/10Mbps RJ45 *2
- 2.5Gbps/1Gbps/100Mbps/10Mbps RJ45 *4
- 10Gbps SFP/SFP+ *2
External Clock Input
- N/A (Only SS-1 Pro version)
LED Indicators
- System LED – Power/Status indicator LED *1
- System LED – Clock mode indicator LED *2
- Port LED – Speed, Link & Activity LEDs
Max MAC entries
- 16K MAC address table
Power Specs
- AC input
- Wide voltage switching power supply
- Power Voltage: AC 100V-240V 50/60Hz
- Power Consumption: < 15W
- DC input
- External power voltage: DC 12V ±10%
- External power wattage: Larger than 18W
- Power plug: Outer diameter 5.5mm; inner diameter 2.1mm (+ for inner, – for outer)
Weight & size
- Weight: 2.3kg（5.07pounds
- Size
- Width: 280 mm (11.02 inches)
- Depth: 206 mm (8.11 inches)
- Height: 58.5 mm (2.30 inches)
Accessories
- Power cable *1
- Quick start guide *1
- Warranty card *1