Testing Ground
Roon Nucleus Test: A multi-function, multi-protocol and multi-zone audiophile hub!
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Testing Ground
On January 27, 2022
Roon Nucleus Test: Roon has received a great deal of attention as it has been successfully implemented in many HiFi products, from the most accessible to the most prestigious. Over time, Roon has become an essential tool for playing high-resolution dematerialised music, but not only that... Roon can also bring together music services and a personal file library that goes much further in terms of both ergonomics and functionality. The Roon Nucleus is a global controller that manages the use of Roon.
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