WiiM: Amp Ultra Streaming Amplifier – Space Grey

LAB POINTS

• compact 100W streaming amplifier – connect passive speakers for full streaming capabilities with digital features such as multi-room setup + 10 band EQ
• Ultra is the flagship model of WiiM amplifiers
• 3.5″ touchscreen display (album art, VU meters, settings)
• works with Google Cast, Spotify, Tidal and more (note: no Airplay)
• upgraded Sabre audiophile DAC (ESS ES9039 Q2M)
• inputs: RCA, HDMI ARC, optical, USB disk
• WiiM’s streaming platform allows you to stream high-resolution music; create multi-room audio setups; customize your setup using WiiM Home App; and use voice commands (Alexa, Google Assistant)

“WiiM has become one of the top brands in the streaming component market with their ease of use, sound quality, and full-featured app. Simply connect your passive speakers to the WiiM Amp. Then with a couple steps in the WiiM app, you’ll have a reliable, high-quality streaming setup with your favorite speakers.” – TTL

KEY FEATURES

• rated power output: 100W per channel at 8 ohms
• impedance rating: 8 ohms
• number of speaker terminals: (2) stereo pairs
• DAC: ESS ES9039 Q2M
• phono preamp: no
• EQ: customizable
• wired inputs: HDMI ARC, RCA, Ethernet
• wireless inputs: Bluetooth
• wired outputs: USB Type-A, RCA
• wireless outputs: Bluetooth
• operating app: Wiim Home
• headphone output: no
• subwoofer output: yes
• dimensions: 7.9″ (w) x 8.3″ (d) x 2.8″ (h) / 200 x 211 x 72mm
• weight (total): 3.1 lbs / 1.4kg

COMES WITH

• remote control
• RCA cable
• optical cable
• HDMI cable

WiiM AMP ULTRA vs. WiiM Amp

• Ultra adds a 3.5″ touchscreen display
• Ultra has a more powerful amplifier (100W per channel vs. 60W)
• Ultra features dual TI TPA3255 circuits (vs. single)
• Ultra features Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3 (better reliability, stability)
• Ultra features a higher-end ESS ES9039 Q2M DAC
• Ultra features better audio specs (SNR, THD+N)
• Ultra adds PFFB (Post-Filter Feedback) technology (less distortion)
• Ultra does not have Airplay / Siri