Roon Labs Announces Nucleus One Affordable Music Server

Roon announced the release of Nucleus One, the newest addition to the Nucleus music server product line combining high performance and affordability. Already benefiting from additional resources since the Roon acquisition by Harman, the Nucleus One leverages advances in computer technology, technical design, and manufacturing processes to deliver an attractively priced turn-key device specifically intended for Roon's library management, music exploration, and multiroom music player software.
 
The original Nucleus server was quickly recognized by those seeking the best possible server/streamer option for Roon. The new Nucleus One joins Nucleus Titan, replacing previous Nucleus models with updated hardware and cutting-edge performance — providing effortless setup, rock-solid operation, and improved design aesthetics to buyers of every budget.

Comparable in performance to the previous Nucleus, Nucleus One is an affordably priced, dedicated Roon server molded from high-quality polycarbonate with visual characteristics that echo the premium Nucleus Titan. Priced at just $499.99 USD, Nucleus One is a perfect choice for anyone seeking a reliable Roon server that offers a best-in-class music experience at an unrivaled price point.

This dedicated Roon server delivers Roon OS reliability and performance to all Roon users, featuring a Gigabit Ethernet LAN port for networked audio devices, two USB 3.0 ports (A type connector unfortunately), and one audio-only HDMI port. The chassis provides space for 2.5" internal SATA drives for up to 8TB library storage capacity, with CPU cooling assisted by a quiet internal fan. The precision molded, modern matte black enclosure maintains the exterior design aesthetics of Roon's new flagship Nucleus Titan server. "In the rare case where one team can control hardware, firmware, operating system, and application software, it's possible to do amazing things. You can create products that are rock-solid and feature-rich, which provide the foundation of a great user experience. We've been lucky enough to do it a few times, starting with the Sooloos system nearly 20 years ago. That product had a five-figure retail price, and we've been on a mission ever since to develop something we could recommend to our friends and families. Nucleus One is the culmination of all our experience up to this point: a dedicated Roon server for the price of an off-the-shelf mini PC," explains Enno Vandermeer, Roon founder.

The Nucleus One server is able to support external network storage (NAS) systems and network audio streamers, connecting also to external USB DACs, as well as stereo and multichannel HDMI devices, serving up to 6 simultaneous multiroom zones. Now available for pre-order with expected release date in May 15, 2024.
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