Blume HD Long Range Bluetooth 5.3 Music Receiver Hi-Fi Audio Adapter with Audiophile DAC, LDAC & AptX HD for Home Stereo, AV Receiver or Amplifier

I wish I discovered this thing sooner! Very neatly packaged and feels well built. I used nicer cables than the ones supplied. Connected with my phone and Tidal and the sound is very pleasing. It's not exactly critical listening worthy but for background music it's awesome! Set up was a breeze. I connected into a preamp socket, hooked up to an auxiliary input and paired device. Music started up with no issues. Nothing beats a designated 2 channel system playing quality source material but this little guy is absolutely perfect when you just want music playing and your catalog is unlimited. Definitely recommend

I was looking for a Bluetooth DAC to stream music on my system in a dedicated listening room. I do know that Bluetooth is not really hi-rez. But with newer tech like aptX that companies like Arcam use, the sound fidelity has gotten much better. One another limitation in my system was that it is has a "passive" preamp. So the source (like CDP or DVD players or HR Receiver) need to have a healthy voltage to drive the amp. This unit checked out on all my requirements: AKM DAC 2V output aptX RCA out Optical out I had not heard of this unit till I did a serious search on the internet for Bluetooth(BT). I compared the specs to some BT DACs upto $500 and this one was all that i was needed. Nevertheless, I was a bit skeptic from my previous experience using a Logitech BT, which had a very low output voltage. The sound was anemic in my passive system. Amazon shipped the unit pretty fast and I did not waste time to hook it up in my main system. I used a Samsung Tab A to stream songs from FolkAlley and Spotify. When the first notes from Folk Alley came on, I was AMAZED. Yes, this perfectly suited my system. All I have to do is set the BT volume on the tablet to FULL. If a user is using a regular receiver or integrated amplifier, you probably will have the BT set to only 50% of the volume, since the built-in preamplifier in your receiver/amp will amplify the sound to necessary volume. Connection is stable and I have tried to connect to this unit via the Samsung Tab A from 2 floors up. My listening room is in the basement. I have to be on the stairs between first and second floor to get a connection. Had some friends over and pairing was very simple. Though they are now music enthusiasts like me, they were amazed to hear how their Spotify music sounds in a dedicated listening room. I could not do this previously since my system is passive and lacked a BT receiver. Soundwise, it sounds phenomenal for a BT Receiver. The DACs are the same as in some megabuck dedicated CD/SACD players. I use the free Spotify and not the premium version. So cannot comment on really hi-rez streaming. But I am so happy with the sound quality, that I decided to give this unit a shout-out using the Amazon review. I did forgot to mention that this unit feels "solid" and not like cheap plastic. So you get the ownership pride too. I wish I was aware of this product when the kickstarter project kicked off. Now for the negative: The biggest gripe is, the beautifully boxed device comes with everything as mentioned on their website, EXCEPT for the USB charger that goes into the power outlet. I really did not understand why this pas not included. As for the authenticity of my "ears" and experience, you can checkout my system at the link below and judge my review: [...] I went with the Black version, since it gels well in my system. I will soon update my system page with a picture of this unit.

A perfect upgrade to my vintage receiver, the sound quality is superb and the pairing setup was simple and the Bluetooth range is more than adequate. I love all the streaming music apps that I’m able to listen to unlimited music.

I bought this unit after doing some research on the hi-fi forums and seeing a few mentions of this product as being a good choice for people who stream from their mobile devices. My main music source is my phone with Amazon Music HD so I didn’t need a full DAC with multiple component inputs on the back. The Auris arrived quickly, packaging was great, and installation was very straight forward with my integrated amp, a Marantz PM8006. I’ve been using the Auris for a week now and performance has been flawless. I really like that it works great even if you leave it turned on all the time. With other Bluetooth devices, I sometimes find that leaving it on all the time can cause a buffering problem that results in a ‘skipping’ sound during playback. Usually a power cycle will fix it but it’s annoying and I have seen this with multiple brands. With this Auris, however, none of that happens. The connection is very stable even when the unit is left on for days and has multiple devices connecting to it, and the operating distance is crazy good. Seriously, this thing can stayed connected and sound good at a surprising distance. Sound quality is also very good to my ears, especially when playing music at 24-bit. I don’t have any audio sources that go higher than 24-bit so can’t comment on performance there. Overall, a great value especially if you want good sound from your phone or tablet but don’t need all the features, cost and bulk of a full DAC.

Easy to hookup, and pairing with all my Apple Mac Pro equipment was a relatively easy process. Using my Itunes BT signal for example, I am routing it thru a NAD-C165BEE preamp with right and left input (hook-ups included in box). The sound quality, and channel L+R separation is very defined and not bad. This is not a mono signal. Speakers are powered by 2 piggybacked Onkyo Power Amps @150 watts. My equipment is within 30ft range of each other. Unit boasts 100' range. So far, a good bargin for the money.

Outstanding product. Makes vintage receiver amp and speakers sound better than ever when streaming. Previous Bluetooth adapter used was ok but once this product was attached it was a noticeable sonic change. A bit more expensive but worth it.

I recently purchased a $20 wi fi receiver to connect my stereo (and speakers) to my phone, wirelessly. The sound was horrible! I returned it. So I decided to be a little more diligent in purchasing a new one and actually read the reviews. This one had high marks, so I decided to give it a try. I’m thrilled that I did! Item arrived lightning fast, and I had it connected to my stereo in a minute. Then I followed the easy instructions and had my phone paired to it in the next minute. Easy peasy! Visually, it looks sleek and blends in to my stereo equipment. More importantly, the Sound is fantastic. Two thumbs up. Recommend.

Though this is a bit highly priced bluetooth DAC, but it does a pretty good job in producing nice sound quality. I am using it with the digital optical option and the output is directed to a 5.1 converter and from there it leads to a very old F&D 5.1 channel home theater. I am liking the sound that it produces via bluetooth from either my Samsung phone or my IPad. But not to forget if someone is wanting a real audiophile grade audio with a dedicated special proprietor chip like a BurrBrown or Sabre then go for IFi Zen One Hi- Res. bluetooth DAC which is much more costlier than the Auris blume but provides sound which seems out of the world. A picture of the Ifi Zen one is also there in the picture provided in this review. Kindly check.

Conecte blue me a mi antiguo pero confiable amplificador Yamaha y me ha permitido seguir gozándolo aunado a mis bocinas de hifi pro con música digital desde mi celular una gran compra pues la salida además de rca tiene para cable óptico

A los 6 meses aproximadamente de la compra. No reconocía ningún dispositivo blotooth, imposible emparejarlo con el equipo Pedimos al fabricantes si nos podía ayudar y no nos contestó la manera de emparejarlo. Por lo que atención al cliente de Amazon nos recomendó devolverlo y nos ha devuelto el 100% del coste Una lástima porque funcionaba bien

Dispositivo di facile utilizzo, connessione al mio tablet ipad veloce e affidabile, collegato le uscite analogiche a un preamplificatore NAD e l'impianto suona molto bene. Il ricevitore e' esteticamente gradevole, la disposizione dei connettori e' razionale e la gestione del power-down dopo la disconnessione dal tablet e' funzionale.

Probably the best HD Bluetooth receiver for an old or new amplifier and stereo system, great range and super sound ! Would highly recommend.