Volumio Preciso High Performance Stereo DAC

Volumio Preciso Ultra Precise Dual Mono Stereo DAC

Overview

Volumio Preciso digital to analogue converter is built for listeners who want to hear more from their music — more detail, more space, more tone, and more emotion. Rather than chase extreme measurements or overly technical features, the Volumio Preciso DAC focuses on the qualities that matter most in a real-world system: clean conversion, a stable analogue stage, and a musical presentation that feels balanced and effortless.

At the heart of the Volumio Preciso is a dual-mono architecture using two ESS9038Q2M DAC chips, one dedicated to each channel. This separation reduces crosstalk and improves channel balance, allowing the DAC to reveal subtle detail and better stereo imaging. It’s a design approach usually found in higher-priced converters, chosen because it benefits true high fidelity listening as much as high-resolution playback.

Digital inputs include USB Audio Class 2.0 and I²S (via HDMI-type connector), giving the Preciso flexibility with both Volumio transports and other digital sources. USB offers the highest bitrate, supporting high-resolution PCM and DSD formats, while I²S provides a direct low-jitter pathway for compatible devices. When paired with Volumio Rivo, Rivo Plus, or Primo models, the connection is smooth and stable, making the Preciso a natural upgrade within the Volumio ecosystem or other systems where a higher quality DAC is required..

From the digital stage forward, everything in the Volumio Preciso DAC is built around purity and refinement. The analogue output section uses high-quality components selected for consistency, low noise, and natural tone. This results in a presentation that avoids harshness or fatigue — instead offering clean detail, smooth midrange texture, and articulate bass. Whether you’re listening to intimate acoustic recordings, electronic layers, or vocal-focused playlists, the Preciso DAC helps your system sound more open and more engaging.

Build quality is another standout. The aluminium chassis is machined and finished in Florence, Italy, giving the Volumio Preciso a modern, understated presence that suits a wide range of systems. The construction is solid, quiet, and designed to last, with a well-shielded internal layout that keeps interference away from the analogue stage. A front-panel status LED keeps operation simple and unobtrusive, while the rear layout is clean, intuitive, and easy to integrate with your existing setup.

Because it’s a pure DAC, the Preciso doesn’t try to act as a streamer or amplifier — it does one job and does it exceptionally well. Pair it with a high-quality transport like Volumio Rivo or Rivo Plus, connect it to an integrated amplifier or preamp through its balanced XLR or unbalanced RCA outputs, and enjoy a refined, modern digital front end that fits naturally into your home.

For Groove Central listeners who want a premium yet approachable DAC with genuine musical warmth, Volumio Preciso offers an elegant balance of performance, simplicity, and craftsmanship. It elevates the sound of any system while keeping the experience intuitive and enjoyable — exactly how good digital audio should feel.

Key Features

• Dual-mono DAC architecture using two ESS9038Q2M chips

• Low-jitter MEMS clocking for cleaner timing and improved musical clarity

• USB Audio Class 2.0 input supporting high-resolution PCM and DSD

• I²S input (HDMI-type connector) for compatible digital transports

• Fully separated digital and analogue circuits to minimise noise and interference

• Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA analogue outputs

• Refined analogue stage designed for natural, expressive sound

• Solid aluminium chassis hand-assembled in Florence, Italy

• Stable performance with precise channel separation and low noise floor

• Ideal pairing with Volumio Rivo, Rivo Plus, Primo V2 and Primo Plus

• Simple front-panel design with clear status indication

• Internal high-quality power regulation for clean analogue output

Technical Stuff 

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