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ArtSound Smart Stream: The Versatile Network Audio Player

The ArtSound Smart Stream is a compact and versatile network audio player that allows access to numerous online music services and delivers high-quality sound. Whether you want to listen to internet radio, stream music from Spotify, Tidal, or Qobuz, play audio files shared on your local network, or wirelessly stream from your smartphone, the Smart Stream will meet all your needs.

Network Connectivity

At the heart of the Smart Stream is an audio streamer that supports Ethernet, 2.4 GHz WiFi, and Bluetooth 5.0 protocols. You can connect it to your home network in the way that suits you best:

• Via an RJ45 Ethernet cable for a stable wired connection
• Over WiFi for a convenient wireless setup
• With Bluetooth to stream directly from your smartphone or tablet

This connectivity flexibility makes the Smart Stream a plug-and-play device, easy to integrate into any type of audio setup.

Streaming Services

Once connected to the internet, the Smart Stream gives you access to an almost unlimited musical universe. Here are the main supported streaming services and features:

• Internet Radio: with over 10,000 radio stations from around the world accessible via TuneIn and vTuner, you will surely find something to satisfy all your musical desires. Jazz, classical, pop, rock, electro, world music… There’s something for everyone!

• Spotify Connect: thanks to Spotify Connect compatibility, you can stream your favorite Spotify music and playlists in high quality on your audio system, while controlling playback from the Spotify app on your phone or tablet. Simple and intuitive.

• Tidal, Qobuz, and Deezer: high-definition sound enthusiasts will appreciate the native support for Tidal and Qobuz, two streaming services offering a vast catalog in CD and Hi-Res quality. Deezer is also supported to enjoy millions of tracks in CD quality.

• Local File Playback: if you have built a music library on a computer or NAS server, the Smart Stream can easily play your shared audio files via UPnP/DLNA. MP3, WAV, FLAC, AAC… All common audio formats are supported.

• AirPlay and Bluetooth: easily stream your music wirelessly from an Apple device thanks to AirPlay compatibility. Or use Bluetooth to stream from any compatible smartphone, tablet, or computer.

4Stream Control App

To easily control your Smart Stream, download the free 4Stream app, available on iOS and Android. Its intuitive interface allows you to:

• Browse internet radios by genre, country, etc.
• Access your favorite streaming services with a single tap
• Navigate your shared music library
• Control audio playback (play/pause, next/previous tracks, volume)
• Adjust the Smart Stream’s network and audio settings

Multiroom and System Integration

The Smart Stream is designed to easily integrate into a multiroom system. It is indeed compatible with other devices in the ArtSound Smart range, such as the Smart Hyde connected amplifier and the Smart Zone 4 multi-zone preamplifier.

By adding these devices, you can create a true connected audio ecosystem throughout your home and enjoy your music wherever you want. All centrally controlled with the 4Stream app.

Key Benefits of the ArtSound Smart Stream Network Player

• Compact and elegant design that integrates discreetly
• Complete network connectivity: Ethernet, WiFi, Bluetooth
• Extensive compatibility with streaming services including Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz
• Access to over 10,000 internet radio stations via TuneIn and vTuner
• Playback of audio files shared on the local network
• Wireless streaming from smartphones and tablets via AirPlay and Bluetooth
• Analog and digital connections to link other sources and devices
• Centralized control with the intuitive 4Stream app
• Integration capability into an ArtSound Smart multiroom system

Technical Specifications

Network Connectivity

• Internet Radios: access to over 10,000 stations worldwide via TuneIn and vTuner
• Streaming Services: Spotify Connect, Tidal, Qobuz, Deezer, Amazon Music, Napster
• AirPlay: direct playback from an Apple device
• Control via the 4Stream app (iOS and Android)
• Bluetooth version 5.0
• NAS server via UPnP / DLNA

Connectivity

• Inputs: Stereo RCA, optical, USB (mass storage)
• Outputs: Stereo RCA, subwoofer output
• Network: Ethernet RJ45, Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz
• 12 V trigger output
• Power supply: 12 V / 1 A DC

General Features

• Dimensions (H × W × D): 41 × 148 × 120 mm
• Unit weight: 0.37 kg