Quad VENA II Play is a versatile integrated amplifier with advanced DTS Play-Fi® wireless music streaming technology, designed for the modern music lover who wants to combine high-quality sound and wireless convenience. The integrated ESS Sabre32 ES9018K2M DAC supports PCM up to 384 kHz and DSD256 formats, and Bluetooth with aptX ensures high-quality wireless connection. The device also has an MM phono equalizer for turntables, analog AUX inputs and digital optical, coaxial and USB.
Amplifier power: 2 x 45 W (8 Ω), 2 x 65 W (4 Ω)
Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
Wireless technology: DTS Play-Fi®, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n dual-band
Supported music streaming services: Spotify, Tidal, Amazon Music, Deezer, Napster, SiriusXM, etc.
DAC: ESS Saber32 ES9018K2M chip
DESCRIPTION
The QUAD Vena II Play is the latest addition to the best-selling QUAD Vena series of integrated amplifiers. It also heralds the arrival of wireless audio streaming and multi-room technology the QUAD product portfolio. Based on the recent upgrade and richly specified Vena II, the QUAD Vena II Play incorporates the acclaimed DTS Play-Fi® platform.
With DTS Play-Fi® Technology, music can be streamed over your wireless network in high-resolution format and can be easily expanded to an ultimate multi-room system if required. You can stream from any source on your wireless network, including smart-phones, tablets or PCs as well as a NAS Drive.
OVERVIEW
SMART AESTHETICS
The DTS Play-Fi® platform offers a wealth of music options from around the globe. Spotify, Tidal, HD Tracks, Deezer, Amazon Music, Napster, KKBox and Sirius XM, to name a few. Browse a radio guide with thousands of stations and podcasts, or stream from a home media server with DLNA compatibility.
QUAD Vena II Play borrows more than just looks from its sibling, the Vena II – utilizing much of the same high-specification design, including the ES9018K2M from the Saber32 Reference DAC as well as the aptX Bluetooth connectivity, it has all the pure musicality of QUAD coursing through its very versatile circuitry.
There is also a smattering of both digital and analogue connections, including an MM phono stage, for a turntable. So however you want to enjoy your music, analogue or digital, the QUAD Vena II Play will have you connected and ready to play.
Technology
WIRELESS STREAMING TECHNOLOGY
DTS Play-Fi is premium whole-home wireless audio, now available from the largest ecosystem of brands in the world. Stream your favorite content with astonishing audio quality, from every device that you've got.
All DTS Play-Fi products are seamlessly interoperable, so you can find the perfect speaker for every room, and know that they will all make beautiful music together.
Whole home audio, made easy:
DTS Play-Fi sends audio from mobile devices to speakers throughout the home using proprietary streaming, synchronization, and authentication technology.
Freedom of choice, at last
Every single DTS Play-Fi product works perfectly with all the rest, regardless of brand, so you get a huge range of options to customize your home, and one simple, elegant listening experience.
DTS Play-Fi offers an unparalleled selection of audio products for your home, from compact battery-powered speakers to powerful soundbars, built by the most respected audio brands in the business. No more compromising your style or taste to get a high-quality wireless audio solution.
An endless supply of music
DTS Play-Fi comes with a wealth of music options from around the globe. Spotify, *Pandora, Deezer, Napster, KKBox and Sirius XM, to name a few. Browse a radio guide with thousands of stations and podcasts, or stream from a home media server.
TECHNICAL DATA
Model VENA II Play
DTS Play-Fi Technology Dual - band 802.11a/b/g/n
Support global, popular streaming content（Amazon Music, Spotify, TIDAL,
Juke, BBC, ESPN, KKBox, SiriusXM, Napster, Internet Radio, Deezer,
(iHeartRadio, PANDORA, SOUNDMACHINE, tunein, Qobuz, Qmusic)
Support Speakers Group
Support android/iOS/Kindle Fire/Windows PC
Analog Pre-Amplifier Section:
Input Sensitivity (AUX) 525mV
Input Sensitivity (Phono, MM) 2.5mV
Input Impedance 10Kohm (AUX), 47Kohm // 100pF (Phono)
Inputs 2 x AUX, 1x Phono (MM)
Output 1 x Pre-Out (RCA)
Frequency Response 20Hz-20KHz (+/- 0.5dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) < 0.002%
Signal To Noise > 110dB (A-Weighted)
Power Amplifier Section
Rated Power 2 x 45W (8ohm) / 2 x 65W (4ohm)
Frequency Response 20Hz-20KHz (+/- 0.5dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) < 0.005% (30W, 8ohm)
Signal To Noise > 108dB (A-Weighted)
Digital Section
DAC ESS Saber32 ES9018K2M chip
Sampling Frequency Optical, coaxial: 44.1kHz ---192kHz ;
USB:44.1kHz---384kHz(PCM)/DSD64, DSD128, DSD256
Ethernet, Wi-Fi: 44.1kHz ---192kHz
Digital Input 1 x Coaxial, 1 x Toslink Optical
1 x USB for PC USB
Bluetooth (aptX, aptX LL)
Mechanical Section
Size (WXHXD) 301 x 95 x 313 mm
Net Weight 6.1kg
DOCUMENTS
User manual (EN)
