15-Feb-2025, 19:41
Attached is the link to a review of the new Devialet Astra on the Dutch website HiFi.nl:
https://hifi.nl/artikel/34738/Review-Dev...rgave.html
Summary
The sound characteristics of this Devialet form the foundation for a realistic audio experience. The Class-D amplifier performs on par with many traditional amplifiers. The Astra fits well into today’s technological landscape, with much of its functionality accessible via an app. Additionally, it comes with a robust and beautifully designed remote control.
Pros
Integrated amplifier with streaming
Elegant design
Supports multiple streaming protocols, including Bluetooth
Dynamic, realistic, detailed, fast, pure, and well-focused sound
Phono input with pre-RIAA curves
Ideal speaker matching for optimal performance
Bi-amping, bridging, and subwoofer control options
Flexible speaker pairing for customizable sound preferences
App, remote control, and online configurator for seamless operation
Cons
Like all modern technology with built-in computer systems, its lifespan won’t be 80 years, unlike some analog equipment.
Comparison with the Devialet Expert Pro
The review also compares the Astra to the now discontinued Expert Pro but does not provide a conclusion regarding differences in sound quality.
Key differences:
• New operating system and faster processor
• Available in two colors
• USB-A replaced by USB-C
• No more AES-EBU and trigger connections
• Additional streaming protocols, including Bluetooth
• Improved Devialet App and online configurator
I understand that Tidal access is also included, alongside Spotify, which was already available on the Pro series. I hope a future software update for the Pro series will also include Tidal support. But I don’t have much faith in Devialet delivering on this.
https://hifi.nl/artikel/34738/Review-Dev...rgave.html
Summary
The sound characteristics of this Devialet form the foundation for a realistic audio experience. The Class-D amplifier performs on par with many traditional amplifiers. The Astra fits well into today’s technological landscape, with much of its functionality accessible via an app. Additionally, it comes with a robust and beautifully designed remote control.
Pros
Integrated amplifier with streaming
Elegant design
Supports multiple streaming protocols, including Bluetooth
Dynamic, realistic, detailed, fast, pure, and well-focused sound
Phono input with pre-RIAA curves
Ideal speaker matching for optimal performance
Bi-amping, bridging, and subwoofer control options
Flexible speaker pairing for customizable sound preferences
App, remote control, and online configurator for seamless operation
Cons
Like all modern technology with built-in computer systems, its lifespan won’t be 80 years, unlike some analog equipment.
Comparison with the Devialet Expert Pro
The review also compares the Astra to the now discontinued Expert Pro but does not provide a conclusion regarding differences in sound quality.
Key differences:
• New operating system and faster processor
• Available in two colors
• USB-A replaced by USB-C
• No more AES-EBU and trigger connections
• Additional streaming protocols, including Bluetooth
• Improved Devialet App and online configurator
I understand that Tidal access is also included, alongside Spotify, which was already available on the Pro series. I hope a future software update for the Pro series will also include Tidal support. But I don’t have much faith in Devialet delivering on this.
