Legacy Products

This page lists Antipodes Music Server/Player products that are no longer in production.

Music Server technology advances rapidly because most new generations of chipsets simultaneously offer a step up in sound quality and in computational performance. As a world-leader in the field, Antipodes chooses to continuously deliver the best available technology in our current models, and to look after our existing customers through attractive upgrade and trade-in offers.

Most recent models listed below qualify for an upgrade that installs some of our latest technology in your existing case-work. All models are eligible for trade-in offers.

All models, except those sold prior to 2014 using obsolete 32-bit processors, can be upgraded to Antipodes latest software suite.

Recent Models

Models released since 2017 remain very competitive, particularly after the available upgrades have been installed. Unlike earlier models, the recent models use chipsets that can be used effectively with the latest playback applications. However, the K30, CX, Core and DS-Core are much more suitable if you wish to use the more demanding playback features of HQPlayer Server or Roon Server.

K30

The K30 incorporates a powerful computing engine to run Server apps, and an exceptional low-power computing engine to run Player apps. The two computing engines are optimally connected internally.

The K30 uses our latest technology, but is not a current model because a key chipset is no longer available. We retain plenty of parts for repairs. We also re-manufacture trade-in K30s, meaning they are still available for purchase. Re-manufactured units are very attractively priced. Contact us for more information.

K10

The K10 uses our latest technology, but is not a current model because a part that is critical to its performance is no longer available. We retain plenty of parts for repairs. A K10 can be added to any Antipodes Music Server to provide high-quality auto-ripping of CDs.

CX

The Antipodes CX can perform both Server and Player functions, but its design focus was on it being a world-class Server, playing to a DAC’s Ethernet input, or to an Antipodes EX performing the Player function.

A hardware upgrade is available for this model. This upgrade installs an upgraded power supply that substantially lifts performance. Contact us for more information.

EX

The Antipodes EX can perform both Server and Player functions, but its design focus was on it being a world-class Player, playing from an Antipodes CX performing the Server function.

A hardware upgrade is available for this model. This upgrade installs an upgraded power supply that substantially lifts performance. Contact us for more information.

P1

A P1 can be added to any Antipodes Music Server to provide high-quality auto-ripping of CDs. Its design focus was to be a ripper for an Antipodes CX.

P2

A P2 can be added to any Antipodes Music Server and provide re-clocked synchronous outputs. Its design focus was to be a re-clocker for an Antipodes EX.

DX3

The DX3 is based on the EX, with an in-built ripper, and with a superior power supply. Its design focus is to equally support the Server and Player functions, provided the user does not wish to use the demanding DSP features in Roon Server and HQPlayer Server Embedded.

A hardware upgrade is available for this model. This upgrade installs an upgraded power supply that substantially lifts performance. Contact us for more information.

CORE

The Antipodes CORE can be used for both Server and Player functions, but its design focus was on it being a world-class Server, playing to a DAC’s Ethernet input, or to an Antipodes EDGE performing the Player function.

This model can be substantially upgraded by replacing the power supply with an Antipodes S60. Contact us for more information.

EDGE

The Antipodes EDGE can be used for both Server and Player functions, but its design focus was on it being a world-class Player, playing from an Antipodes CORE performing the Server function.

This model can be substantially upgraded by replacing the power supply with an Antipodes S60. Contact us for more information.

DS3

The DS3 is a cut-down version of the DX3, with an in-built ripper, and with a choice of external power supplies. Its design focus is to equally support Server and Player function, provided the user does not wish to use the demanding DSP features in Roon Server and HQPlayer Server Embedded.

The DSGT is a hot-rod version of the DS3, including an outboard linear power supply. The DS-X lifts the DS3 performance level to the DX3 level. The DS-Core upgrades the internal computing engine to the power level of the Antipodes CORE.

This model can be substantially upgraded by replacing the power supply with an Antipodes S60. Contact us for more information.

Early Models

Models released prior to 2017 were designed to run the light playback applications that prevailed at the time, such as Squeeze and MPD, and they were designed to perform both the Server and Player functions.

Models sold prior to 2014 used 32-bit processors and so could be upgraded to later software versions, and are restricted to running Vortexbox software. The suppliers of Vortexbox software no longer provide support and updates, but these music servers can still be used.

On top of the adoption of 64-bit processors, the release of Roon, and the later release of HQPlayer Server embedded, meant two significant changes were required in music server/player design. Running these demanding server applications requires significantly more computational power than any of the early models possess. Plus, the need for more power to run Server apps, means it is advantageous to use separate low-power (and low-noise) devices to run the Player apps.

For these reasons, the early models are suited, either for use with Squeeze or MPD, or for running only the Player app, and adding a more powerful device for the server app.

If you have an early model we highly recommend that you contact us to discuss your trade-in options, while these are still available.

DX

The DX was a Stereophile Class A+ Recommended Component, and won several other awards from leading magazines.

The DX is no longer eligible for upgrades, but is eligible for trade-in offers. Contact us for more information.

DS2

This model can be upgraded by replacing the power supply with an Antipodes S60. Contact us for more information.

DV

This model is no longer eligible for upgrades, but is eligible for trade-in offers. Contact us for more information.

DS

The DS came with a choice of external power supplies, and the DS Reference included a number of upgrades, with the most notable being a high-quality internal linear power supply. The DS Reference was the first Music Server to ever be given a 6moons Blue Moon award.

This model is no longer eligible for upgrades, but is eligible for trade-in offers. Contact us for more information.