This is a review and detailed measurements of the Allo Boss2 Ethernet (and wifi) streamer/player. It was sent to me by the company for testing and costs US $149 by itself. My tested configuration included the Nirvana power supply which brings the cost up to US $209.
I must say, I am very pleased to see Allo upgrade from clear cases of the past to rather attractive aluminum enclosure:
The menus are a bit slow but are worlds better than not having them. A remote control is provided which I did not have to use:
As you can see, a stereo DAC is preinstalled so this is not just a digital streamer but a complete playback device. Combined with the remote, all you need are powered speakers or an amp and passive speakers and you are in business.
An image of DietPi was kindly preinstalled on the unit for me so I was able to instantly recognize and use the Boss2 with my Roon player. All test signal were run through Roon. As such, I am limited to static tests and not anything that includes a sweep.
Allo Boss2 Measurements
As usual, we start with our dashboard:
Wow, this is great performance, rivaling some of the best desktop DACs:
Dynamic range is also excellent although one channel is a bit more noisy than the other:
Jitter performance is great as well:
32-tone test signal resembling "music" shows distortion well below threshold of audibility:
Conclusions
The Allo Boss2 performs excellently and on par with separate components. Yet here, you have it all integrated in one box, ready to go at the same or more competitive price. The value add in the form of the display and remote is great. What can I say, you need to run and buy one.
It is my pleasure to recommend the Allo Boss2 streamer and player.
Edit: video review just posted:
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As always, questions, comments, recommendations, etc. are welcome.
Any donations are much appreciated using: https://www.audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/how-to-support-audio-science-review.8150/
I must say, I am very pleased to see Allo upgrade from clear cases of the past to rather attractive aluminum enclosure:
The menus are a bit slow but are worlds better than not having them. A remote control is provided which I did not have to use:
As you can see, a stereo DAC is preinstalled so this is not just a digital streamer but a complete playback device. Combined with the remote, all you need are powered speakers or an amp and passive speakers and you are in business.
An image of DietPi was kindly preinstalled on the unit for me so I was able to instantly recognize and use the Boss2 with my Roon player. All test signal were run through Roon. As such, I am limited to static tests and not anything that includes a sweep.
Allo Boss2 Measurements
As usual, we start with our dashboard:
Wow, this is great performance, rivaling some of the best desktop DACs:
Dynamic range is also excellent although one channel is a bit more noisy than the other:
Jitter performance is great as well:
32-tone test signal resembling "music" shows distortion well below threshold of audibility:
Conclusions
The Allo Boss2 performs excellently and on par with separate components. Yet here, you have it all integrated in one box, ready to go at the same or more competitive price. The value add in the form of the display and remote is great. What can I say, you need to run and buy one.
It is my pleasure to recommend the Allo Boss2 streamer and player.
Edit: video review just posted:
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As always, questions, comments, recommendations, etc. are welcome.
Any donations are much appreciated using: https://www.audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/how-to-support-audio-science-review.8150/
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