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WiiM Ultra
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harkpabst
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Focusrite interface and the mic that came with a pair of IK Multimedia iLoud MTM speakers, I suppose?
Very short answer: By all means, stay away from clipping! As @sealpin said, at least 3 dB, maybe even better 6 dB.
How would that Focusrite interface allow for calibration of the microphone? Honestly, I'd be a little suspicious of that microphone. IK Multimedia might have included a fix calibration (compensating for known anomalies) into their hardware and software products, that isn't available to you when using the WiiM Home App.
Results may be better than with a smartphone's built-in mic, but I don't think it's guaranteed.
If I connect an external DAC via USB all room corrections will not work?
No, room correction/ peq settings will still be applied.
Miguelón
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I don’t understand why WiiM Ultra is not compatible with Airplay. Is a software question that will be solved on later firmware, a strategy decision?
It seems Wiim aren't legally able to tell us exactly why, but it will never be available on the Ultra, no.
As @Burnside stated, EQ is still applied, just no bass management.
Petrushka
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So what does AirPlay do that chromecast doesn’t?
Miguelón
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Hummm, I’m hesitating between WiiM Pro Plus and Ultra. Is true that I never use Apple Music, do you know if other platforms may be played with the WiiM app independently? For example Qobuz
To state the obvious, you can’t Chromecast to AirPlay compatible speakers like HomePods etc
All WiiM devices have native Qobuz support, and all but the mini can be chromecasted to from the Qobuz app itself. WiiM devices also support Tidal, Amazon Music and Deezer inter alia
Miguelón
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Thanks!
Apple devices
harkpabst
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Here is the one and only official statement on AirPlay and the WiiM Ultra:
WiiM Ultra and No AirPlay
Hi WiiM Community, We always strive to be transparent with this forum, sharing early product announcements, specifications, and addressing your concerns and questions. We realize the lack of availability of AirPlay in the WiiM Ultra has caused confusion and we apologize for that. The WiiM Ultra...
forum.wiimhome.com
In addition I can confirm that technically the Ultra is technically capable of acting as an AirPlay receiver. This feature has been available during early beta testing but had to be removed prior to general availability.
Miguelón
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Are there any (audible) reasons to prefer the Ultra to the Pro Plus?
I will use it as a “classical” streamer setup: WiiM (Ultra or Pro) controlled by iPhone => RCA output => RCA input active monitors.
I will use it as a “classical” streamer setup: WiiM (Ultra or Pro) controlled by iPhone => RCA output => RCA input active monitors.
harkpabst
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A different and (potentially) better DAC, reportedly higher grade OP amps.
I can't compare the two.
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I doubt it, but we haven't seen the measurements yet to confirm. The Pro Plus should already be transparent, so nothing audible to improve on. I doubt they would make the Ultra worse. The choice is more about features and capabilities.
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