Primo, Primo V3 and Primo Plus are all-in-one streaming DACs: connect them to your amplifier or active speakers and you have everything you need to enjoy your music services, your local library and internet radio in high resolution. All of them are designed and made in Florence, include all Volumio Premium features at no additional cost and are Roon Ready.
Primo
The streamer that started it all, and the easiest way into high-quality streaming. The original Primo won the EISA award for best digital source in 2020-2021.
ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M DAC in differential configuration, with 7 digital filters.
Balanced XLR (4 Vrms) and unbalanced RCA (2 Vrms) outputs, plus a S/PDIF coaxial output.
Design by Design Narratives, also available in the limited Florence Edition.
Primo V3
The third generation of Primo, completely redesigned around our latest platform: more performance and more control, at the same accessible price level.
ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M DAC with Hyperstream IV architecture, 8 digital filters and switchable NOS mode.
Playback up to PCM 384 kHz/32-bit.
Adjustable output levels to perfectly match your amplifier: XLR from 1.0 to 6.3 Vrms and RCA from 0.5 to 3.15 Vrms.
Internal linear power supply stage, faster quad core A72 CPU and 12V trigger output.
Primo Plus
Our most advanced streamer, winner of the EISA Best Streamer 2026-2027 award. Designed for those who want the best, and to be the heart of a complete system.
Dual mono architecture with 2 ESS ES9039Q2M DACs, upgraded opamps, dual linear power supply and a high-precision clock.
Playback up to PCM 768 kHz/32-bit and DSD512, 8 digital filters and NOS mode.
Extra inputs: USB-C (use it as a DAC for your computer), optical and coaxial, to connect your TV, CD player or other sources.
Built-in preamp with hardware volume control to drive a power amplifier directly, OLED display, 12V trigger and the Remoto remote control included.
Which one is right for you?
Primo: the ideal start if you want a complete streaming DAC with proven, award-winning quality.
Primo V3: the best choice for most systems, with higher resolution, NOS mode and adjustable outputs to match any amplifier.
Primo Plus: for the most demanding listeners, or if you also want to connect other sources (TV, CD player, computer) or drive a power amplifier directly.
Full specifications and current prices: Primo, Primo V3 and Primo Plus.