Access your audio files without a computer

This element is a digital player with network support. That is to say it is capable of playing audio tracks from a remote source. This source may be a hard drive located within the network or even an online streaming service.

Without any screen nor interface, Digione reader is controlled remotely with a mobile phone, tablet or any device capable of running a web browser. One can therefore enjoy a high quality audio playback without having to leave the couch or the bath.

Dedicated music player

Used in high fidelity chain, this type of network drive is extremely convenient since it is much more compact than a conventional computer and thus limits the space occupied. Wireless connectivity is also useful for the purpose of reducing congestion related to the accumulation of cables. Conversely, all of the computing power and its IT construction are mobilized in the service of audio quality. The sound quality will be multiplied compared to a smartphone or tablet classic.

So your devices dedicated to communication and work to avoid being solicités precarious audio use and are available for their other functions over the phone ringing in the middle of an opera or a computer that is updated during a guitar solo. The network drive for its part fulfills an audio function and will have no excuse to disturb listening.

DietPi Preinstalled

Unlike many network drives based on an SBC kind Raspberry Pi, this Digione drive is already equipped with a preinstalled audio software. It is not necessary to have expertise in installing Linux or micro-SD card flash. The device is ready for use, it will only connect to your network to enjoy the full extent of its capabilities.

DietPi is a very versatile distribution, including many software installable automatically by a menu. DietPi manages many software capable of transforming a Raspberry Pi into a real audio player. Among them we can mention: Kodi, LMS / Squeezelite, Shairport (Airplay), Roon Bridge, PD / YMPD - O! MPD - Mopidy, mediarender (DLNA), Spotify Connect Web / Raspotify

The tradition of the SBC is particularly articulated around the concept of open source. Devices and software solutions compatible with Raspberry Pi are no exception to the rule so you can easily change the software installed on your network drive if you happen to wish to experience other softwares or other functions.

This network drive will work just as well with Max2Play, DietPi or Picoreplayer suit your audio projects. It will suffice to extract the micro-SD card and flash the firmware image with your choice.