Bonn N8 – Network switch

Description

Presenting the Bonn N8: a network switch specifically designed for high-resolution music streaming. Audiophiles looking to build a dedicated audio network that delivers the purest possible audio quality at an affordable price will find the Bonn N8 to be the ideal solution. The Bonn N8 allows music lovers to create a stable, isolated audio zone, completely independent of home network traffic; as a result, data is transmitted with fewer interferences, more precisely synchronised data packets, and a purity and lack of distortion that maximises the true potential of excellent Hi-Fi systems.

Optimised for superior audio quality
Many high-end audio manufacturers use low-cost basic components in their network switches—even the most expensive ones. Although acceptable for basic data transmission, these parts cannot adequately support an audio-quality network. Therefore, the Bonn N8 was designed to deliver superior audio quality by specifying critical components without compromise or regard to cost. At a time when traditional high-end companies are repackaging standard switches as “Audio-Grade”, Bonn offers true audiophile-grade performance at a fraction of the price.

Designed for HD music streaming
The Bonn N8 enables an isolated «network ecosystem» to create an independent, low-noise, low-interference Hi-Fi audio zone that effectively separates your audio devices from household traffic and reduces the degradation from network broadcast storms and latency caused by bandwidth-heavy activities from PCs and other devices. The result is greater signal purity with lower noise, reduced distortion, and higher resolution of fine details.

Optimised for music applications

• Optimised for Roon infrastructure; for example, supporting a network comprising a Rhein Z1 as a Roon Core server or a Munich M1 as a Roon Ready player.
• Optimised for high-resolution streaming services such as Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify and more.
• Optimised for playing music collections from NAS (Network Attached Storage). Works well with several brands, including QNAP, Synology and WD NAS.

Further updates

• Power supply
  Connect to the Forester F1 linear power supply (which supplies dual 5 V and 2 A DC outputs) to further improve power delivery and stability.
• Vibration suppression
  Silent Angel S28 stainless steel resonance control feet minimise vibration and reduce mechanical noise.
• Network signal: Connect
  Additional Bonn N8 switchboards in series to better isolate the audio network from domestic traffic.

Product specifications:

• 8 x 100/1000 Base-T audio-grade Ethernet ports
• Master clock accuracy 0.1 ppm at 25 °C
• EMI absorber Silent Angel (SANA) noise absorber
• Noise isolator
  • Main power supply circuit: 17.78 dB at 100 MHz x2
  • Clock generation circuit: 20.79 dB at 100 MHz x2
• Medical-grade power adapter*
• Power input: External 5 V DC power supply at 1 A.
• Maximum energy consumption 5W
• Black metal case material
• ESTE Certificate
• Weight 1 kg
• Temperature
  • Operating: 32 ~ 86 °F (0 ~ 35 °C)
  • Storage: -4 to 158 °F (-20 to 70 °C)
• Dampness
  • Operating range: 10% ~ 90% RH (non-condensing)
  • Storage: 5% ~ 95% RH (non-condensing)
• Product dimensions: 154.5 (width) mm x 26 (height) mm x 85 (depth) mm
• Weight 1 kg

N8 Quick Start Guide
Bonn N8 product specification