AS8 Pro+ – Switch high end

Description

The LHY Audio AS8 Pro+ is a reference audiophile network switch, specifically designed for high-end streaming and digital audio systems.

Unlike a conventional computer switch, the AS8 Pro+ works on the critical points that most affect digital playback: power supply, internal clock, electrical isolation, vibration control and the reduction of EMI/RFI interference.

Its CNC-machined aluminium chassis construction provides high structural rigidity and excellent shielding against external interference. Inside, it features an advanced architecture with a high-precision OCXO clock, low-noise linear power supply, internal optical isolation and a careful layout of the different working areas.

The result is a more stable and quieter network for streamers, music servers, bridges, NAS and high-end digital systems. During listening, this can translate into a blacker background, better focus, greater tonal naturalness and a more orderly soundstage.

A product designed for those who already have a level digital system and want to improve the quality of the network signal before it reaches the streamer.

It's not a mere accessory: it's a serious foundation for getting more out of your streaming music.

TECHNICAL DATA

Type: High-end audiophile network switch with integrated OCXO master clock.

Chassis: CNC machined aluminium, high-rigidity unibody structure.

Internal architecture: Design separated by functional zones to reduce interference between the power supply, clock and network section.

Primary data area:
– 4 x 2.5G Ethernet RJ45 ports
– 1 10G SFP/SFP+ port

Isolated audio zone
– 2 RJ45 1G Ethernet ports
– 1 x 1.25G SFP port

Internal optical isolation: Internal fibre-optic link between the main data zone and the audio zone, reducing ground noise, high-frequency interference and common-mode noise.

Internal clock: High-precision SC-Cut OCXO.

Clock phase noise: better than -110 dBc/Hz at 1 Hz offset.

External clock input: BNC 10 MHz.

Master clock output: BNC 10 MHz for synchronisation with other compatible devices.

Power supply: Internal low-noise linear power supply.

Transformers: Dual independent toroidal transformers to separate the power supply for the clock and the network section.

Filtering and regulation: Low-noise multi-stage linear regulation.

Main capacitors: High-capacity Vishay capacitor bank.

Internal wiring: High-purity Oyaide 102SSC cabling.

Earth management: Dedicated earth terminal with a Ground Lift switch to help control potential earth loops.

Power inlet: IEC with switch and fuse protection.

Available finishes: Black or silver.

Dimensions: 400 × 55 × 260 mm.

Weight: 5.5 kg.