Lightning DS

In my opinion, Lightning DS is a great app from an audio company that actually listens to its users. Every time I contacted Auralic with questions/issues/suggestions. I was always cordially greeted back by the company’s CEO who is always making an effort to improve the application. For example, I pointed out that the Tidal desktop app displayed a small “M” on the album covers that were offered in Masters/MQA format, and that it would be a nice touch doing the same on the Lightning DS’ Tidal interface. Auralic listened and did just that! On their next update, they added “MQA” at the bottom of the Tidal albums that offered the format. That feature alone made me want to use the app more! The WiFi connection also improved greatly! I think Auralic nails is with the Lightning DS, when it could simply just tell users to pay $500 for a Roon license. Even then, I would still invest in their great products.

I just purchased an Aries Mini to replace an Apple TV for streaming music, and it has been a huge difference. The setup through the app was a breeze. If you're an audiophile or just like great sounding music, buy the Aries, and download the app. If you use Tidal, it has Tidal built into the app. For the money, it is just such a great purchase. Very happy. Five stars all the way.

Keep up the good work

Love that you guys developed the iPhone app. Much more convenient than the iPad app as I always have my phone on me.

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Constantly crashes cannot connect reliably to Auralic Hardware. Very sorry for the 4 figures I spent on their hardware.