WiiM Amp Ultra Hands-on Review: The All-in-One Hi-Fi Powerhouse
, by NAIRU, 2 min reading time
Introduction: If you’ve been following the Hi-Fi scene, you know WiiM has been disrupting the market by offering high-end features at prices that make traditional brands sweat. But their latest flagship, the WiiM Amp Ultra, isn't just another streamer—it’s the "central brain" of your entire audio setup. After putting it through its paces at EMiUZEK, here is our field report.
1. The Display: Not Just a Pretty Face
The standout feature is the 3.5-inch full-color touchscreen. Covered with glass, it’s snappy and responsive.
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The Experience: Seeing large-scale album art and having quick-access playback controls makes the unit feel like a premium piece of furniture. It transforms the "headless" streaming experience into something tactile and visual.
2. Sound Quality: Crystal Clear and Uncolored
Under the hood, the WiiM Amp Ultra is powered by the premium ESS ES9038 Q2M SABRE DAC.
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Our Take: The sound signature is remarkably transparent. It doesn't "warm up" the music artificially; it delivers a high-resolution, analytical soundstage. It supports up to 32-bit/384kHz PCM and DSD512, preserving every ounce of detail from your high-res files.
3. The "Killer Feature": Advanced Room Correction
Most living rooms have acoustic flaws. Usually, you’d need expensive DSP hardware to fix this.
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The Test: We used the WiiM Home app’s room correction. By measuring the room’s response, the Ultra automatically adjusted the EQ to compensate for "boomy" bass.
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The Result: The difference was immediate. The low-end became tighter, and the vocals gained better focus.
4. Connectivity: The Swiss Army Knife
The back panel is where the "Ultra" truly earns its name.
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HDMI ARC: Perfect for integrating your TV.
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Phono Input: A surprisingly high-quality MM phono stage for your turntable.
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Subwoofer Out: Comprehensive bass management for 2.1 systems.
Final Verdict
The WiiM Amp Ultra balances cutting-edge tech with user-friendly features. It bridges the gap between Wi-Fi 6E convenience and old-school analog connectivity. If you want a flagship-level hub without the four-figure price tag, this is it.