WiiM is a smart streaming brand redefining affordable, connected home audio. Gone are the days when enjoying modern streaming services required replacing your entire audio system. WiiM, a brand under LinkPlay, a US company co-founded by Google and Harman (JBL + Harman/Kardon), offers a compelling solution to bridge the gap between your existing Hi-Fi setup and the world of smart music streaming. After achieving huge success on Amazon, WiiM have extended their product range and is now finally available here in NZ.
How does WiiM breathe new life into your legacy audio system?
- Effortless Integration: Simply add a WiiM Mini or WiiM Pro to your existing Hi-Fi or stereo system. These compact devices seamlessly integrate, allowing you to cast or AirPlay directly from your smartphone or tablet. It works with all of your audio devices!
- Unmatched Compatibility: WiiM boasts compatibility with a vast array of popular music streaming services, including Spotify, Tidal, YouTube Music, Soundcloud, and Apple Music.
- Focus on User Experience: WiiM prioritises user experience and has invested heavily in software. Their intuitive and feature-rich app, available for iOS and Android with beta versions for Windows and Mac, grants you complete control over your music library and playback.
- Sleek Elegant Design: Aesthetics matter. WiiM products showcase a minimalist design philosophy, drawing inspiration from Apple's clean lines. This award-winning design complements any home environment.
- Affordable Excellence: WiiM understands that exceptional audio shouldn't come at a premium cost. Their products are competitively priced, making it an attractive proposition for budget-conscious audiophiles seeking to modernise their setups.
Introducing the WiiM Lineup
WiiM Mini - Make Your Audio Smart
The WiiM Mini is the perfect gateway to smart audio streaming. The most affordable streamer from the lineup, this pocket-sized device boasts impressive capabilities despite its miniature footprint. Featuring effortless Wi-Fi connectivity, the WiiM Mini seamlessly integrates with your existing Hi-Fi or stereo system.
- Inputs: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm Line In
- Outputs: Optical, 3.5mm Line Out
- Works With: Apple AirPlay, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Alexa Cast and Siri.
- Compatible With: Any speaker system which can take input from 3.5mm line in or optical.
WiiM Pro - Stream Like a Pro
For those seeking an even more comprehensive streaming experience, the WiiM Pro takes things up a notch. Building upon the strengths of the Mini, the Pro boasts additional features targeted towards the audiophile. High-resolution audio playback support up to 24-bit/192kHz ensures pristine audio quality, allowing you to experience the full depth and detail of your audio. The Pro also includes a remote (with voice) control, more inputs and outputs, and more streaming protocols.
- Inputs: RCA Line In, Optical, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- Outputs: RCA Line Out, Optical, Coax
- Works With: Apple AirPlay, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Alexa Cast, Siri, Google Assistant, Google Cast, and Roon Support
- Compatible With: Any speaker system which can take RCA, 3.5mm, Optical or Coax Input
WiiM Pro Plus - Music Streamer Redefined
The WiiM Pro Plus is for those who demand the absolute best from their streaming experience. It boasts top-of-the-line features for uncompromising audio fidelity. At its core lies a premium AKM DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) renowned for its exceptional audio processing capabilities. This translates to a wider dynamic range, clearer soundstage, and an overall more immersive listening experience. The Pro Plus also features parametric EQ, a powerful tool for fine-tuning the sound signature to perfectly match your speakers and listening preferences.
- Inputs: RCA Line In, Optical, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- Outputs: RCA Line Out, Optical, Coax
- Works With: Apple AirPlay, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Alexa Cast, Siri, Google Assistant, Google Cast, and Roon Support
- Compatible With: Any speaker system which can take RCA, 3.5mm, Optical or Coax Input
WiiM Amp - Stream Elegance, Amplify Brilliance
The WiiM Amp steps beyond the realm of pure streaming and enters the territory of full-fledged audio amplification. Rather than hooking it up to your existing sound system, it IS the sound system - just add some speakers and optional subwoofer! This compact unit is designed to breathe new life into your existing passive speakers, transforming them into smart, streaming powerhouses. It boasts a built-in amplifier packing a punch of 60 watts per channel at 8 ohms (or 120 watts per channel at 4 ohms).
- Inputs: HDMI ARC, Ethernet, Optical, RCA Line-In, USB-A
- Outputs: Passive speaker terminals, Subwoofer Out w/ 30-200Hz Crossover
- Works With: Apple AirPlay, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Alexa Cast, Siri, Google Assistant, Google Cast, and Roon
WiiM offers an affortable, effortless solution to modernise any home audio setup. Embrace the future of streaming with WiiM and check out their range at PB Tech today! For more audio solutions for the home, head over to our Home Audio & Hi-Fi Systems department.
