Network Streamers
DreamPlay S
Kalista's reference network streamer, conceived for listeners who already own a DAC they trust — the streaming stage alone, in the brand's signature tripod form. Hand-built in France.
Key Features
- Pure network streaming source with no onboard D/A converter, intended to pair with a separate reference DAC
- Native high-resolution playback: PCM up to 32-bit / 384 kHz and DSD up to DSD256
- Broad protocol support: Roon Ready, Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect, Spotify Connect, Deezer, DLNA/UPnP, Audirvana and vTuner
- Wired and wireless networking (Ethernet and Wi-Fi)
- USB 2.0 input for external storage
- Dedicated external Elektra power supply
- Signature chassis in solid aluminium, stainless steel and methacrylate
Design & Build
Like every Kalista device, the DreamPlay S combines solid aluminium, stainless steel and clear methacrylate — a mix chosen as much for its decoupling and vibration control as for its unmistakable look. Each unit is hand-assembled in the Métronome Technologie workshop in France.
System Pairing
Designed to partner a separate reference DAC — for example the Kalista Mantax — for listeners who prefer dedicated specialist components at each stage of the chain.
Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Network streamer / digital transport (no onboard DAC) |
| Converter / DAC | Not applicable — requires external DAC |
| Sound profiles | — |
| Supported formats | PCM 32-bit / 44.1–384 kHz; DSD64–DSD256 |
| Networking | Ethernet, Wi-Fi |
| Digital inputs | USB 2.0 (external storage) |
| Digital outputs | I²S, S/PDIF, AES/EBU |
| Analogue outputs | None (requires external DAC) |
| Max. output level | — |
| Power supply | External Elektra module |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | TBC |
| Weight | TBC |
| Power consumption | TBC |
| Finish options | TBC |
