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Nordost QNET Network Switch
£3,320.00 £2,766.67
SKU
QNET
Free UK Delivery
24 Months
New
24 hours
For those looking to experience digital sound the way the artist intended it to be heard, investing in a Nordost QNET Network Switch is the way to go. This device not only provides superior audio performance over standard network switches but its robust design and components also ensure reliable interference-free operation. With the QNET, you can expect a smooth, detailed, and life-like performance with low noise levels and optimal dynamic range. The QNET is well-designed, sturdy and equipped with the latest technology to ensure minimal interference and noise. It is the perfect addition to any audiophile setup, giving you an amazing audio experience every time.
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Nordost QNET Network Switch
For those looking to experience digital sound the way the artist intended it to be heard, investing in a Nordost QNET Network Switch is the way to go. This device not only provides superior audio performance over standard network switches but its robust design and components also ensure reliable interference-free operation. With the QNET, you can expect a smooth, detailed, and life-like performance with low noise levels and optimal dynamic range. The QNET is well-designed, sturdy and equipped with the latest technology to ensure minimal interference and noise. It is the perfect addition to any audiophile setup, giving you an amazing audio experience every time.
Here is what Nordost says about the QNET
The QNET is a layer-2, five-port Ethernet switch that has been specifically designed with audio performance in mind. Whether you stream music and/or video from a local server, a NAS drive, or from the internet, upgrading your digitally-run system with Nordost’s QNET will make all the difference. This premium network switch will deliver enviable dynamic range, extension, and clarity to your system. As a result, the voices and instruments in your music will stand out against a surprisingly black background, giving you the fluid, life-like performance that you are looking for from your digital experience. Compared to other audiophile network switches currently found on the market, which are typically standard switches with a simple upgrade to either the power supply or oscillators, the QNET, from part to placement, was made to perfect the transmission and receival of high-speed audio signals, while achieving extremely low noise operation.
Internally, the QNET uses a high speed, multi-layered, impedance-controlled layout, which optimizes signal routes, minimizing reflections, interference, and crosstalk. It also boasts an extremely low-noise, stable oscillator for the main clock of the device, which allows for minimal jitter and phase noise. It is equipped with six dedicated power supplies, which provide unencumbered current to all parts of the switch, while minimizing noise cross-contamination and ensuring clean, interference-free operation.
Externally, the QNET is manufactured using an extremely durable aluminum housing. This housing not only acts as a heat sink and shield for the device, but also provides physical separation for the five, independent ports, each accommodating an 8P8C (RJ45) connector. The physical separation of each of these ports is a critical and unique design element, ensuring minimal crosstalk and interference within the device.
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"..it makes your streamed music sound more like music and it's only when you realise just how far from that goal we usually are with networked audio that you begin to understand how important this humble-looking audiophile hockey puck is going to be" (Read More) "What QNET does better than the network switches I've tried thus far is make the music sound more 'believable'" Winner Digital Component: Network Switch - Hi-Fi Plus - Awards 2022 |
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"..it was clearly a move forward with small improvements across the board, and one major shift. The transformation of soundstage depth was extraordinary, as flat space became deep. The impression of 3D was so great.." (Read More) Product Review - Positive Feedback Forum - October 2022 |
Specification
- Layer 2 unmanaged switch
- Five independent 8P8C (RJ45) connector ports for minimal crosstalk and interference within the device
- Three auto-negotiated 1000BASE-T (1 Gbps) capable ports (for router and other generic network devices)
- Two 100BASE-TX (100 Mbps) ports (for primary audio servers/players or extneral media sources)
- DC Power Input: 9V/1.2A
- Dimensions: 165mm D x 34.25mm H (6.5in D x 1.35in H)
- Weight: 880g / 31oz
- Aluminium housing
- Low-noise, high precision oscillator
- Internal noise reduction
- High speed interal layout
- Six dedicated power supplies
- Delivers enviable sound dynamic range, extension, and clarity
- Powered by Nordost’s QSOURCE Linear Supply will achieve the best results
About Nordost Cables
Founded in 1991, Nordost Corporation is a high-technology cable manufacturer specializing in the audio and medical fields, using precision conductor solutions first developed for the aerospace industry and in conjunction with NASA for the space shuttle program. This grounding in the mission critical fields of space flight and micro-surgery have afforded the company an enviable research budget and an unprecedented degree of manufacturing accuracy and consistency. Nordost also adopted a unique approach to sales, openly demonstrating the performance of their products against the competition. This confidence was well placed and the strategy proved a sure-fire winner, the legendary Nordost cable demos remaining high on the must-hear list for audiophiles attending hi-fi shows around the world.
Specification
- Layer 2 unmanaged switch
- Five independent 8P8C (RJ45) connector ports for minimal crosstalk and interference within the device
- Three auto-negotiated 1000BASE-T (1 Gbps) capable ports (for router and other generic network devices)
- Two 100BASE-TX (100 Mbps) ports (for primary audio servers/players or extneral media sources)
- DC Power Input: 9V/1.2A
- Dimensions: 165mm D x 34.25mm H (6.5in D x 1.35in H)
- Weight: 880g / 31oz
- Aluminium housing
- Low-noise, stable oscillator for the main clock
- Six dedicated power supplies
- Delivers enviable sound dynamic range, extension, and clarity
- Powered by Nordost’s QSOURCE Linear Supply will achieve the best results
UK Delivery
1. We use Royal Mail 1st Class Services as a Standard Postage Option
Orders received before 4.30pm Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays) are usually dispatched the same day by FIRST CLASS post (unless premium postal or timed courier services are selected), subject to stock availability. Over 98% of our orders are usually delivered the next working day including Saturdays.
Standard delivery is usually within 2-3 working days, although 98% of all orders are delivered the next working day including Saturdays . In extreme cases, such as delivery to the Highlands and Islands, this may take 3 days.
All items are fully insured and come with an invoice from Futureshop.co.uk. We use the Royal Mail for delivery of small packages and DPD or Interlink Express for items that weigh over 2KG. Items over 2KG are fully insured and will usually be delivered within 48 hours of placing your order Monday to Friday subject to stock availability. For International orders, we use FedEx Services where customers have selected this option.
Please note, special orders for non-standard cable lengths or custom-made cables may be subject to longer delivery time-scales. This may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.
We offer 'Free UK delivery on orders over £99' subject to the following terms & conditions:
- Applies only to orders with £99 or more of items (including VAT at the UK rate), at FutureShop.co.uk
- Free Delivery on orders over £99 utilises Royal Mail First Class postal service for items weighing under 2KG. For items weighing over 2KG, we use DPD next working day services which deliver from 9.00am to 6pm within mainland UK (excludes Royal Mail Special Delivery Services and timed next day delivery services by UK Mail).
- Applies only to deliveries to addresses within mainland UK and Northern Ireland addresses. Applies only to orders that are to be delivered to a single Mainland UK delivery address.
- You will not be eligible for free delivery on your order if any items are cancelled or returned for a refund, bringing the total order amount below £99. Where items are returned, the refund due will be the cost of the item less any postage costs.
- We reserve the right to change or discontinue 'Free delivery on orders over £99 promotion at any time.
- FREE DELIVERY FOR ORDERS OVER £99 OFFER DOES NOT APPLY TO TRADE CUSTOMERS.
Free Delivery on orders over £99 utilises Royal Mail First Class postal service for items weighing under 2KG. For items weighing over 2KG, we use DPD or Interlink Express next working day services which deliver from 9.00am to 6pm within mainland UK.
Free Delivery for orders over £99 excludes Royal Mail Special Delivery Services and timed next day delivery services by DPD or Interlink Express.
2. Special Delivery UK - Guaranteed Next Working Day
We have 99.9% of the UK covered With Royal Mail Next Day Special Delivery. We guarantee delivery to most UK addresses by 1pm the next working day. This includes Northern Ireland, Jersey and Guernsey. Some places take longer to deliver to but we still guarantee delivery within three working days by 5.30 PM.
For the Next Day Special Delivery service, orders must be received by futureshop.co.uk by 4.30pm weekdays. Orders after the 4.30pm deadline cannot be guaranteed for same day dispatch.
Please note, Royal Mail Special Delivery for next working day may not be possible where non-standard cable lengths are ordered. If this is the case, the item will be shipped via The Royal Mail Special Delivery service as soon as the cable is custom made.
For orders weighing over 2KG, we reserve the right to ship items using Next Day Pre-Noon Courier Services where Royal Mail Special Delivery option has been selected.
3. Channel Islands & Northern Ireland
We accept orders from all Channel Islands including Alderney, Jersey, Guernsey and Sark. Unless you select a premium service, Items weighing under 2KG are delivered using our standard UK delivery option above. For items weighing over 2KG, a surcharge may be applied for all deliveries to the Channel Islands as well as Northern Ireland.
European Countries
Deliveries to EU member states are subject to 20% VAT. We offer the following shipping services:
- Royal Mail First Class International Untracked Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 10 working days.
- Royal Mail First Class International Tracked Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 3 to 7 working days.
- DHL Express International - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. DHL orders must be received by 3:30pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Priority - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. FedEx orders must be received by 3.00pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Economy - Item are usually delivered within 48 to 72 hours
Worldwide - Excluding UK & Europe
Deliveries outside of the EU are not subject to 20% VAT and so the 20% tax on items is automatically deducted when you login or register.
We offer the following shipping services:
- Royal Mail First Class International Untracked Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 15 working days.
- Royal Mail First Class International Tracked Airmail - Items are usually delivered within 10-15 working days.
- DHL Express International - Items are usually delivered within 48 hours. DHL orders must be received by 3:30pm in order to ship items the same day, subject to stock availability.
- Federal Express International Priority - Items are usually delivered within 48 hours. FedEx orders must be received by 3.00pm in order to ship items the same day, subject to stock availability.
Where the actual weight of the package significantly exceeds the shipping cost charged on orders, we may write to you for an additional shipping charge. For larger orders, items may be shipped in multiple packets.