Newly Released Amp Ultra Aligns Perfectly with Our Anticipated WiiM Device Upgrade
Turning Up the Volume: A Closer Look at WiiM's Amp Ultra
WiiM is set to expand its portfolio this year, not just with new product lines, but also by bolstering its specialty - affordable streaming components. The star of this expansion is the WiiM Amp Ultra, a streaming amplifier that houses the best of the Ultra streamer and the existing Amp and Amp Pro streaming amplifiers.
Last year, our expert reviews team wasn't overwhelmed by the Amp. However, the Ultra streamer, like its less expensive sibling, the Pro Plus, has been a resounding success. If WiiM manages to incorporate decent-sounding amplification circuitry into the Amp Ultra, it could prove to be a compelling offering that's tough to resist.
The WiiM Amp Ultra amps up the streaming power of the Amp and Amp Pro models, delivering a punchy 100 watts per channel, compared to the 60 watts of its predecessors. Aesthetically, it maintains the minimalist aluminum chassis and the nearly as slick touchscreen we've grown accustomed to in WiiM products.
At its core, the Amp Ultra relies on WiiM's operating system and Home app, which offers seamless integration with multiple streaming apps like Spotify, Amazon Music, Tidal, and Qobuz. In addition, it supports Google Cast, Alexa Cast, DLNA, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, and Bluetooth. Voice control is available through Alexa, Google Assistant, and the included WiiM Voice Remote.
WiiM's ecosystem users will find familiar functions like automatic room correction, multi-room grouping, and EQ customization in the Amp Ultra. Additionally, it offers TV integration features such as HDMI ARC, Dolby Digital decoding, and a subwoofer output. With the ability to power up to four passive speakers simultaneously, the Amp Ultra can serve as the hub for a multi-channel (up to 4.1) speaker system or drive a couple of stereo setups around the home.
Priced below £400 / $400 / AU$600, the WiiM Amp Ultra seems poised to challenge the ceiling in home audio components. However, we'll have to wait and see; WiiM has yet to announce pricing later this year.
For the Complete Story:- Dive deeper into the WiiM Ultra: WiiM Ultra review- Check out the latest news from High End Munich 2025: High End Munich 2025: what to expect from this week's hi-fi show- Discover WiiM's first integrated amp with no streaming elements: The Vibelink Amp: WiiM's debut into the integrated amp market without streaming elements
- WiiM's Amp Ultra, set to be a significant expansion product this year, combines the best features of the Ultra streamer, Amp, and Amp Pro streaming amplifiers.
- Although our expert reviews team wasn't impressed by the Amp, the Ultra streamer and the Pro Plus have been popular successes, raising anticipation for the Amp Ultra.
- The Amp Ultra delivers a more powerful streaming experience than its predecessors, boasting 100 watts per channel compared to the 60 watts of the Amp and Amp Pro models.
- With its minimalist aluminum chassis and touchscreen, the Amp Ultra has the same aesthetic appeal we've come to expect from WiiM products.
- The Amp Ultra seamlessly integrates with multiple streaming apps such as Spotify, Amazon Music, Tidal, and Qobuz, and supports Google Cast, Alexa Cast, DLNA, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, and Bluetooth for voice control through Alexa, Google Assistant, and the included WiiM Voice Remote.
- Existing WiiM ecosystem users will find familiar functions like automatic room correction, multi-room grouping, and EQ customization in the Amp Ultra, alongside TV integration features such as HDMI ARC, Dolby Digital decoding, and a subwoofer output.
- Affordably priced below £400 / $400 / AU$600, the WiiM Amp Ultra could challenge the high-end home audio components market, but consumers will have to wait for information on potential price changes later this year.
- For comprehensive insights into the WiiM Ultra and the latest news from the High End Munich 2025 hi-fi event, follow updated reviews and previews at WiiM Ultra review, High End Munich 2025: what to expect from this week's hi-fi show, and The Vibelink Amp: WiiM's debut into the integrated amp market without streaming elements.
