Lumin N1 Network Switch (Black) (Preorder)

Description

LUMIN N1 Audiophile Network Switch

A Noise-Free Foundation for Your Entire Hi-Fi Network

The LUMIN N1 is a flagship-grade audiophile network switch engineered to bring total galvanic isolation and absolute timing precision to even the most complex hi-fi systems. Building on the considerable success of the LUMIN L2, the N1 expands connection flexibility to ten ports, combining four SFP fibre ports and six copper RJ45 ports in a single, zero-configuration hub that serves as the clean-data foundation for every component in your network. Housed in an aluminium chassis that echoes the design language of LUMIN’s acclaimed D3 and U2 Mini, the N1 embodies the same zero-noise philosophy that defines the entire LUMIN range.

Total Electrical Isolation via Fibre SFP

The N1’s four SFP fibre ports allow optical fibre networking input and output, completely electrically isolating your sensitive hi-fi components from the rest of your network infrastructure. This total galvanic isolation eliminates the electrical noise that travels through conventional copper network connections, removing a significant and often overlooked source of interference from the signal path. For LUMIN owners who have invested in flagship-grade sources and DACs, the N1 ensures that the network itself never becomes the limiting factor in sonic performance.

Six Copper RJ45 Ports for Complete System Connectivity

Six Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports provide the flexibility and convenience to connect all of your network equipment to a single, high-performance hub, eliminating the need for the consumer-grade switches that commonly introduce electrical noise into hi-fi environments. With rock-solid wired connections and maximum network stability across all six ports, the N1 serves as the central high-capacity hub for your entire system, ensuring every component benefits from the same clean, low-noise network foundation.

Internal Ultra-Low-Noise Linear Power Supply

Unlike standard network switches that rely on noisy external switching adapters, the LUMIN N1 houses a high-performance linear power stage within a dedicated shielded compartment, ensuring zero interference with the delicate network signals it carries. Derived directly from the technology developed for LUMIN’s award-winning U2 and T3X, this extra-large toroidal transformer continues the low-noise philosophy that is central to the entire LUMIN design ethos. The result is a power supply that is as quiet and refined as the network signals it supports.

External 10MHz Clock Input for Absolute Timing Accuracy

While the N1 features a high-stability internal clock as standard, a 10MHz BNC input allows synchronisation with either the LUMIN U2X or a third-party external master clock. This synchronisation provides system-wide timing coherence, operating on a low-jitter, unified timing reference that benefits every network-connected component simultaneously. For audiophiles seeking the absolute maximum in network timing accuracy, the N1’s external clock capability represents a uniquely powerful differentiator at this level.

Zero Configuration, Immediate Performance

Despite the sophistication of its internal engineering, the LUMIN N1 requires zero configuration to install and operate. Connect your components, power on the unit, and the N1 immediately begins delivering its full performance benefit to your system. The aluminium chassis is available in both anodised black and raw silver finishes, matching the aesthetic of the broader LUMIN component range for a visually cohesive system presentation.

KEY FEATURES:

• 10-port audiophile network switch with 4x Gigabit SFP fibre ports and 6x Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports
• Total galvanic isolation of sensitive hi-fi components via optical fibre SFP connectivity
• Internal toroidal linear power supply with low-noise linear regulator, housed in a shielded compartment for zero interference
• 10MHz BNC external clock input for synchronisation with LUMIN U2X or a third-party master clock
• Zero configuration required for immediate plug-and-play installation
• Aluminium chassis design based on the LUMIN D3 and U2 Mini
• Available in anodised black or raw silver finish to match the LUMIN component range
• Dimensions: 360 x 236.5 x 60.5mm, weight: 2.5kg
• Includes: LUMIN N1 switch, IEC power cable, 2x SFP LC modules, optical network cable, RJ45 Ethernet cable, quickstart guide, and safety information