AudioengineB1 Bluetooth Receiver with 5.3 Adaptive aptX HD - Extended Range and High Fidelity 24 bit DAC Wireless & Streaming Audio Systems

Compact but great sounding device. Always connects to my android phones without issue.Sleeps when not used and wakes automatically so is very convenient to operate. Sounds Great.

Easy to set up, connects quickly via Bluetooth each time and helps delivers good sound.

Used audioengine to connect a Samsung tablet to a mixer to play 'backing tracks' on stage for live music performance. So far its performed faultlessly with excelent audio quality. I recommend this product to anyone who wants to go wireless.

Good points:Fantastic sound quality for what it is. I tried several of the cheaper Bluetooth adapters and was really disappointed with the quality - this knocks them out of the water. This for me is the main selling point and the reason I purchased the item. I struggle to hear any difference between the files played through my PC speakers and the output on my stereo via this deviceEasy to set up - I stream music from my computer to the stereo via a small USB bluetooth adapter plugged in to my PC. Does drop out occasionally but only for a split second and it this is few and far betweenI can now access all of my digitally stored music on my stereoGood reception - it's about 5 metres from the device to my bluetooth adapter and this works very wellBad points:It is quite a lot of money. Tip: search on Amazon Warehouse to see if they have one with an opened box for slightly cheaper. This is what I did and saved about £25Very minor, but does need a power socket. I have my stereo, a turntable and this all plugged in which means a trail of power wiresVery occasionally has issues with Windows 10, my music starts to stutter. I then disconnect bluetooth via my settings, reconnect and everything work perfectlyOverall if you're looking for a way of streaming your digital files in as good a quality as possible then this is perfect for you. As I said I tried other cheaper devices but they were in no way comparable, this is in a different league. If you are not bothered about audio quality go for a cheaper one!

This is one of the best designed and engineered audio units purchased in recent years. Compact and neat, the build quality is very high and the audio performance is exceptional form power on. Pairing with another Bluetooth device is a breeze and takes less than 60 seconds. Once paired, the Bluetooth signal is locked in and doesn't drop out.Once hooked up to the HiFi kit the sound quality is simply stunning. Great clarity, depth of sound across the stereo soundstage with no noise over Bluetooth. The 24-bit DAC means that the digital sound is transformed into very high quality analog signals. Think CD quality.The short manual is both clear and informative. A section suggests that the audio will continue to improve until the unit has been operation for between 40-50 hours. Not reached that point yet but are delighted with the current sound quality so will be interested in how much better it gets.You don't get high quality without paying extra. The unit price will only increase further with UK inflation and currency fluctuations.If you are looking for a Bluetooth receiver to link your digital devices to your analog HiFi then you'll be delighted too.

I am beyond disappointed with this Audioengine Bluetooth receiver, especially since it was designed in the US (but made in China). I connected its optical output to my Benchmark DAC3 and was dismayed to find that the digital signal is 16 bits and the sampling frequency is BELOW 44.1khz for aptX HD (I confirmed my phone settings are correct). Since my Benchmark doesn't have indicators for sampling frequencies below 44.1, I'm guessing the Audioengine is outputting a 32khz signal. SBC, aptX, and aptX HD are all outputed at 16 bits and below 44.1khz. How did this Bluetooth receiver make it through product testing?Also, my unit was sold by Audioengine Europe and the unit I received had the original seal broken and the US model sticker removed from the box (on the box there's an area where a small round sticker is placed on the box to indicate the model version, for example US, UK and EU). I'm guessing Audioengine opened the US model boxes and replaced the USB power supplies with versions that had UK plugs.I returned this Bluetooth receiver within minutes of opening it.

It was very easy to set-up: within 2 minutes, I was playing my music on my hi-fi system. Couple of observations:- I played the same music from a CD and Spotify at the same time, switching the channels for comparison and it was close, nearly as good as the CD sound: just marginal difference.- The sound volume from the unit wasn't as powerful as I expected. I needed to push the volume button all the way to the top on my iPhone.- Flashing button, before it goes off, is slightly distracting.Don't get me wrong, I was very pleased with my purchase: this brought my old fashion sound system to 21st Century. Those points above would make it a super product!An update:After using the device for a couple of weeks, I've decided to change the rating from 4* to 5*. I had a great Hi-Fi system that has been sitting idle for a long while. I first connected my Spotify to the Hi-Fi system and then my smart TV now: no soundbar will be able to match it now. Very pleased!