Antipodes, headquartered in New Zealand, is dedicated to crafting exceptional music servers and audio components.

Their passion centers on delivering a truly authentic and captivating music experience for audiophiles. Antipodes Audio distinguishes itself through innovative technologies and a relentless pursuit of sonic excellence. They emphasize a holistic approach, addressing issues like vibration, resonance, and noise, resulting in products that extract the purest, most intricate details from music recordings. This meticulous craftsmanship, coupled with advanced engineering and cutting-edge components, ensures that Antipodes Audio remains at the forefront of high-end audio, offering unmatched performance and musicality to audio aficionados worldwide.

Oladra

The Oladra is a visual metaphor for the beauty of music, with its strong form and structure, and yet sensuous flowing lines, curves and fine nuance. 

The Oladra is designed to be the world’s best music server-streamer, in the way that music played through it makes you feel. Presenting how real musicians sound in real spaces allows the music’s message to get through with all of its potency. 

Experience your favourite music as if for the first time – communicating all of the artistry and passion that created each performance.

Antipodes Audio Eladra - BLACK from NORTHSTAR AUDIO

3 PROCESSORS 

The Server engine handles your files and streaming services, sending the audio directly to the player stage or your DAC. It also allows streaming over your network to other devices. The Player engine plays the audio either through a re-clocker or via a USB Audio 2.0 compliant out- put to your DAC. The Re-clocker engine ensures accurate timing when playing the audio to your DAC, using S/PDIF, AES3, or I2S connections. 

All components match each other perfectly and together deliver a “big sound” from 20 Hz upwards, while keeping the signal-to-noise ratio very high.

Antipodes Audio Eladra from NORTHSTAR AUDIO

DESIGN

The Oladra incorporates high-quality components and operates through several computing and processing stages.
It features a custom-built computer specifically optimized for Server Apps, as well as another one optimized for Player Apps. These distinct systems work in tandem to enhance performance. The signal processing involves multiple cascaded stages, resulting in a high-bandwidth signal with virtually no noise below the bitrate threshold. This precision ensures that binary data transitions are accurately timed. Importantly, this meticulous timing enables the Oladra’s ultra-stable clocking circuits to transmit a clean and precisely synchronized signal to your digital-to-analog converter (DAC).

Stereophile

“I felt I’d never heard sound so open, warm, smooth, maximally colored, and musical through my system. I sat spellbound at the glorious sound of one of Mozart’s early acts of genius. When soprano Carolyn Sampson began singing, heaven’s gates opened before me.” FULL REVIEW – Antipodes Oladra server/streamer/reclocker

OLADRA
SPECIFICATIONS

DESIGNSelect Parts
G4 Technology
Dual-Computer
Outputs
– 4-Stage (USB)
– 5-Stage (Digital)
A/C POWER110-120VAC or
220-240VAC
NETWORK2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
LOCAL STORAGEUp to 3 SATA SSD
User Installable
DIMENSIONS445mm (W)
400mm (D)
100mm (H)
20kg
DIRECT STREAMINGGigabit Ethernet
USB 2.0 OUTPUT– PCM to 32 bit/768kHz
– DoP to DSD256
– Native DSD to DSD512
– On USB A
S/PDIF OUTPUTS– PCM to 24bit/192kHz
– DoP to DSD64
– On RCA, BNC & TOS
AES3 OUTPUT– PCM to 24bit/192kHz
– DoP to DSD64
– On XLR 3-Pin
I2S OUTPUTS– PCM to 32bit/384kHz
– DoP to DSD256
– Native DSD to DSD512
– On HDMI & RJ45
MASTER CLOCK– Output Only
– On BNC

Kala 50

High-Power Server-Streamer
Network & Direct-Streaming
USB S/PDIF AES3 I2S

The KALA 50 heads the KALA Series, adapting the technology used in the Oladra to deliver many of its strengths at a more affordable price level. Timbral accuracy and natural musical flow are its main sonic strengths, allowing it to effortlessly reveal the sheer beauty of music.

Prepare for some long late-night sessions, because this level of musicality is going to engross you in every performance.

An alternative to the KALA 50 is the identically priced KALA 41+22 combo, offering the same electronics in two separate cases, enabling further optimisation via power cord and Ethernet link choices. If USB is your preferred output then the lower-priced KALA 41+21 combo offers the same performance, without the clocked synchronous outputs.

Antipodes Kala 50 from NORTHSTAR AUDIO

DESIGN

The KALA 50 uses a custom computer designed for Server Apps and another designed for Player Apps, and multiple cascaded processing stages.

The Server engine provides a high-power buffer and signal generation stage. Turning a file or a chaotic internet stream into a well-timed stream is managed by Server apps and benefits strongly from a high level of processing resources. The Player engine runs Player apps and buffers/re-generates the signal in a low-noise environment to provide an even cleaner digital signal. Processing steps then isolate, buffer, regenerate and re-clock the signal – separately for the USB output from the Synchronous digital outputs (S/PDIF, AES3, I2S).

The Server engine is the heart of the system, managing your files and streaming services, and controlling what is played. Play over your network to multiple end-points, and to the DAC in your main system by either Direct Ethernet, USB, S/PDIF, AES3 or I2S.

 

SPECIFICATIONS

DESIGN
G4 Technology
Dual-Computer
Outputs
– 3-Stage (USB)
– 4-Stage (Digital)

A/C POWER
110-120VAC or
220-240VAC

NETWORK
Gigabit Ethernet

LOCAL STORAGE
Up to 3 SATA SSD
User Installable

DIMENSIONS
445mm (W)
370mm (D)
140mm (H)
16kg

SHIPPING
600mm (W)
530mm (D)
240mm (H)
18.5kg

DIRECT STREAMING
Gigabit Ethernet

USB 2.0 OUTPUT
– PCM to 32 bit/768kHz
– DoP to DSD256
– Native DSD to DSD512
– On USB A

S/PDIF OUTPUTS
– PCM to 24bit/192kHz
– DoP to DSD64
– On RCA, BNC & TOS

AES3 OUTPUT
– PCM to 24bit/192kHz
– DoP to DSD64
– On XLR 3-Pin

I2S OUTPUTS
– PCM to 32bit/384kHz
– DoP to DSD256
– Native DSD to DSD512
– On HDMI & RJ45

MASTER CLOCK
– Output Only
– On BNC

WARRANTY
3 Years
5 Years (Registered)

Antipodes Audio k50 from NORTHSTAR AUDIO

UPGRADING

The KALA 50, as with all KALA models was designed to be upgradable as technology innovations are made.

This means that when we release new KALA models, we also offer existing KALA owners the ability to upgrade to the latest model. This involves replacing all items that have changed in the new released version, so that what you receive back is identical to the latest model.

Stereophile

“I didn’t care about formats and resolutions. All that I thought about was how gorgeous everything sounded.. Some of my scribbled comments: ‘Thrilling … what great stuff … really exciting … percussion excellent … great midrange … I think the additional color and weightier midrange, albeit subtle, significantly increase the music’s impact’. .. Short of heavy metal and noise, I threw everything I could at the K50, from the maximally colored music of Henri Dutilleux to the recent remastering of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. Every experience was revelatory.”

FULL REVIEW – Antipodes Audio K50 MUSIC SERVER

Kala 41

High-Power Server-Only
Network-Streaming
Direct-Stream To DAC

The KALA 41 provides exceptional quality network streaming and direct streaming for direct connection to your DAC, or to a K21 or K22.

Conventional wisdom often underestimates how critical it is to have a server device that is specifically designed for high-end audio. The server has to turn a stored file, or a chaotic network stream, into a well-timed digital audio stream, requiring large power and memory reserves at the same time as very low noise interference.

The role it performs cannot be done by a standard computer or by your DAC without serious loss of fidelity and musical insight.

The KALA 41 is a critical digital audio source that adds layers of musical insight for any downstream player or streamer.

Antipodes Kala 41 from NORTHSTAR AUDIO

DESIGN

The KALA 41 is a powerful Server-Only device, optimised for running Server apps, and performing at the same level as the Server engine in the KALA 50. This quality level of Server running the Server app will add layers of additional musical insight, and will prove indispensable in any high-end audio system.

The Server engine is the heart of any computer audio system, managing your files and streaming services, and controlling what is played. Play over your network to multiple end-points, and to the DAC in your main system (or to a KALA 21 or KALA 22) by Direct Ethernet.

Connect your KALA 41 to your network and connect your DAC directly to the KALA 41 using Direct Ethernet Streaming. This not only connects your DAC to your network but the direct link from the KALA 41 to your DAC provides the ultimate asynchronous connection for your music.

SPECIFICATIONS

DESIGN
G4 Technology
Single-Computer
Server-Only

A/C POWER
110-120VAC or
220-240VAC

NETWORK
Gigabit Ethernet

LOCAL STORAGE
Up to 3 SATA SSD
User Installable

DIMENSIONS
445mm (W)
370mm (D)
115mm (H)
12kg

SHIPPING
600mm (W)
530mm (D)
240mm (H)
14.5kg

DIRECT STREAMING
Gigabit Ethernet

WARRANTY
3 Years
5 Years (Registered)

Kala 22

Medium-Power Server-Streamer
Network-Streaming
USB S/PDIF AES3 I2S

The KALA 22 is an incredible performer at its price, delivering levels of musical insight not found in most price-no-object music server-streamers. It even gets very close to the performance of the amazing KALA 50 provided you do not require it to house a very large library, or to perform DSP functions. 

If your priority is to be immersed in gorgeous sound and feel the emotional pull of your music, then the KALA 22 will delight you. 

The KALA 22 cannot run the HQPlayer Server App, but it does support HQPlayer NAA. All other apps in our software suite are supported, with the exception of the DSP features within the apps.

Antipodes Kala 22 Music Server from NORTHSTAR AUDIO

DESIGN

The KALA 22 uses a single custom computer for both Server and Player apps. The Server/Player computer is derived from the Player computer in the KALA 50 but with increased processing resources. The KALA 22 outputs are the same as for the KALA 50, except that Ethernet streaming to your DAC is over your network (the KALA 50 and KALA 41 additionally provide Direct Streaming).

The medium-power Server/Player computer controls what is played and allows you to play over your network to multiple end-points, and to the DAC in your main system by USB, S/PDIF, AES3 & I2S.

SPECIFICATIONS

DESIGN
G4 Technology
Single-Computer Outputs
– 2-Stage (USB)
– 3-Stage (Digital)

A/C POWER
110-120VAC or
220-240VAC

NETWORK
Gigabit Ethernet

LOCAL STORAGE
One SATA SSD
User Installable

DIMENSIONS
445mm (W)
370mm (D)
105mm (H)
11kg

SHIPPING
600mm (W)
530mm (D)
240mm (H)
13.5kg

USB 2.0 OUTPUT
– PCM to 32 bit/768kHz
– DoP to DSD256
– Native DSD to DSD512
– On USB A

S/PDIF OUTPUTS
– PCM to 24bit/192kHz
– DoP to DSD64
– On RCA, BNC & TOS

AES3 OUTPUT
– PCM to 24bit/192kHz
– DoP to DSD64
– On XLR 3-Pin

I2S OUTPUTS
– PCM to 32bit/384kHz
– DoP to DSD256
– Native DSD to DSD512
– On HDMI & RJ45

MASTER CLOCK
– Output Only
– On BNC

WARRANTY
3 Years
5 Years (Registered)

Kala 21

Medium-Power Server-Streamer
Network-Streaming
USB

The KALA 21 is an incredible performer at its price, delivering levels of musical insight not found in most price-no-object music server-streamers. It even gets very close to the performance of the amazing KALA 50 via USB, provided you do not require it to house a very large library, or to perform DSP functions.

If your priority is to be immersed in gorgeous sound and feel the emotional pull of your music, then the KALA 21 will delight you.

The KALA 21 cannot run the HQPlayer Server App, but it does support HQPlayer NAA. All other apps in our software suite are supported, with the exception of the DSP features within the apps.

Antipodes Kala 21 Music Server from NORTHSTAR AUDIO

DESIGN

The KALA 21 uses a single custom computer for both Server and Player apps. The Server/Player computer is derived from the Player computer in the KALA 50 but with increased processing resources.

The medium-power Server/Player computer controls what is played and allows you to play over your network to multiple end-points, and to the DAC in your main system by USB.

UPGRADING
As with all KALAs, the KALA 21 is designed to be upgradable when we release new KALA models.

But you can also upgrade your KALA 21 to KALA 50 performance over USB by adding a KALA 41. Separating the Server and Player apps and providing more power for the Server app adds more musical insight and refinement, while supporting huge libraries with ease and handling DSP functions.

SPECIFICATIONS

DESIGN
G4 Technology
Single-Computer Output:
– 2-Stage (USB)

A/C POWER
110-120VAC or
220-240VAC

NETWORK
Gigabit Ethernet

LOCAL STORAGE
One SATA SSD
User Installable

DIMENSIONS
445mm (W)
370mm (D)
105mm (H)
WEIGHT – 11kg

SHIPPING
600mm (W)
530mm (D)
240mm (H)
WEIGHT – 13.5kg

USB 2.0 OUTPUT
– PCM to 32 bit/768kHz
– DoP to DSD256
– Native DSD to DSD512
– On USB A

WARRANTY
3 Years
5 Years (Registered)

 

IMPORTANT: Products and specifications are subject to change without notice.