This product is available to pre-order with an ETA of mid April.
Next-Level Audio Engineering
The RS151 builds upon the acclaimed RS150B with a completely re-engineered digital processing core for even greater clarity, detail, and musicality. Now featuring the ROSE DPC™ module and an upgraded Femto Clock, the RS151 significantly reduces jitter, improves signal accuracy, and supports PCM-to-DSD512 upsampling for an even more lifelike presentation. The precision-machined solid aluminum chassis minimizes vibrations while maximizing thermal efficiency, ensuring pristine audio performance in any setup.
Immersive Control with a Larger 15.4” Full HD Display
The RS151 introduces a stunning 15.4-inch Full HD multi-touch display, an upgrade over the previous generation’s 14.9-inch screen. With a wider viewing angle and enhanced resolution, the display offers improved clarity for album art, system settings, and playback controls. Navigate your favorite streaming services, digital library, and system settings with a user-friendly touch interface—no phone or tablet required. The customizable UI includes advanced visual elements like VU meters, enhancing both form and function.
Expanded Streaming Capabilities and Faster Performance
With an upgraded 8-core processor (4x faster than its predecessor), 8GB RAM, and 32GB storage, the RS151 delivers an even smoother user experience. Streaming services such as Apple Music, Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, and internet radio load faster and operate more efficiently than ever before. This improved architecture ensures that you can browse and play high-resolution files without lag, while support for ROON Ready and full MQA decoding unlocks the best digital playback possible.
Beyond Sound – 4K Ultra HD Video and Enhanced Connectivity
The RS151 isn’t just a high-performance streamer—it also features 4K HDMI output for an immersive visual experience. The exclusive RoseTube app delivers curated music videos, live performances, and access to your personal YouTube account, while TIDAL subscribers can enjoy a vast library of music videos and exclusive video content. The RS151 also introduces upgraded connectivity with HDMI eARC, improved COAX & AES/EBU sampling rates, and Bluetooth 5.4 with aptX for better wireless performance.
Expanded Internal Storage for Digital Libraries
The RS151 makes it easier than ever to store and access your personal music collection. With support for 2.5-inch SSD drives, Micro SD cards, and external USB or NAS storage, you can keep your favorite albums at your fingertips. TIDAL and RoseTube caching capabilities ensure smooth playback, even when your internet connection is inconsistent. Improved library management also allows the RS151 to handle even larger collections with ease.
Direct CD Ripping with an Optional Drive
The RS151 retains the ability to rip CDs directly to your local library using the optional RSA-780 drive or most external CD-ROM drives. Once a hard drive is installed, you can rip and store lossless digital copies of your favorite CDs, ensuring long-term access to your personal collection. You can even play CDs in real time, effectively turning the RS151 into a high-end CD player with advanced digital processing.
New IR Remote Control and Seamless Device Integration
The RS151 introduces an improved IR remote control, replacing the Bluetooth remote of the RS150B for better reliability and range. The Rose Connect app remains the ultimate control center, available on iOS, Android, and PC, allowing you to manage playback, system settings, and streaming services with ease. The addition of Trigger In/Out also enables seamless power synchronization with other HiFi components, making the RS151 an even better fit for high-end systems.
