A new users experience

[GeeTee]

Hi wiim, I have to say as a 'newcomer' 'wiim amp ultra 3 weeks' i find many of the various discussions in the forum quite intimidating with people obsessing about certain elements of hifi networking pi nas etc etc .. I do get this and the passion is great, but as a new user and visitor things can get very heated very quickly and this can really make the whole wiim thing seem over complicated.
This is a great neat one box solution for most, many will be migrating from a failing sonos system and just want something that works seamlessly, apple style.
I feel wiim need to get this stereo/surround option nailed and a totally stable stereo multi room option/solution, sonos still seem to be the kings of multi speaker link ups. my old sonos 1s version 1.0 still work perfectly, my switch to wiim was really just on a 'whim' ..
Point is if wiim want people to stay in their ecosystem then it needs to be 'bulletproof' and not require a degree in programming, pi, nas and various other things discussed, or multiple forum visits and tickets to try and resolve what will seem to most a simple problem that shouldnt really exist in their shiny new magic box.

 

[castalla]

Hi wiim, I have to say as a 'newcomer' 'wiim amp ultra 3 weeks' i find many of the various discussions in the forum quite intimidating with people obsessing about certain elements of hifi networking pi nas etc etc .. I do get this and the passion is great, but as a new user and visitor things can get very heated very quickly and this can really make the whole wiim thing seem over complicated.
This is a great neat one box solution for most, many will be migrating from a failing sonos system and just want something that works seamlessly, apple style.
I feel wiim need to get this stereo/surround option nailed and a totally stable stereo multi room option/solution, sonos still seem to be the kings of multi speaker link ups. my old sonos 1s version 1.0 still work perfectly, my switch to wiim was really just on a 'whim' ..
Point is if wiim want people to stay in their ecosystem then it needs to be 'bulletproof' and not require a degree in programming, pi, nas and various other things discussed, or multiple forum visits and tickets to try and resolve what will seem to most a simple problem that shouldnt really exist in their shiny new magic box.

I obtained a Wiim mini a few years ago (their first product), and apart from the initial wifi setup & selecting Bluetooth output, setting up Tidal, I leave it alone. I leave the esoteric options untouched. Almost but not quite plug'n'play .

 

[MCG555]

Hi wiim, I have to say as a 'newcomer' 'wiim amp ultra 3 weeks' i find many of the various discussions in the forum quite intimidating with people obsessing about certain elements of hifi networking pi nas etc etc .. I do get this and the passion is great, but as a new user and visitor things can get very heated very quickly and this can really make the whole wiim thing seem over complicated.
This is a great neat one box solution for most, many will be migrating from a failing sonos system and just want something that works seamlessly, apple style.
I feel wiim need to get this stereo/surround option nailed and a totally stable stereo multi room option/solution, sonos still seem to be the kings of multi speaker link ups. my old sonos 1s version 1.0 still work perfectly, my switch to wiim was really just on a 'whim' ..
Point is if wiim want people to stay in their ecosystem then it needs to be 'bulletproof' and not require a degree in programming, pi, nas and various other things discussed, or multiple forum visits and tickets to try and resolve what will seem to most a simple problem that shouldnt really exist in their shiny new magic box.

Not sure what „problems“ you have…
I only have the WiiM Pro+.
For around nearly 2 years now it is the most convenient and „bulletproof“ package I have ever bought! Worked in 15min to my full satisfaction with no hassle in any form!
Vice versa: many new features where added, as roomfit, which is fantastic! You don’t have to use it, it is just a free option we did not expect to come!

 

[GeeTee]

I obtained a Wiim mini a few years ago (their first product), and apart from the initial wifi setup & selecting Bluetooth output, setting up Tidal, I leave it alone. I leave the esoteric options untouched. Almost but not quite plug'n'play .

as i mentioned this is my 'overall' experience and as i said the forum can be intimadating and confusing. Clearly there are people here sharing their issues and problems looking for answers plus those that are trying to exploit every option to its max to get the very best technically from their wiim based system, trying resolve network and playlist issues plus those with a wider general view.
I was hoping wiim would replace my first gen sonos, but the issues with reliable stereo pairing and multi room, thats going by the forum posts of peoples 'real world' issues mean i probably would not buy the 'sounds' and will just keep my stand alone wiim amp ultra/wharfdale combo as a music system.
As much as i'm not keen on the sonos empire I've just seen the 'sonos era 300s' with atmos etc which could be my answer to a multi room AV setup as opposed to the wiim amp ultra which for me is a neat, simple ( for some ), one box stand alone item that sounds great and has been plug&play in my very basic 'non esoteric' setup. Sometimes less, is more.

 

[FuckaZip]

Sorry, but I just find this opening thread strange
No one here needs to deal with a NAS, Raspberry Pi, or have programming skills to operate their WiiM streamer. This forum simply looks beyond the horizon to show ways in which the user experience can be enhanced and what ingenious possibilities there are for accessing your music data. Incidentally, these tips do not apply explicitly to WiiM streamers, but can also be applied to other streamers.
To be honest, I don't understand what you expect from “WiiM” with your comments about this forum. A forum is created by its users, and many users have certainly benefited from helpful tips here. If you don't understand an answer or the answer has nothing to do with your question, you are free to let the person who answered know or to clarify your question.

I've been using two Minis since they were launched, immediately reordered two Pros after they were released, and have loved my two additional Ultras for over a year now. For me, it's a functioning ecosystem and an ingenious multi-room solution with world-class support and an exceptional update and support policy.

 

[GeeTee]

its the nature of forums different experiences, views and solutions. one size don't fit all. but the wealth of shared knowledge from all over the world is amazing, from hifi to cars to fixing your toaster

The 'woofer and tweeter' sketch/joke is still my favourite

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Oct 4, 2024

I’m just waiting on Amirm’s review and measurements before purchase

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