Request: Simultaneous output options

[MrSoul4470]

Hello WiiM-Team, I would absolutely appreciate the option to select more than one output at the same time. In my case I would like to output Coaxial to my DAC and optical to my RTA. Other maybe want to output digital to their DAC and analog to some Peak Level Meter or so. Restricting output options to always just one option reduces versabilty. Unless there is a technical reason for it I hope multiple options at the same time can be made available in the future. I imagine there could be check boxes in the app to select all outputs that should be active. And since optical and coaxial is basically the same signal anyway, this shouldn't be a big problem. Thanks!

 

[RAAM]

Have you tried either an optical or coax splitter? Just guessing but it would seem an optical one might be better.

 

[MrSoul4470]

Yes, I usually use an optical splitter / switch, but the problem is that there is no chance to get 192kHz / 24 Bit files playing that way. It's just not really the solution that I need.

 

[onlyoneme]

Yes, I usually use an optical splitter / switch, but the problem is that there is no chance to get 192kHz / 24 Bit files playing that way. It's just not really the solution that I need.

You can get it, the one I use is capable of this, although it's quite expensive:

Automatic SPDIF (Optical/RCA) Audio Switch by Beni_Skate on Tindie

Automatic Optical/RCA SPDIF Audio Switch with Optical/RCA SPDIF Output and additional high quality Audio DAC

www.tindie.com

 

[d6jg]

Back in 2000s Logitech produced a number of streaming devices which unless my memory is mistaken all had simultaneous output.

For example there was the Classic or SB3 that had RCA, Coax and Optical outputs - all live and all capable of upto 24/48. Later - about 2008 - they introduced the SB Touch that again had RCA, Coax and Optical outputs and also USB out. Out of the box the device was capable of 24/96 but via something called the EDO plugin you could increase the digital out capablity to 24/192.

I mention this simply by way of evidence that it is possible.

The SB Touch was light years (about 14 years) ahead of the game. https://darko.audio/2022/11/ten-years-gone-the-logitech-squeezebox-touch/

EDIT
It was 2010. So 12 years ahead of the game.

 

[TubeAmpGuy]

Hello WiiM-Team, I would absolutely appreciate the option to select more than one output at the same time. In my case I would like to output Coaxial to my DAC and optical to my RTA. Other maybe want to output digital to their DAC and analog to some Peak Level Meter or so. Restricting output options to always just one option reduces versabilty. Unless there is a technical reason for it I hope multiple options at the same time can be made available in the future. I imagine there could be check boxes in the app to select all outputs that should be active. And since optical and coaxial is basically the same signal anyway, this shouldn't be a big problem. Thanks

"Other maybe want to output digital to their DAC and analog to some Peak Level Meter or so."

I totally agree with MrSoul4470. I bought the Wiim Pro + with the assumption that it could provide simultaneously active outputs given that my Sonos Connect (which has its own issues, hence the replacement with the WiiM) can do so. In my case, it's the latter reason mentioned -- I'd like to connect a VU meter to an active analog output while driving my external DAC (headphone amp) with the digital signal. I know . . . shouldn't assume such things, but as I noted, my more limited Sonos Connect can do this without a problem.

 

[Smartplug]

I think this feature is not possible otherwise wiim would have said something about this by now. I enjoy the feature being added here and there. Wiim is firmware/software specialist which other brand lacking in expertise. There so many they can do on their product till it reach the hardware capacity.

 

[VladAlex]

My case is to use the bluetooth output and line one at the same time. Hope it is reppairable!))

 

[sleepysurf]

Back in 2000s Logitech produced a number of streaming devices which unless my memory is mistaken all had simultaneous output.

For example there was the Classic or SB3 that had RCA, Coax and Optical outputs - all live and all capable of upto 24/48. Later - about 2008 - they introduced the SB Touch that again had RCA, Coax and Optical outputs and also USB out. Out of the box the device was capable of 24/96 but via something called the EDO plugin you could increase the digital out capablity to 24/192.

I mention this simply by way of evidence that it is possible.

The SB Touch was light years (about 14 years) ahead of the game. https://darko.audio/2022/11/ten-years-gone-the-logitech-squeezebox-touch/

EDIT
It was 2010. So 12 years ahead of the game.

Just got my Wiim Ultra today, and was likewise disappointed the Coax and Optical (or Analog) outputs can't be simultaneously active. I was planning to replace my aging Squeezebox Touch, but need two active outputs to simultaneously feed my main and secondary (patio) system. I'll either return the Ultra, or relegate it to my office setup.

 

[WiiM Support]

Just got my Wiim Ultra today, and was likewise disappointed the Coax and Optical (or Analog) outputs can't be simultaneously active. I was planning to replace my aging Squeezebox Touch, but need two active outputs to simultaneously feed my main and secondary (patio) system. I'll either return the Ultra, or relegate it to my office setup.

Hi sleepysurf, Team

Thank you for requesting simultaneous outputs. This feature may be feasible, and our team is actively working on it. Please stay tuned for updates.

 

[Smartplug]

Hi sleepysurf, Team

Thank you for requesting simultaneous outputs. This feature may be feasible, and our team is actively working on it. Please stay tuned for updates.

Thanks wiim!

 

[sleepysurf]

Hi sleepysurf, Team

Thank you for requesting simultaneous outputs. This feature may be feasible, and our team is actively working on it. Please stay tuned for updates.

Wow! Great support! That feature would be excellent. BTW, the SqueezeLite integration works seamlessly.

 

[WDeranged]

I would also like this as I plan to use two separate dacs. One of which is very old and has a different sound.

 

[WiiMer SJ]

My mini is the only device where I have more than one output in use.
I would settle for the ability to switch between outputs without having to re-initialise my listening choice.

 

[sleepysurf]

Still hoping this will be implemented soon, as it's one of the main features I need.

 

[Wiim-amateur]

When simultaneous outputs is not possible due to hardware reasons, please, at least, make it possible to use one of the favorite buttons on the Wiim remote to be programmed to switch outputs.

Thanks,

 

[lopatinasndlopatin]

Hello WiiM-Team, I would absolutely appreciate the option to select more than one output at the same time. In my case I would like to output Coaxial to my DAC and optical to my RTA. Other maybe want to output digital to their DAC and analog to some Peak Level Meter or so. Restricting output options to always just one option reduces versabilty. Unless there is a technical reason for it I hope multiple options at the same time can be made available in the future. I imagine there could be check boxes in the app to select all outputs that should be active. And since optical and coaxial is basically the same signal anyway, this shouldn't be a big problem. Thanks!

Plus. I am just thinking to ask about it, open the forum and see this post!
Please, it would be nice, I have multibit dac and chord mojo and pro+ and like to change DACs when I am listening

 

[sleepysurf]

Hey Wiim, any updates on this feature? I presumed it would be an easy update via firmware.

 

[Burnside]

Hey Wiim, any updates on this feature? I presumed it would be an easy update via firmware.

Without knowing the hardware and firmware in detail, you really can’t make an presumption like that. As an ex/old programmer, comments like “it’s just a line of code” belittle the amount of effort that goes into software development and testing…

 

[sleepysurf]

Without knowing the hardware and firmware in detail, you really can’t make an presumption like that. As an ex/old programmer, comments like “it’s just a line of code” belittle the amount of effort that goes into software development and testing…

Actually, Wiim PM'd me when I also posted about this, and said it was on their roadmap to implement. That was a while ago, hence the reason I asked for an update.

 

[Smartplug]

Actually, Wiim PM'd me when I also posted about this, and said it was on their roadmap to implement. That was a while ago, hence the reason I asked for an update.

Haha, you surely new to forum of any kind. Most brand will say things you want to hear and half of what they say are forgotten.