XACT Launches the N1 – The First True Reference Network Switch Designed Exclusively for High-End Audio
XACT Audio, a brand known for uncompromising digital audio engineering, is proud to announce the release of the XACT N1, a groundbreaking audiophile network switch developed entirely from scratch to meet the demands of the most discerning listeners.
While many so-called “audiophile” switches are rebranded IT-grade devices with minor modifications, the XACT N1 sets a new standard by rejecting this approach entirely. It features a fully custom motherboard, ultra-low-noise linear regulation for every circuit, and a dedicated linear power supply, all designed with one goal: to preserve sonic purity at every step of the signal chain.
“We knew from the beginning that true reference-level performance required a clean slate. The N1 wasn’t modified — it was created. Every design choice reflects a single priority: sound quality,” says Marcin Ostapowicz, founder of XACT Audio.
Among the N1’s standout features are:
- 100% custom-designed motherboard, engineered exclusively for audio streaming
- OCXO master clock with dedicated linear power
- Fully isolated 1 Gbit RJ45 port, optically separated at data, clock, and ground level
- 1x SFP port, 4x standard LAN ports, 1x galvanically isolated port
- OPTIMO N1™ linear power supply, with three separate galvanically isolated rails
- Audio-optimized firmware, fine-tuned through extensive listening tests
The result is a sound signature free from digital harshness, offering exceptional clarity, space, and emotional realism — a rare achievement in network audio.
The XACT N1 is now available through selected dealers and at the official JCAT online store, priced at 6,000 EUR.
About XACT
XACT Audio is a boutique engineering firm specializing in high-end music servers, streamers, and network solutions for audiophiles. Founded by Marcin Ostapowicz, also behind JCAT and JPLAY, the brand brings together deep technical expertise and a passion for musical authenticity.
External Links
Learn more: https://xact.audio/n1-network-switch
Purchase: https://jcat.eu/product/xact-n1
Manufacturer: XACT
