Silent Angel Bonn N8 Network Switch
Best network switch for audiophiles seeking pure, high-resolution streaming performance.
Elevate your high-resolution music streaming with the Silent Angel Bonn N8 Network Switch. Engineered for audiophiles, this switch creates a dedicated, isolated audio network zone, shielding your music data from household interference for superior purity and timing accuracy. It features custom-specified components, including a precise TCXO clock and EMI absorption, delivering true audiophile performance. Optimized for Roon and other high-fidelity services, the Bonn N8 ensures lower latency and reduced jitter for a clearer, more detailed sound experience. This special order item is final sale.
$649.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
11
/ 2256
#11 in Hubs & Switches
Price vs Category Average
-90%
Below average
Ethernet Ports
81001000
/ x Audio Grade / Base-T
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking cleaner digital signal transmission
- Listeners prioritizing reduced electrical interference in their audio chain
- System builders valuing vibration damping and EMI shielding
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for standard networking gear
- Power users requiring 10GbE speeds or high port density
- Skeptics wary of subtle, system-dependent performance gains
Performance breakdown
Signal Purity
Advanced EMI shielding effectively isolates audio data from household electrical noise.
Timing Accuracy
The ultra-precise TCXO clock minimizes jitter for superior digital signal integrity.
Build Quality
Sturdy metal chassis provides excellent durability and resonance control for audiophiles.
Streaming Optimization
Tailored specifically for Roon and high-resolution audio network environments.
Ease of Setup
Plug-and-play unmanaged design makes network isolation simple for any home system.
Power Stability
Medical-grade power adapter ensures clean, consistent current for sensitive network components.
Key Specs
Ethernet Ports
8 x Audio Grade 100 / 1000 Base-T
Main Clock Accuracy
0.1 ppm at 25 °C
Jitter Improvement
Reduced to 369ps
Power Adapter
Medical Grade Power Adapter
Power Input
External Power 5VDC at 1A
Product Dimension
154.5(W) mm x 26(H) mm x 85(D) mm
Weight
1 KG (2.21 lbs)
Case Material
Metal in Black
Features
- Creates isolated, low-noise HiFi audio zone
- Ultra-precise 0.1ppm TCXO clock module
- Significantly reduces jitter for cleaner data
- Includes EMI absorber for electrical interference
- Uses a noise-filtering medical-grade power adapter
- Optimized for Roon and high-res streaming
- Supports daisy-chaining for expanded isolation
- Enables superior audio timing accuracy
What customers say
Audiophiles overwhelmingly praise the Silent Angel Bonn N8 Network Switch for significantly improving high fidelity digital streaming. Users consistently note enhanced sound quality, describing blacker backgrounds, superior clarity, and a more defined soundstage. The core benefit centers on noise reduction, which delivers smoother audio transients and a presentation closer to analog sound. Despite its premium cost, the consensus is that the tangible sonic improvements fully justify the investment for serious streamers. Furthermore, the plug and play simplicity allows for immediate integration and performance gains without complicated setup. This device is viewed as an essential upgrade for unlocking the full potential of high resolution audio systems.
Know before you buy
Unlike standard switches designed for general data traffic, the Bonn N8 is engineered specifically for audio. It utilizes a high-precision TCXO clock and medical-grade power filtering to minimize electrical noise and jitter, which helps maintain the integrity of high-resolution audio signals.
The Bonn N8 aims to improve the timing accuracy and clarity of your digital stream. Users typically notice a more stable soundstage and reduced background noise, particularly when streaming high-resolution files or using Roon.
Not at all. It is an unmanaged, plug-and-play device, meaning it requires no configuration. Simply connect it to your router via Ethernet and plug your audio components into the remaining ports.
Yes, the Bonn N8 supports daisy-chaining. Adding a second switch can further isolate your audio equipment from the rest of your home network, potentially providing an even cleaner signal path.
No, the Bonn N8 does not support PoE. It requires its own dedicated medical-grade power adapter, which is included with the unit.
As an unmanaged, hardware-focused device, the Bonn N8 does not require firmware updates or software management. It is designed to function reliably as a dedicated piece of audio infrastructure.
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