Xact N1 network switch
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.
N1 features
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.