Network Router UEF
Switch On/Tune In.
Introducing the Synergistic Research Network Router UEF - the world’s only network router guaranteed to improve your system’s performance or your money back. Building on the success of our Ethernet Switch UEF, we applied similar UEF technology to create a network router that dramatically improves all aspects of your system’s performance. During its one-year development program, we evaluated dozens of router boards, searching for the best-sounding circuit as a base to apply our many technologies. We then adapted our award-winning linear power supply initially developed for the Limited Production Galileo PowerCell, plus a patented electromagnetic cell to condition AC entering the unit as well as the digital signal exiting the Network Router UEF. Next, we’ve incorporated a Dual Frequency ULF generator with technology first developed for our FEQ Carbon to actively shield and condition the entire unit with harmonics of the Earth’s Schuman Resonance. For the best possible shielding and control of mechanical vibrations, the active circuit is fitted to a chassis machined from a solid billet of aircraft aluminum with a carbon fiber lid for optimal resonance control. And to voice the router, we developed a custom Carbon Fiber Tuning Disc and affixed it to the circuit for added harmonic texture and liquidity in the sound field. Lastly, we include a Purple Fuse to lower your noise floor and improve holographic realism. Upgrade your digital audio experience with a Synergistic Research Network Router UEF guaranteed to transform your system or your money back. Contact your dealer today for an exciting no-risk in-home trial.
Important Note: The Synergistic Research Network Router UEF does not include internal WiFi functionality. This deliberate omission ensures optimal performance by keeping the WiFi signal isolated from the Network Router. If your system requires a wireless connection (phone, tablet, etc.), it is necessary to connect a separate access point to the SR Network Router UEF.
A WiFi router is not the same as an access point. A WiFi router will not work. We have extensively tested various access points and found that different models seem to have minimal impact on overall performance. Two easy to set up recommendations are the TP-Link EAP245 and NETGEAR WiFi 6 Access Point (WAX214). When setting up your Access Point, set a different SSID than your existing home network.
Solid Billet Aluminum Chassis
With active EM conditioning.
Enter our new Network UEF with UEF and Active EM Cell technology to close the gap between digital playback and state-of-the-art analog tapes and LPs. To accomplish this, we combined all EM Cell and UEF Tech applications and Galileo level chassis construction into a single component. EM Cell and UEF Tech to condition the digital signal? Check. An EM Cell to act as a built-in Tranquility Base? Check. A chassis milled from a solid billet of aluminum like our Galileo Active Ground Block? Check. Use of Carbon Fibre to eliminate the effects of chassis vibration on the signal? Check.
SR Ground Block
This goes to 11.
Because you would never use power supplies found in your household appliances to power your DAC or Pre-Amp, likewise, you should have a dedicated router engineered for one purpose, to improve the sound of your audio system and not encumbered as the household’s internet router for video games, smart TV’s, smartphones, and general online activity. For maximum performance, use the SR Network Router UEF with an SR Ethernet Switch UEF because breaking up digital switching from digital routing carries sonic benefits you need to hear to believe. And when you ground your entire system to one of our Active Ground Block ground filters, you realize further reductions in your system’s noise floor.
SR Purple Fuse installed
Beauty is in the eye of the fuse holder.
Network Router UEF
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SR Network Router UEF
MSRP
$2995 110V
$3295 230V
with included 5ft Foundation 12awg AC cable ($599 Value)
and SR Purple Fuse ($199.95 Value)
Dimensions - 2.6″h x 10″w x 6″d
Weight - 6.2 lbs.
Frequently asked questions.
Q. Who needs a Network Router UEF?
A. Any Audiophile streaming music or using digital sources that require an ethernet connection.
Q. What does a Network Router UEF do?
A. The Network Router UEF creates an isolated network specifically designed for your audio system, separate from your smart devices, TVs, appliances, etc.
Q. How does a Network Router UEF work?
A. The Network Router UEF utilizes a combination of advanced SR technologies and components to enhance its performance. It begins with a high-performance router circuit, which is integrated into a chassis made of billet aluminum and carbon fiber. The chassis is further enhanced with carbon fiber footers for vibration control. Internally, the router is equipped with an SR Linear Power Supply (similar to an SR LPS UEF), an Electromagnetic conditioning cell (similar to a Tranquility Pod), a ULF generator (similar to an FEQ Carbon), and a passive ground conditioner (similar to an SR Ground Block). Finally, the unit undergoes high voltage conditioning treatments and is fine-tuned using SR Carbon Tuning Discs placed strategically in specific locations inside.
Q. Does the Network Router UEF have built-in WiFi?
A. The Synergistic Research Network Router UEF does not include internal WiFi functionality. This deliberate omission ensures optimal performance by keeping the WiFi signal isolated from the Network Router. If your system requires a wireless connection (phone, tablet, etc.), it is necessary to connect a separate access point to the SR Network Router UEF. Two easy to set up recommendations are the TP-Link EAP610 and NETGEAR WiFi 6 Access Point (WAX214)
Q. Do I still need an SR Ethernet Switch UEF when using a Network Router UEF?
A. For achieving the highest performance, we highly recommend utilizing both the Network Router UEF and an SR Ethernet Switch UEF together. Although the Network Router can be used to connect your components directly, the SR Network Router UEF and Ethernet Switch UEF are designed to do two different functions. The Network Router UEF creates an isolated network specifically designed for your audio system, separate from your smart devices, TVs, appliances, etc. While the SR Ethernet Switch UEF is designed to regenerate and duplicate the signal generated by the Network Router UEF. By combining the functionalities of both devices, you can attain the ultimate digital playback experience.
Q. Is the Network Router UEF difficult to install?
A. The Network Router UEF has been designed and configured to provide a plug-and-play experience, making the installation process as straightforward as possible. Here are the steps to follow:
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- Connect your existing network (modem, router, or switch) to the “IN” port on the Network Router UEF.
- Next, connect either your switch (recommended) or your components directly to the Network Router UEF.
- If WiFi is required, set up and connect a WiFi access point to the Network Router UEF, and then connect your WiFi device to the access point.
Product Support - At Synergistic Research, we prioritize providing exceptional customer and client support. Our team is available to assist you with installation questions and basic technical inquiries. However, for custom network setup questions concerning integration with your existing home network and/or the SR Network Router UEF, we recommend consulting an IT Network Professional. If necessary, we are happy to provide a reference for such professionals who have experience with the SR Network Router UEF and can offer expert assistance in this area (service charges are billed by the 3rd party support when 3rd party support is necessary).
SR Network Router UEF packages
Bundle and save.
Ethernet switch bundles.
Foundation SX Ethernet +$299 (MSRP $449.00) - 1 meter
Atmosphere SX Ethernet +$550 (MSRP $795.00) - 1 meter
Atmosphere SX Reference Ethernet +$800 (MSRP $1195) - 1 meter
Galileo Discovery Ethernet +$2295 (MSRP $3395) - 1 meter
(One ethernet cable discount per purchased Network Router UEF)
Power cable upgrades.
(5ft Foundation 12awg included standard)
Atmosphere SX Excite +$1495 (MSRP $2,495) - 5 ft
Atmosphere SX Euphoria +$2295 (MSRP $3,495) - 5 ft
Galileo Discovery +$5500 (MSRP $6,995) - 5 ft
(One power cable upgrade discount per purchased Network Router UEF)
Review
After just the first minute of listening to one of my test tracks I’ve got a smile on my face and a very rare feeling that I seem to have caught a Big Fish today! During my 20 years of audiophile life with each new component or tweak you can more or less predict what to expect and usually it works out the way you thought it would. That’s not the case today. The changes I hear seem to have added another dimension to music! It seems to be some kind of Higgs boson in my house which caught me completely off guard. The music flows in a continuous stream so effortlessly, coherently and naturally that I find myself not breathing in my favorite parts. New timbre nuances, tonal textures… dynamic decays and bursts become frighteningly realistic! Surprisingly, with the increased amount of information, realism and accordingly emotional involvement I feel more at ease listening to music .
As if before that all musical elements on the canvas were tangled by some kind of invisible web that hindered them somehow, interfered with their natural freedom. SR Router was a real discovery when it comes to which component is the most important in a system. It is N1 device out of all components/tweaks/enhancements for streaming audio I’ve auditioned to date and an absolute must-have.
Alex G. - June 2023
Review
I was guided by the amazing Andy Wiederspahn, who suggested that the most immediate changes to the system could be had by a combination of the Galileo Discovery ethernet cable and their UEF Ethernet Switch. They arranged a demo for both. I was excited to hear what was to come.
But, was absolutely NOT prepared for the RESULT. Inserting both into the system transformed it incredibly. The greatest transformation for the least cost I have enjoyed. The imaging became wholly transparent – not more so, wholly. Invisible. Seamless. Positioning of every element was as if in-the-room. Tight. Precise. MAGIC! The relaxed, organic decay of voice and instrumentation became next level, resulting in an ability to hear even the subtlest nuance in a natural, open, un-hyped manner. From classical to rock, EDM, electronic, Pop, Rap, R+B, Soul, etc. = transformative. Everything is meaningfully more so cohesive in ways I have not heard in my very many years of listening. The spectrum of sound reads empirically true and aligned. Which is exactly what I have been working to create for so many years.
It’s moments like these where one must then make the hard decision as to what next to play, discovering the song anew, and then having people keep asking, “Why are you smiling so much?”.
It’s an experience I can’t recommend more. Make you and your ears fulfilled.”
Mark Beaven – Founder and Co-CEO Advanced Alternative Media, Inc -
The most identifiable global brand for Producer and Songwriter management
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"I have been so fortunate to have worked very closely with many of the legendary artists, producers, songwriters and mixers of our time for over 40 years.
I love music and, particularly music when it sounds great. To that end, I have continually updated and evolved my system of playback. As a rule, one never wants to listen to someone’s work with them and have it sound terrible. It’s a good way to lose major credibility and respect. Far better it sound the best they have heard it. I have been lucky to regularly have that be the case. Studio listening versus audiophile listening is extremely different.
I have a highly evolved and considered playback system working in a great room. I have continued to upgrade it at the highest levels of gear and playback results. Always seeking that next level of audio nirvana….
I had spotted mention of various tweaks online and so queried my audio guru about updating elements of the system with various linear power supplies. He noted a number that would bring a great deal and suggested that a filter in the ethernet path would help meaningfully.
I began researching what would be the best solutions, I immediately ran across Synergistic Research, their incredible line of products, and the tremendous respect they enjoyed for their work.
In further proof one can always learn something, my belief of digital cable being basically equal due to the 0 and 1 nature of transmission and that I could work from the source of audio downward in the audio path, was found to be greatly misconstrued. Recognizing the issues of electrical transmission within cable and the potential for noise, I was ready to learn.
I was guided by the amazing Andy Wiederspahn, who suggested that the most immediate changes to the system could be had by a combination of the Galileo Discovery ethernet cable and their UEF Ethernet Switch. They arranged a demo for both. I was excited to hear what was to come.
But, was absolutely NOT prepared for the RESULT. Inserting both into the system transformed it incredibly. The greatest transformation for the least cost I have enjoyed. The imaging became wholly transparent – not more so, wholly. Invisible. Seamless. Positioning of every element was as if in-the-room. Tight. Precise. MAGIC! The relaxed, organic decay of voice and instrumentation became next level, resulting in an ability to hear even the subtlest nuance in a natural, open, un-hyped manner. From classical to rock, EDM, electronic, Pop, Rap, R+B, Soul, etc. = transformative. Everything is meaningfully more so cohesive in ways I have not heard in my very many years of listening. The spectrum of sound reads empirically true and aligned. Which is exactly what I have been working to create for so many years.
It’s moments like these where one must then make the hard decision as to what next to play, discovering the song anew, and then having people keep asking, “Why are you smiling so much?”.
It’s an experience I can’t recommend more. Make you and your ears fulfilled."
Mark Beaven – Founder and Co-CEO Advanced Alternative Media, Inc -
The most identifiable global brand for Producer and Songwriter management
Review
From the opening seconds, I could feel the atmosphere in the venue. The music had a clarity, presence, and natural feel that, for the first time, made me think there was something worthwhile to streaming music. The sibilance was finally controlled. The soloists were so realistic I could feel something like their personalities in their voices. Musicians were solidly placed in realistic, identifiable positions on the soundstage. Jackson Browne sounded like I had heard him on my reference CD & LP rig. And the applause came from real people in the audience.
Rick Becker - Enjoy The Music - November 2021
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"There are products that can be considered just the icing on the cake. This is not that. The Ethernet Switch UEF provides a dramatic step forward for streaming and digital performance. It is an important component and without question a real game changer. Congrats to Synergistic Research for another outstanding design and for the superb product execution."
Robert Youman - Positive Feedback - December 2021
