EXPIRED For Sale Apple A2169 - Modified 12V DC Streamer

Further Information

I’m selling a modified and well regarded Apple TV4K model.

The most obvious difference is with the audio. The visuals are enhanced as well, mostly with black level gradation and colour intensity. Depending on your panel (TV/OLED/Projector), these may not be as obvious as the audio, which is very obvious.

With the audio, expect to hear low frequency extension you never knew existed in streaming media. Better spatial separation and overall more clarity in the higher registers. If you listen to Apple Music using an Apple TV or you have a high end home cinema and use an Apple TV to stream you box office movies, this is for you. It will enhance your immersive experience and close the gap on physical media. 

There has been plenty of chatter on the internet over the past 12 months and this mod was inspired by the Apple TV X concept.

I have two different configurations on offer but will only sell one. Purchaser to select the preferred option.

Option A is the premium model (best for audio, great for video as well). Good choice if you plan to upgrade the included SMPS to a linear power supply down the track.

Option B is the original Apple TV X DIY recipe. Great choice if you want superior sound and visual over the stock Apple TV but no plans to upgrade to an LPS.

Parts List:

Option A:   Black caps (image)

Apple TV 4K Model 2169 (well regarded model for modding ~ $250)

Eichmann ETI Kryo XLR Male connector (~$120)

Mundorf Silver/Gold internal wiring and short DC wire 25cm (~ $100)

Super low ESR Panasonic 1000u FM caps x 5

0.47uf WIMA polys x 6

1x WIMA SMD film cap soldered on the Apple TV PCB. 

WBT silver solder

Includes original Apple remote control

Option B:  Blue caps (image)

Apple TV 4K Model 2169 (well regarded model for modding ~ $250)

Furutech XLR Male connector (~$45)

Mundorf Silver/Gold internal wiring and short DC wire 25cm (~ $100)

Vishay 1000u caps x 5

0.47uf WIMA polys x 5

WBT silver solder

Includes original Apple remote control

Included with this offer is a low noise, audiophile iFi iPower X 12V switched mode power supply (RRP $169). The low voltage DC connector has been upgraded with a Furutech female XLR connector (RRP $50). This will work out of the box with this modded Apple TV. 

Also included is a short female Neutrik XLR to 2.1mm (Tellurium Copper) DC barrel connector adapter. This can be used with a future LPS that may not have an XLR input but the more common DC barrel connector.

This Apple TV mod was designed to be compatible with the locally built 12V Giesler Linear Power Supply. This will further lower the noise and improve performance. Speak to Clay he will sort you out.

 
Please note: This Apple TV4K does NOT connect to Mains Power like a normal Apple TV and requires a suitable 12V DC output from a linear or switch mode power supply (such as the included iFi iPower X supply).