Consensus
Flexible, compact, and easy to setup wireless (or wired) amplifier that outputs great sound, and requires a Control4 controller.
Average Overall Rating
★★★★★★★★★★
4.38 out of 5 stars (2 reviews)
Critics Reviews (Around the Web)
The Triad One combines ease of set up with great clarity and massive punch from its 60 watt digital power plant. The provision of a sub output is also a big winner for me, as it makes it supremely versatile when it comes to speaker configurations. It comes highly recommended. Read full review →
– Inside CI · Apr 27, 2018
If you're using Control4 for part of your system but haven't integrated the smaller AV systems into it, the Triad One might be what you need to complete the job. It is easy to setup for a Control4 installer, and once in place does the job invisibly which is what you're after. Read full review →★★★★★★★★★★
4.25 out of 5 stars
– Reference Home Theater · Apr 10, 2018
The Triad One is an affordable way to enter the world of Control4, a leading platform for home automation and A/V system control. It provided reliable, consistent operation and impressive sound. Read full review →
– SoundStage! · Feb 15, 2018
Triad One delivers a two-channel music-listening experience that's a huge step up from most distributed audio solutions. As part of a complete Control4 ecosystem, it also delivers the strengths of a multiroom music system while avoiding its weaknesses. Read full review →★★★★★★★★★★
4.5 out of 5 stars
– Home Theater Review · Jan 17, 2018
Its deft mix of simplicity and versatility make it the perfect solution to all sorts of problems. It’s a totally satisfying little over-achiever that oughta put a grin on the faces of all but the stodgiest of audiophiles. Read full review →
– Residential Systems · Sep 7, 2017
Pros
- Great sounding audio
- Easy to hide away
- Clear and unstrained sound
- Impressive built-in DAC
- Works with iTunes
- Supports high-resolution audio playback, up to 192 kHz / 24 bit
- Delivers engaging two-channel listening experience
- Low distortion and exceptional signal-to-noise ratio
- Flexible configuration and usage options
- Built-in control capabilities
- Two IR outputs
- Six crossover settings between 80 and 140 Hz
- 60 watts per channel
- 10-band equalizer
- 10 minutes to set up and program
Cons
- No visual feedback for the volume level
- Doesn't handle bitstream audio
- Lacks a physical volume knob
- Unable to browse music by date added
- Uses phoenix connectors instead of five-way binding posts
- Requires Control4 Controller / Composer Pro software
Our Final Conclusion
Rock solid integrated amplifier for Control4 whole home audio systems that makes it simple to stream audiophile-grade music into any room.
Product Overview
September 6, 2017 - Control4 today announced the immediate availabilty of the Triad One streaming amplifier. The $700 single-zone, high-resolution, wired and wireless amp makes it easy to add music to any Control4-enabled home. Simply plug in power and connect to a wired or wireless network, connect it to the Control4 system, and the Triad One can play music, from local files or streaming music services, without the need to pull speaker wire back to a central location. Triad One boasts... Read product announcement →
- MSRP:
- $700
- Type:
- Amplifiers
- Released:
- Sep 6, 2017
