DENVER, CO – CEDIA EXPO 2026 – BOOTH #4103 – SEPTEMBER 2, 2026 – Magnetar, a leading provider of premium media players and reference-grade disc playback hardware for audiophiles and cinephiles who demand uncompromising performance, today announced the debut of ULTIMA, the world’s first luxury media transport featuring a dedicated DC power stage. Meticulously engineered as a pure reference source, ULTIMA is designed to perform one function without compromise: preserve source integrity from disc to display or external processor for the world’s most demanding home cinema and high-performance audio systems.

Building upon Magnetar’s award-winning MKII platform and backed by more than two decades of engineering experience, ULTIMA supports UHD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, DVD, CD, SACD, DVD-Audio, DSD/DoP via AES/EBU, USB media, and high-resolution network playback along with Dolby Vision and HDR10+. This broad format compatibility allows ULTIMA to expertly handle virtually every premium physical and digital media format found in today’s custom theaters and dedicated listening rooms while eliminating the need to specify multiple disc players or file transports within a single system.

At the heart of ULTIMA is a dedicated DC power architecture unlike anything previously realized in a luxury media platform. Rather than rely exclusively on traditional AC-supplied power, ULTIMA features dedicated BYD lithium-based power stages to isolate critical transport, clocking, and signal pathways from noise, fluctuations, and contamination elements commonly found in conventional power environments. ULTIMA’s power architecture uniquely allows for the creation of a stable, low-noise operating environment for precision playback while establishing a new benchmark for the universal media transport category.

Complementing the innovative power architecture is a synchronized master clock system anchored around a unified 10 MHz reference that maintains precise system timing across the player for stable, accurate transmission to downstream components such as external processors and DACs. This unique approach allows the entire system to operate from a single “time axis” with synchronized, predictable data flow and timing relationships. The result is overall system stability, signal integrity, timing consistency, significantly reduced total phase noise, and improved disc playback consistency.

The same level of care and dedication invested in ULTIMA’s power, timing, and internal layout extends to each element of its physical construction. A massively reinforced chassis minimizes vibration, suppresses resonance, and maintains stability during operation. Additionally, internally isolated components shield sensitive circuits from unwanted interference while meticulously controlled grounding and power distribution further reduce problematic electrical interaction between subsystems. Lastly, the transport mechanism has been refined to the same standard, resulting in disc read stability, vibration management, and data integrity that have all been elevated well beyond conventional universal playback standards.

“With ULTIMA, we set out to answer one question: what does a universal media transport solution look like when every possible limitation is challenged?” said Rob Jones, President of Magnetar North America. “At a time when manufacturers are turning away from reference-grade physical media playback, Magnetar is doubling down. ULTIMA is our definitive statement piece. ULTIMA is a purpose-built reference source for those who understand that true reference performance is achieved through relentless attention to detail and uncompromising execution.”

Designed from the ground up with a dedicated focus on electrical purity, mechanical precision, and signal integrity, ULTIMA is the definitive source component for the world’s most advanced home cinema and high-performance audio systems. More than just a disc or media transport, ULTIMA is a precision reference platform engineered to redefine what is possible from both physical and file-based media playback in the modern era.

Pricing and Availability

The Magnetar ULTIMA is now shipping and available through Magnetar’s authorized dealer and distributor network at an MSRP of $12,000. ULTIMA will be on display at CEDIA Expo 2026 in booth #4103.

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About Magnetar USA

Magnetar is a premium brand dedicated to delivering high-performance universal media players for audiophiles and cinephiles. Designed to support nearly every media format—including 4K UHD, Blu-ray, SACD, and networked media—Magnetar products combine cutting-edge innovation with meticulous craftsmanship. With over two decades of experience in high-end AV and audio R&D, Magnetar is committed to providing reference-level performance that preserves and elevates the entertainment experience. Through exclusive dealer partnerships, superior customer support, and dedication to quality, Magnetar offers solutions for those who demand excellence. For more information, visit Magnetar USA.