Audiolinux Server configurations, Software, Hardware, and Listening Impressions

[hifi25nl]

Audiolinux V4 is coming...

Menu 706
Audiolinux V3: added options
6 - Upgrade system to V4 (experimental, long)
7 - Manual kernel compilation V4 (experimental, long)
to 3 'INSTALL/UPDATE V3 kernel (only Audiolinux V3) in INSTALL/UPDATE menu

 

These are experimental options to upgrade your system to V4 and compile and install last kernel for x86_64_v4 architecture if your system is supporting it (mostly AMD Ryzen 7000 series)
Please backup your system with the option in System menu or install Audiolinux in a testing USB drive before proceeding
Be sure that you have enough disk space (at least twice the used space) or RAM
At this stage you can eventually ask Audiolinux support to do it for you in a remote AnyDesk session (on appointment)

[sbfx]

Will AL v3 work on these cpu's? - https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/81709/intel-xeon-processor-e52670-v3-30m-cache-2-30-ghz/specifications.html

 

 

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/81061/intel-xeon-processor-e52699-v3-45m-cache-2-30-ghz/specifications.html

[hifi25nl]

Yes, it should work because suppporting Instruction Set Extensions Intel® AVX2

[msb1]

While updating the kernel or removing any software, I get the message:

There may be another Pacman instance running. Waiting...

 

[hifi25nl]

 

Reboot and if the problem persists go to console and remove pacman lock:

 

sudo rm /var/lib/pacman/db.lck

[msb1]

37 minutes ago, hifi25nl said:

sudo rm /var/lib/pacman/db.lck

Thanks. That fixed it.

[hifi25nl]

Audirvana beta testing
remember that this is only a beta...

 

As user audiolinux:
cd /tmp
wget https://www.audio-linux.com/ftp/temp/audirvana/audirvana-studio-2.8.1.3-1-x86_64.pkg.tar.zst
sudo pacman -U audirvana-studio*
wget https://www.audio-linux.com/ftp/temp/audirvana/audirvana-studio.ini
mkdir -p /home/audiolinux/.config/audirvana/
cp audirvana-studio.ini /home/audiolinux/.config/audirvana/
systemctl --user start audirvanaStudio

 

To enable at boot:
systemctl --user enable audirvanaStudio

 

When Audirvana is more stable it will be added to Audiolinux menu

[fgribas]

According to this post on Diretta's instagram account, Audirvana is not working with Diretta Alsa.

 

[hifi25nl]

some updates...:

 

Updated 18/04/24
As user audiolinux:
yay -Sy audirvana-studio --noconfirm
or
yay -Sy audirvana-origin --noconfirm

To start Studio version:
systemctl --user start audirvanaStudio
To enable it at boot:
systemctl --user enable audirvanaStudio
(change Studio with Origin for the other version)

 

For registration problems:
https://community.audirvana.com/t/beta-audirvana-for-linux-and-nas/40733

 

Soon a menu option...

[hifi25nl]

If the configuration directory is missing:

 

STUDIO:

mkdir -p ~/.config/audirvana

echo "EulaAccepted = 1" > ~/.config/audirvana/audirvana-studio.ini

To start it: systemctl --user start audirvanaStudio

To enable it at boot: systemctl --user enable audirvanaStudio

 

ORIGIN:

mkdir -p ~/.config/audirvana

echo "EulaAccepted = 1" > ~/.config/audirvana/audirvana-origin.ini

To start it: systemctl --user start audirvanaOrigin

To enable it at boot: systemctl --user enable audirvanaOrigin

[lmitche]

This is a quick note to say thanks to Piero for the V4 kernel upgrade option.

 

Running Audiolinux on Ryzen 7 series ZEN4 machines with the V4 kernel brings a immediate sound quality upgrade, with increased image density first noticed in the deep bass range but across the spectrum.

 

If you have a ZEN4 machine this upgrade is highly recommended.

 

Thanks again Piero for making this happen.

[Lukasluis]

I have updated my V3 Kernel to the latest version by choosing Option 0 System Update and in the process, it also tried to update Hqplayer embedded which is the only audio software installed. The Update failed as it took very long time to download the latest Hqplayer embedded package. I tried the V3 Kernel upgrade again and choosing Option 1 and it succeded. However after the kernel update, Hqplyer embedded could no longer start. I tried updating it (Hqp embedded), uninstall and install but it is failing as the download seems stuck like the estimated download time is days like 5 days then eventually cancels by itself. anyone experienced this issue. I've been trying for few days now but to no avail.

[hifi25nl]

Please go to console and type

yay -Syu hqplayer-embedded -- confirm

 

I need to see the output.

 

I hope that system update was successful. If you have still problems you can do it in console with

sudo pacman -Syu

 

 

 

[Lukasluis]

37 minutes ago, hifi25nl said:

Please go to console and type

yay -Syu hqplayer-embedded -- confirm

 

I need to see the output.

 

I hope that system update was successful. If you have still problems you can do it in console with

sudo pacman -Syu

 

 

 

Hi Piero,

 

I tried but failed...

[hifi25nl]

Please wait for the new package version 5.5.3 That I will do now.

Here however also 5.5.2 is installing correctly.

[hifi25nl]

Just uploaded version 5.5.3, but to me it seems a network problem.

Did you reboot after kernel or system update?

Try also 

ping 8.8.8.8

to see if internet connection is active

There is also an option in Status menu to check network

[Lukasluis]

2 minutes ago, hifi25nl said:

Just uploaded version 5.5.3, but to me it seems a network problem.

Did you reboot after kernel or system update?

Try also 

ping 8.8.8.8

to see if internet connection is active

There is also an option in Status menu to check network

The first command failed with hqp-embedded but continued with the system update. I'll let this finish first before trying again.

[hifi25nl]

I don't know your AL version.

Note that V3 versions before headless 5.6.1 or lxqt 7.6.1 cannot really be updated since OS base has changed.

Only with re-installation you will have the real last V3 version.

 

[Lukasluis]

5 minutes ago, hifi25nl said:

I don't know your AL version.

Note that V3 versions before headless 5.6.1 or lxqt 7.6.1 cannot really be updated since OS base has changed.

Only with re-installation you will have the real last V3 version.

 

This is what I have now

[Lukasluis]

26 minutes ago, Lukasluis said:

This is what I have now

Where can I download the latest V3 version?

[hifi25nl]

If your subscription is active the download link is in the email sent at the moment of purchase.

If you cannot find it, contact audiolinux support by email

[hifi25nl]

Audiolinux V4 released!

Audiolinux headless V4 version 5.9.0 released with x86-64-v4 kernel 6.8.5 RT LTO FULL 2000 HZ

You can buy a V4 upgrade or the new Audiolinux V4 in Audiolinux shop
All other images will NOT be discontinued since avx512 extension set is available only on a limited number of CPU
The price for upgrade is 50$*
Audiolinux V4 can be installed only if you have a CPU supporting avx512 extension, that is all Ryzen 7000 series but not last Intel
If in doubt please contact support

 

Menu 715
Improved kernel custom script with the following new options:

 

6 - Upgrade system to V4
7 - Last kernel V4 2000 Hz
8 - Select kernel V4 from a list
9 - Manual kernel compilation V4 (long)

 

At this time pre-compiled V4 kernels are available for GENERIC SKYLAKEX ZEN4
You will need a new password for accessing these options

 

*) For users with 1 year V3 subscription the validity period will restart at the moment of upgrade
For unlimited V3 version users subscription to V4 will be unlimited
Users that have bought V3 unlimited during the month of April can receive V4 upgrade without further payments

[Lukasluis]

25 minutes ago, hifi25nl said:

If your subscription is active the download link is in the email sent at the moment of purchase.

If you cannot find it, contact audiolinux support by email

I just renewed my license/extension and sent you an email. I hope i'm entitled for the new V4 upgrade.

[hifi25nl]

Do you have a compatible CPU?

In that case you should have selected upgrade to V4 not extra year.

 

Edit: I don't think your CPU supports avx512

[Lukasluis]

On 4/22/2024 at 10:29 PM, hifi25nl said:

Do you have a compatible CPU?

In that case you should have selected upgrade to V4 not extra year.

 

Edit: I don't think your CPU supports avx512

I downloaded the latest package but still stuck when installing Hqp-embedded. Tried numerous times in the past 24 hours but still failing due to timeouts. Is your server limiting the upload speed? I ask because downloads from other sites are lightning fast! This is very frustrating!