Kala

By Antipodes Audio

Whether you’re new to high-end streaming or looking to refine an already excellent system, Kala Audio offers a compelling mix of performance, upgradeability, and elegance. Reach out to Emotion Audio to book a private listening session or chat with us about the best Kala model for your system.

Origin and Philosophy

Born from the expertise of Antipodes Audio, Kala was developed to provide a more accessible path to reference-grade digital sound. Every product is engineered in-house, using the same foundational hardware and software innovations that define Antipodes — just reimagined for modularity and versatility. The name Kala reflects clarity, purity, and elegance — qualities deeply embedded in the sonic experience.

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Product Line up

The Kala Range includes four models: K50, K41, K22, and K21. Each model can stand alone or be paired together for even higher performance, depending on your system goals and digital source requirements.

Each unit features the latest Antipodes software suite and integrates seamlessly with Roon, Squeeze, HQPlayer NAA, and more.

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Origin and Philosophy

Born from the expertise of Antipodes Audio, Kala was developed to provide a more accessible path to reference-grade digital sound. Every product is engineered in-house, using the same foundational hardware and software innovations that define Antipodes — just reimagined for modularity and versatility. The name Kala reflects clarity, purity, and elegance — qualities deeply embedded in the sonic experience.

Visit Antipodes Audio

Product Line up

The Kala Range includes four models: K50, K41, K22, and K21. Each model can stand alone or be paired together for even higher performance, depending on your system goals and digital source requirements.

Each unit features the latest Antipodes software suite and integrates seamlessly with Roon, Squeeze, HQPlayer NAA, and more.

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Kala 50

The Kala 50 is a flagship digital source with server, player, and reclocker in one chassis. With USB, AES/Coax, and I²S outputs, its three-engine design and ultra-stable reclocking deliver rich tone, deep resolution, and natural musical flow. A true centrepiece for any high-end streaming setup.

The Kala 50 is a full-featured digital source combining a music server, player, and dedicated reclocker in one elegant chassis. With USB, S/PDIF, AES3, and I²S outputs, it delivers rich, detailed musicality and precision. Its three-engine architecture with ultra-stable reclocking ensures rich tone, deep resolution, and flexibility with all DAC types. Ideal as the centrepiece of a high-end streaming setup, the K50 offers plug-and-play simplicity with reference-level performance.

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Kala 41

The Kala 41 is a dedicated high-performance server using the same engine as the K50. Built to manage streaming services and large libraries, it delivers fast response and pristine Direct Stream Ethernet to your DAC. Pair with the K22 or K21 for K50-level performance, and enjoy support for leading platforms like Roon in a compact, flexible design.

The Kala 41 is a dedicated high-performance server in the KALA Series, purpose-built to handle streaming services and large local music libraries with ease. Using the same advanced server engine as the K50, it delivers exceptional speed and responsiveness, while direct Ethernet streaming ensures maximum sound quality. Designed to pair with players such as the K22 or K21, the K41 forms the foundation of a digital system, with upgrade paths that can elevate performance to K50 level. Supporting Roon, HQPlayer, Squeeze, MPD and more, it offers the flexibility to suit any high-end streaming setup.

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Kala 22

The Kala K22 is a high-grade digital player and reclocker for premium DACs. Playing from servers like the K41 or a Roon Core, it regenerates signals with ultra-stable clocks. With USB, AES3, S/PDIF (RCA & BNC), Toslink, and I²S outputs, it brings superb timing and flow to any setup.

The Kala K22 is a high-grade digital player and reclocker designed to feed premium DACs. Playing from servers such as the K41 or a Roon Core, it regenerates digital signals with ultra-stable clocks to enhance depth, space, and realism. With USB, AES3, S/PDIF (RCA & BNC), Toslink, and I²S (HDMI & RJ45) outputs, the K22 integrates seamlessly into a minimalist setup or a modular KALA system, delivering superb timing, coherence, and musical flow.

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Kala 21

The Kala 21 is a USB-only server-player that delivers Antipodes’ musicality at its most affordable level. Using the same reclocked USB stage as the K22, it excels with dynamic, immersive sound when used with libraries up to ~8TB. Pair with the K41 to reach K50-level USB performance.

The Kala 21 is a USB-only server-player delivering the compelling musicality Antipodes is known for at its most affordable level. Using a single computer for both server and player roles, it employs state-of-the-art USB signal processing, with the output isolated, regenerated, and reclocked by the same USB circuit found in the K22. When used within its limits—no DSP and music libraries up to around 8TB—it excels with powerful dynamics, natural timbre, saturated tonal density, and immersive musical expression. Adding a K41 upgrades performance to match the K50’s USB output.

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Hear it for Yourself

Experience the Kala Audio range in person at Emotion Audio. We offer private auditions in New Zealand and Australia, giving you the chance to hear what sets Antipodes-designed digital sources apart. Whether you’re refining your system or starting fresh, we’ll help you find the perfect fit — and let the music speak for itself.

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Technology & Design Approach

Kala Audio components are built on Antipodes Audio’s proven platform, refined for clarity, speed, and sonic integrity. The design approach focuses on modularity, low-noise architecture, and precision signal handling — all with a leaner footprint.

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Modular Performance Architecture

Kala products separate core tasks — server, player, reclocker — allowing targeted upgrades and improved sonic purity across the signal chain.

Precision Reclocking

All Kala models feature high-precision reclocking to dramatically reduce jitter, enhancing timing, resolution, and musical flow.

Optimised Linux Software

Running custom-tuned Linux OS with Antipodes’ audio stack, Kala units support Roon, Squeeze, HQPlayer NAA, MPD, and more with seamless control

Low-Noise Power Design

Carefully engineered to reduce electrical noise, each component maintains signal integrity from file to output for a clean, natural sound.

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