Name: Astell&Kern A&ultima SP3000 | Flagship Digital Audio Player
Brand: Astell&Kern
SKU: 3PPF419C-CMSIN1
Price: 3299.0 USD
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Astell&Kern A&ultima SP3000 | Flagship Digital Audio Player

Astell&Kern SP3000 black front with active screen

Astell&Kern SP3000 silver front and back

Astell&Kern SP3000 silver front with active screen

Astell&Kern SP3000 copper front with active screen

Astell&Kern SP3000 copper rear over white background

Astell&Kern SP3000 copper front quarter over white background

Astell&Kern SP3000 copper rear quarter over white background

$3,699.00 $3,299.00 Save 11%

Color

Silver

Black

Platinum Limited Edition

Presenting the Astell&Kern SP3000, the Latest Flagship from the Leading DAP Creators

Platinum Limited Edition limited to 300 units globally
Flagship DAP with Snapdragon 6125 8-Core CPU
World's 1st use of 904L Stainless steel for body: high resistance to corrosion
World's 1st DAP with full separation of digital / analog processing
All new player UI + upgraded audio and system performance
Support for aptX™ HD and LDAC
Genuine Astell&Kern premium black leather upgrade case available

Bloom's Take

The time is now. Even after its performance and UI started showing considerable signs of age, we still considered SP2000 to be the best sounding portable DAP in the world, and with the release of SP3000, the crown has finally been passed on to a successor. If you're looking for the best DAP in the world, the SP3000 is the new king.

Read the full review.

Need some guidance getting your music files onto your Astell&Kern DAP? Check out our updated Audiophile 101 guide!

DISCONTINUED: Astell&Kern's SP3000 DAP is now discontinued. Grab it while you still can. Also, check out the newest, smaller, lighter weight version, the A&K SP3000M!

Monument for Masterpiece: SP3000 24K Gold LE

Based on its innovative technology and perfect design, the A&ultima SP3000 received the highest praise from audiophiles and media outlets worldwide, for opening a new horizon with sound that reaches the pinnacle of DAPs. Astell&Kern sought to commemorate the monumental success of the SP3000 by introducing the 24K Gold Limited Edition crafted with gold, the most valuable metal in human history.

A&K started with the innovative Stainless Steel 904L material used for the first time in the SP3000 and plated it with 24K pure gold to capture the pinnacle sound of the SP3000 in a metal of extreme luxury and value. Gold has a beautiful luster, does not rust, is highly valued due to its rarity, and has excellent electrical conductivity, so it is used as a top-quality component for semiconductors and high-end audio. However, the highest purity 24K gold is difficult to handle due to its low hardness, so extremely meticulous processes were required to complete the SP3000 24K Gold Limited Edition.

To deliver the highest quality product without compromise, Astell&Kern used a wet process for pure gold plating (plating thickness of 0.5um+/- 20%) rather than simply a surface treatment. To fully highlight the SUS 904L material and gold plating, nickel plating was first applied, followed by the 24K gold plating, and then an AF coating was applied to harden the surface and prevent fingerprints.

The SP3000 24K Gold Limited Edition is a monumental design that fully expresses Astell&Kern's brand philosophy. Discover a new horizon for premium audio players with the unique beauty of timeless metals, and the amazing sound of the SP3000.

The SP3000 24K Gold Limited Edition includes a special leather case and package exclusive to this limited edition.

Astell&Kern SP3000 gold edition with whiskey bottle and poured glass

Innovations: World's First Use of 904L for Body Material

To achieve the goal of 'providing the best, unrivaled value with innovative and uncompromising design and craftsmanship,' the SP3000 uses 904L stainless steel never attempted before in a portable DAP. Due to its extra amounts of chromium, molybdenum, nickel, and copper, 904L features superior resistance to corrosion, rust, and acids.

Astell&Kern SP3000 highlighting mirror finish

TERATON ALPHA, The Essence of A&K Audio

Not only is the latest DAC and technology available used, but also implemented is the innovative audio technology of AK's Ultimate Sound Solution TERATON ALPHA, refined for the SP3000.

Closeup of Teraton circuit board

First Use of AKM's Latest Flagship DAC

The world's first quad (x4) flagship AK4499EX DAC is implemented in the SP3000, along with the HEXA-Audio Circuitry structure design in which dual AK4191EQ digital signal processors are applied separately, the magic behind the renowned A&K sound. Additionally, a silver-plated shield is applied to prevent noise and electromagnetic interference from affecting the audio block.

AKM DAC circuit board and diagram

Independent Dual Audio Circuit

In order to create a truly innovative DAP, A&K overcame several sound limitations by implementing never-before-attempted tech: a HEXA-Audio Circuitry structure with unbalanced and balanced outputs.

Diagram comparing typical audio circuitry structure with the SP3000 circuitry structure

Snapdragon 8-Core CPU and New UI

SP3000 is equipped with a Snapdragon 6125 Octa-Core processor and 8GB of DDR4 memory for fast system response, and a redesigned, next-gen smooth interface.

With the newly developed UI, the SP3000 focuses on the process and experience of listening to music, making it a DAP where you forget the tech and simply enjoy the moments.

Screenshots of the SP3000 user interface

Sound Design With DAC Filters

With the SP3000, you can have fun creating your own sound style by selecting and combining up to 6 different DAC filters.

List of sound filters and remarks for each

Additional Features and Enhancements

Digital Audio Remaster
The SP3000 is equipped with Digital Audio Remaster (DAR) technology, developed to deliver fine, vivid sound at higher sample rates.

5.46" Full HD Display
Experience the SP3000 more comfortably with a wide 5.46", large-screen, full HD display.

Wireless Hi-Fi Sound via BT Sink
Enjoy playback from an external device (ie. smartphone) in high-quality using the BT Sink function.

Automatic 'ReplayGain' and Uniform Volume Adjust
ReplayGain adjusts sound sources with different volumes to identical levels so you can enjoy your own playlists seamlessly.

Native DSD512
The SP3000 supports Native DSD512 and up to 32bit/768kHz!

Premium Goat Leather Case
The SP3000 comes with a French goatskin leather case for A&K style and protection.

Specifications

Display: HD 5.46” 1080x1920 Touch Display
Supported Formats: WAV, FLAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE, AAC, ALAC, AIFF, DFF, DSF, MQA
Sample Rate
PCM: 8kHz ~ 768kHz (8/16/24/32bits per Sample)
DSD Native
- DSD64 (1bit 2.8MHz) Stereo
- DSD128 (1bit 5.6MHz) Stereo
- DSD256 (1bit 11.2MHz) Stereo
- DSD512 (1bit 22.4MHz) Stereo
Output Level: UnBAL 3.3Vrms | BAL 6.3Vrms (No Load)
CPU: Octa-core
DAC: AKM AK4191 (x2) & AK4499EX (x4)
Decoding: Support up to 32bit/768kHz Playback
Input: USB-C input (for charging & PC/MAC)
Outputs
- UnBAL (3.5mm)
- Optical (3.5mm)
- BAL 2.5mm (4-pole)
- BAL 4.4m (5-pole)
Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz)
Bluetooth: V5.0 (A2DP, AVRCP, Qualcomm® aptX™HD, LDAC)
Dimensions: 3.24” x 5.48” x 0.72”
Weight: 17 oz
Firmware upgrade supported (OTG)
Built-in Memory: 256GB [NAND]
External Memory: microSD x1 (Max. 1TB)

In the Box

A&ultima SP3000 Device
Green Leather Case
USB Type-C Cable
Quick Start Guide
Astell&Kern 1 Year Warranty Card
microSD card slot cover (x2)
Protective Film (Front & Back)

Astell&Kern SP3000 with included accessories

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SP3000

I had several dap’s, they have all sounded very good. But this one really shines. Sound just like I like it. Just as important was my experience dealing with Bloom Audio, fantastic customer service! Just a great group of people who really make sure you are happy. Over the top experience.

Astell&Kern SP3000

Hello Bloom audio,
I am very happy with my Astell&Kern A&ultima SP3000.
Ordering and shipments went all very good.
And the reviews were all true what you said about the SP3000.
Bloom Audio is also very helpful answering questions. Thank you for everything
Best Jeffrey

Great dap

I stepped up from an old AK Kann and a Cayin N7, and I don‘t regret it. Indeed maybe the best DAP out there. From design to UI to sound, hard to beat. Bloom‘s service is always wonderful.

hexagon warrior

Different from Sony's rendering of music, the sp3000 gave me a new understanding of music. When paired with the Fir Audio Rn6 recommended to me by Andrew, I called it a top-notch listening experience. The sp3000 makes the Rn6 play really well, I mean I have never heard such a dense sound, but the combination of the sp3000 and the Fir Audio Rn6 did it.

Practically Perfect Sound / Great Package

I am not going to elaborate and pontificate on the quality of the sound. To my ears it is practically perfect - - but who is to say my ears are perfect for sound. The interface is easy enough and it fits in my hand great and has good weight/solidness. Battery life is good and I prefer the optional black leather case over the included green case (but again I wouldn’t wear green shoes but maybe if you wear green shoes you would like the included case). ;-) Coupled with the Odyssey IEM's makes for a great listening experience. It sounds mighty fine with my Meze headphones too. So I am a happy camper.

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