Astell & Kern USB-C Dual-DAC Cable | Portable DAC/Amp-Bloom Audio
Astell & Kern USB-C Dual-DAC Cable | Portable DAC/Amp-Bloom Audio
Astell & Kern USB-C Dual-DAC Cable | Portable DAC/Amp-Bloom Audio
Astell & Kern USB-C Dual-DAC Cable | Portable DAC/Amp-Bloom Audio
Astell & Kern USB-C Dual-DAC Cable | Portable DAC/Amp-Bloom Audio
Astell & Kern USB-C Dual-DAC Cable | Portable DAC/Amp-Bloom Audio
Astell & Kern USB-C Dual-DAC Cable | Portable DAC/Amp-Bloom Audio
Astell & Kern USB-C Dual-DAC Cable | Portable DAC/Amp-Bloom Audio
Astell & Kern USB-C Dual-DAC Cable | Portable DAC/Amp-Bloom Audio

Astell&Kern USB-C Dual-DAC Cable | Portable DAC/Amp

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With more mobile phone manufacturers removing headphone jacks from their devices, the Astell&Kern USB Dual-DAC Cable provides users the ability to get the best sound possible out of their mobile devices while using existing headphones they already own.

The Astell&Kern USB DAC Cable features two Cirrus Logic CS43198 MasterHIFI™ DACs which supports native playback of high-resolution audio up to DSD256 and 32bit/384kHz PCM.  The dual CS43198 DACs are paired with an independent analog amplifier, designed to provide true audio playback so you can feel the live, warm and clear sound as intended, without distortion. This is made possible based on years of Astell&Kern’s expertise in AMP design.  Although it is a small and simple cable type external DAC, it is able to sufficiently drive high impedance headphones with a 2Vrms (Condition No Load) output level.

Astell&Kern USB-C Dual-DAC

The cable used in the USB DAC is a custom-made, 4-core cable designed by Astell&Kern to provide the best sound possible and enhance durability. The cable is reinforced to withstand up to 200N of tensile force using aramid fiber. 

The all-metal body of the USB DAC uses the design concept of “light and shadow” that is used in all Astell&Kern products. The USB DAC Cable design is based on a single centerline that boldly crosses from right to left. The faces were arranged by adjusting the angle ratio so that the sharp faces of the upper four faces meet at one point. It is designed so that each side is reflected according to the movement of light.

To make the grip comfortable for one-handed use, the surface was created to be like a pebble that has been smoothly polished by the natural weathering effect of stone, rather than featuring the sharper angles typically found in existing Astell&Kern products. This product design provides a nice, smooth feeling when holding the cable in your hand.

The weight of the metal material used reflects the same durability and solid feel compared to other Astell&Kern devices.  

The Astell&Kern USB DAC Cable is compatible with most Android-based smartphones and tablets, computers running Windows 10 and MacOS. iOS-based devices, such as iPhones and iPads are currently not supported.

Specs

2 x Cirrus Logic CS43198

Analog Audio I/O    1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Stereo Headphone Output
USB 1 x USB Type-C (Device Input)

Sample Rates    Up to 384 kHz (PCM)
Up to 11.2 MHz (DSD)
Bit Depths  32-Bit (PCM)

OS Compatibility:
Android
macOS
Windows

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