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Astell & Kern AK HB1 portable Bluetooth DAC Amplifier

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Astell & Kern AK HB1 portable Bluetooth DAC Amplifier

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AK HB1
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Astell & Kern AK HB1 portable Bluetooth DAC Amplifier

Features

  • 3.5-mm and 4.4-mm Dual Output
  • Supports LDAC and aptXâ„¢HD for High-quality Bluetooth Sound
  • Features ESS ES9281AC PRO DAC
  • Separate DAC and AMP for Premium Hi-Fi Experience
  • Plug & Play USB DAC Function
  • Interchangeable Cable (Type-C and Lightning Cable Included)
  • Supports UAC 1.0 (Gaming System)
  • Clear and Vivid Voice in Calls
  • Car Mode Supported
  • Multi-point Connection (Up To Two Devices)
  • MQA Renderer

Included in the box

  • 1x Astell&Kern AK HB1 Wireless & Wired DAC
  • 1x USB-C to Lightning Cable
  • 1x USB-C to USB-C Cable
  • 1x Warranty Card
  • 1x Quick start guide

Specifications

General Specifications
Model AK HB1
Body Color Shadow Black
Body Material Polycarbonate (Body) / Aluminum (Volume Wheel)
Bluetooth:Chipset : Qualcomm CSR8675 Version : 5.0 || Codec : LDAC, AptXâ„¢HD, AptXâ„¢, AAC, SBC || Profile : A2DP, AVRCP, HFP
DAC ESS ES9281AC PRO
Sample Rate:PCM : 8kHz ~ 384kHz (8/16/24/32bits Per Sample) DSD Native: DSD64(1bit 2.8MHz), Stereo / DSD128(1bit 5.6MHz), Stereo / DSD256(1bit 11.2MHz), Stereo
Output Level Unbalanced 2Vrms / Balanced 4Vrms (Condition No Load)
Input USB Type-C (Supports UAC 1.0 And UAC 2.0)
Output 3.5mm (Supports CTIA Standard 4-Pole Earphones/Headphones), 4.4mm (Only 5-Pole Supported)
Dimensions:33 X 68.4 X 16.5mm (Excluding Volume Wheel) 39.8 X 68.4 X 16.5mm (Including Volume Wheel)
Weight About 1.41oz (40g)
Feature Enhancements Firmware Upgrade Supported
Audio Specifications
Frequency Response ±0.135dB (Condition || 20Hz~20kHz) Unbalanced │ ±0.136dB (Condition || 20Hz~20kHz) Balanced
S/N 17dB @ 1kHz, Unbalanced │ 118dB @ 1kHz, Balanced
Crosstalk -112dB @ 1kHz, Unbalanced │ -112dB @ 1kHz, Balanced
THD+N 0.0005% @ 1kHz, Unbalanced │ 0.0005% @ 1kHz, Balanced
IMD SMPTE 0.0003% 800Hz 10kHz (4||1) Unbalanced │ 0.0003% 800Hz 10kHz (4||1) Balanced
Output Impedance Unbalanced Out 3.5mm (2.5ohm) │ Balanced Out 4.4mm (2ohm)
Battery
Capacity 600mAh 3.8V Li-Polymer
Charge Time About 1.5hours
Playback Time About 6hours (Standard || AAC)

Description

Experience the Freedom of Music

The AK HB1 Bluetooth and USB Type-C DAC/Amp is a lightweight, portable device with a powerful built-in amplifier and a premium microphone that lets you effortlessly experience high-quality audio wirelessly and through USB Type-C and Lightning connections.



Supreme connection with Hi- Fi sound

AK HB1 goes beyond simple Bluetooth playback, delivering outstanding, full high-resolution sound via USB DAC connection to PCs, smartphones, tablets, and more. Supporting Native DSD256 and 32-bit/384 kHz playback, AK HB1 ensures compatibility with a diverse range of high-quality audio sources, providing Astell&Kern’s signature premium sound quality. Additionally, equipped with a renderer function that supports MQA 8X, AK HB1 enables MQA playback without the need for external DACs or playback devices.



Extensive Codec Support

The AK HB1 accommodates an extensive selection of codecs to deliver smooth playback of high-resolution audio through its compatibility with LDAC and aptX HD codecs as well as the more common AAC and SBC for PCs and smartphones. AK HB1 is also equipped with Qualcomm’s CSR8675 Bluetooth for a consistently strong and stable connection.



Exclusive AMP Circuitry

AK HB1 introduces an exclusive AMP circuitry that supersedes the standard built-in DAC AMP. Its AMP enables a commanding 4 Vrms output (in Balanced connection) and dual connectivity options — 3.5 mm unbalanced and 4.4 mm balanced, catering to a wide range of IEMs and headphones.



Simultaneous Support for UAC 1.0 & 2.0 for Gaming

While modern smartphones, tablets, and PCs support UAC 2.0 connections, many gaming devices still exclusively support UAC 1.0 connections. To cater to both scenarios, AK HB1 ensures compatibility by supporting both UAC 2.0 and UAC 1.0 connections for cross-platform quality sound experiences. Connect AK HB1 to gaming devices such as PlayStation and Nintendo Switch, and enjoy low latency and enhanced sound for an immersive gaming experience.

Additional information

Colour

Black

Warranty

Backed with a 1-Year Astell&Kern warranty

 

 

 

 

Delivery Info

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Delivery Information

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