Introducing the Astell&Kern SP3000: Unveiling the New Flagship Music Player Bundle
Key Features:
1. World’s first use of Stainless Steel 904L for DAP body material
2. World’s first DAP with complete separation of digital and analog signal processing (Using latest Flagship DAC chip AK4499EX from Asahi Kasei)
3. Stunning Audio Performance with Independent Dual Audio Circuitry
4. Equipped with High-Performance Qualcomm Snapdragon 6125 Octa-Core CPU
5. New Experience in the Graphic User Interface
6. Support for aptX™-HD and LDAC
The Astell&Kern SP3000 is a standout in the A&ultima line, representing the pinnacle of portable music players. With a stunning 904L sculpted chassis, available in both silver and black, the SP3000 exudes prestige and flagship quality.
**Luxury Meets Innovation: Astell&Kern SP3000**
Astell&Kern continues to set the standard for perfect sound with the A&ultima series, and the SP3000 embodies the essence of over 10 years of digital music processing innovation. As the world’s first Digital Audio Player (DAP) with independent Dual Audio Circuitry and the latest DAC featuring HEXA-Audio Circuitry structure, the SP3000 employs cutting-edge audio technologies and premium materials, delivering an overwhelming impact of sound and music.
**Material Innovations: World’s First Use of Stainless Steel 904L for DAP Body Material**
In pursuit of providing unparalleled value through innovative design and craftsmanship, the SP3000 breaks new ground by utilizing 904L stainless steel—a material never before attempted in a portable audio player. Known for its exceptional durability and corrosion resistance, 904L stainless steel is harder to process, requiring meticulous effort and time. This material elevates the SP3000 from a digital device to a luxury good, showcasing uncompromising beauty and luxury.
**TERATON ALPHA: The Essence of A&K Audio Technologies Merged Into the SP3000**
To achieve an unparalleled audio experience, the SP3000 incorporates the TERATON ALPHA, Astell&Kern’s unique audio technology refined for this flagship model. TERATON ALPHA ensures effective power noise removal, efficient power management, unwavering amplification, and a fully converted audio output interface. Paired with the HEXA-Audio Circuitry structure and independent dual audio circuit, the SP3000 delivers the purest original sound.
**Collaborative Innovation with AKM: World’s First Four AK4499EX DACs**
Astell&Kern collaborated with AKM from the initial development stage to create the world’s first four AK4499EX DACs for the SP3000. The innovative HEXA-Audio Circuitry structure, featuring separate processing of digital signals through AK4191EQ, minimizes noise and maximizes Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR). This unique design achieves physical separation of digital and analog signal processing in a digital audio player, offering an unparalleled level of sound.
**Silver Plated Shield Can for Enhanced Audio Performance**
The SP3000 features a shield can to prevent noise and electromagnetic interference. Going a step further, it applies highly conductive, high-purity silver to the existing shield can, physically separating digital and analog signals for excellent audio performance and perfect shielding.
Elevate your audio experience with the Astell&Kern SP3000, where luxury meets innovation in the world of flagship music players.
Model | SP3000 |
Body Color | Black or Silver |
Body Material | Stainless Steel 904L |
Display | Full HD 5.46-inch 1080 x 1920 Touch display |
Supported Audio Formats | WAV, FLAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE, AAC, ALAC, AIFF, DFF, DSF, MQA |
Sample Rate | PCM: 8kHz ~ 768kHz (8/16/24/32-bits per Sample)
DSD Native: DSD64 (1-bit, 2.8MHz), Stereo / DSD128 (1-bit, 5.6MHz), Stereo / DSD256 (1-bit, 11.2MHz), Stereo / DSD512 (1-bit, 22.4MHz), Stereo |
Output Level | Unbalanced 3.3Vrms / Balanced 6.3Vrms (Condition No Load) |
CPU | Octa-Core |
DAC | AKM AK4191 x2 (Dual Modulator) &AK4499EX x4 (Dual + Dual DAC) |
Decoding | Support up to 32-bit / 768kHz Bit-to-Bit Playback |
Input | USB Type-C input (for charging, PC & MAC) |
Outputs | Unbalanced Out (3.5mm) / Optical Out (3.5mm) / Balanced Out (2.5mm, only 4-pole supported / 4.4mm, only 5-pole supported) |
Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz) |
Bluetooth | V5.0 (A2DP, AVRCP, Qualcomm® aptX™ HD, LDAC) |
Dimensions | 3.24” (82.4mm) [W] x 5.48” (139.4mm) [H] x 0.72” (18.3mm) [D] |
Weight | About 17.39oz (493g) |
Feature Enhancements | Firmware upgrade supported (OTA: Over-The-Air) |
Audio Performance
Frequency Response | Condition 20Hz~20kHz: ±0.017dB Unbalanced / ±0.021dB Balanced Condition 20Hz~70kHz: ±0.022dB Unbalanced / ±0.031dB Balanced |
Signal to Noise Ratio | 126dB @ 1kHz, Unbalanced / 130dB @ 1kHz, Balanced |
Crosstalk | -136dB @ 1kHz, Unbalanced / -145dB @ 1kHz, Balanced |
THD+N | 0.0006% @ 1kHz, Unbalanced / 0.0004% @ 1kHz, Balanced |
IMD SMPTE | 0.0007%, 800Hz 10kHz (4:1) Unbalanced / Balanced |
Output Impedance | 3.5mm (0.7ohm), 2.5mm (1.7ohm), 4.4mm (1.6ohm) |
Clock Source
Clock Jitter | 25ps (Typ) |
Reference Clock Jitter | 200 Femto Seconds |
Battery
Capacity | 5,050mAh 3.8V Li-Polymer Battery |
Playback Time | About 10 hours (Standard: FLAC, 16-bit/44.1kHz, Vol. 80, LCD off) |
Charge Time | About 3.5 hours (QC 3.0 Charging) |
Memory
Built-In Memory | 256GB [NAND] |
External Memory | microSD (Max. 1TB) x 1 |
Operating System
Supported OS | Windows 10, 11 (32/64 bit), MAC OS X 10.7 and up |
Brand | Astell&Kern |
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Country | South Korea |
Enclosure Material | |
Colour | |
Display | 5inch (720 x 1,280) Touchscreen |
DAC | AKM AK4499EQ x2 (Dual DAC) |
Continuous Playback Time | Up to 12 hours (Standard – MUSIC: FLAC, 16-bit/44kHz, Volume 75, LCD Off) |
Built-in Memory | 512GB [NAND] |
External Memory | microSD (Max 1TB) x1 |
Streaming | Native TIDAL, Install Apps |
Product Weight | 493g |
Dimensions | 75.8 mm [W] x 132 mm [H] x 16.2 mm [D] |
Google Product Name | Astell&Kern SP2000 |
What Is Included
- Package contents include:
- A&ultima SP3000 Device x 1
- Leather Case, Green x 1
- USB Type-C Cable x 1
- Quick Start Guide x 1
- Warranty Card x 1
- microSD card slot cover x 2
- Protective Film (Front x 2, Back x 2, Top x 2)
- Suede Cloth x 1
- Postcard x 1
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