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Astell&Kern's HC2 DAC amplifier was born out of the realization that as headphone ports disappear on smartphones, it is becoming increasingly difficult to use wired headphones that deliver high-quality sound.
32 bit / 384 kHz DAC amplifier
Astell&Kern' s HC2 DAC amplifier was born out of the realization that as headphone ports disappear on smartphones, it's becoming increasingly difficult to use wired headphones that deliver high-quality sound. You music lovers know the limitations of wireless transmission and slow response speeds. If you want to enjoy true high quality Hi-Fi sound rather than what is currently delivered by the wireless standards of smartphones and built-in sound cards in your computers, you will definitely be convinced by the HC2 fromAstell&Kern.
The Astell&Kern HC2 USB-C DAC amplifier includes 2 Cirrus Logic CS43198 DACs. It offers native DSD256 and 32-bit/384 kHz support for high-quality audio files.
With its compact size and uncompromising performance, the HC2 makes it easy to enjoy true Hi-Fi sound. Astell&Kern has packed all its technology and know-how into this small device.
Astell&Kern has used ultra-small, custom-made tantalum and micro-resistors that help create astable system with real audio performance. This audio performance is enhanced by Astell&Kern's unique technology while minimising power consumption. This allows you to enjoy original sound without distortion, even when using high-impedance headphones or sensitive earphones.
Finally, the HC2 uses a 4.4mm balanced output, which unlike the previous model used a 3.5mm unbalanced output, allowing you to make optimal use of a wider variety of audio sources.This allows you to optimally use a wider variety of headphones and earphones designed for Hi-Fi sound with a small USB DAC.
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General information |
Product name |
Astell&Kern HC2 |
Brand |
Astell&Kern | |
Model |
AK HC 2 | |
Specifications |
USB |
Yes |
Headphone amplifier |
Yes | |
Signal-to-noise ratio |
122 dB | |
Autonomous |
Yes | |
Physical characteristics |
Material |
Aluminum |
Width |
12 mm | |
Height |
21 mm | |
Depth |
6.5 mm | |
Weight |
29 g | |
Warranties |
Commercial warranty |
Seller 3 years |
Legal warranty |
See terms & conditions |
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Product referenced on 30 Sep 2022
I'm very pleased with the service and the quality of the product.
I'm very pleased with the service and the quality of the product.
I've been using it for a while now, but I didn't see that the jack on the dac is 4.4mm.
I'm looking for a 4.4mm TRRRS to 3.5mm jack adapter which is not available on the site.
