Astell & Kern SP3000 DAP Music Player

Indulge in the epitome of luxury and innovation with the SP3000 by Astell&Kern. Representing the culmination of over a decade of digital music processing expertise, the A&ultima SP3000 stands as the latest flagship offering, setting new standards in audio perfection. As the world's inaugural Digital Audio Player (DAP) with independent Dual Audio Circuitry and featuring the cutting-edge DAC with HEXA-Audio Circuitry structure, the SP3000 incorporates top-tier audio technologies and premium materials, delivering an unparalleled sonic experience. Immerse yourself in the next generation of audio excellence with the A&ultima SP3000, the pinnacle of audio players.

Unprecedented Material Luxury: World's First Use of Stainless Steel 904L for DAP Body Material Striving to provide unparalleled value through innovative design and craftsmanship, the SP3000 employs 904L stainless steel—a material never before used in portable audio players. Despite its challenging processing requirements, this material elevates the SP3000 from a mere digital device to a luxury artifact. Renowned for its exceptional durability and corrosion resistance, 904L stainless steel, often found in high-end watches, maintains an irreplaceable luster. Experience the uncompromising beauty and luxury of the SP3000, a testament to Astell&Kern's seasoned craftsmanship.

TERATON ALPHA 

Astell&Kern's Pinnacle Audio Technology To create an audio player of unprecedented caliber, the SP3000 integrates not only the latest DAC and technology but also Astell&Kern's innovative TERATON ALPHA audio technology. Refined specifically for the SP3000, TERATON ALPHA is a unique solution designed to produce audio playback closely mirroring the original sound. This technology, achieved through effective power noise removal, efficient power management, and steadfast amplification, combines seamlessly with the HEXA-Audio Circuitry structure and independent dual audio circuit, producing a sound quality that embodies the purest essence of the original recording.

AKM's Flagship DAC - Unparalleled Separation of Digital and Analog Signals Collaborating with AKM from the initial development stage, Astell&Kern brings you the world's first application of four AK4499EX DACs—the latest flagship from AKM—in the SP3000. The groundbreaking HEXA-Audio Circuitry structure, featuring two separate digital signal processing AK4191EQs, achieves the complete separation of digital and analog signal processing. Unlike most digital players that process both signals within the DAC, the SP3000's unique design maximizes the Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR), providing an unmatched level of sound quality.

Silver Plated Shield Can for Superior Audio Performance To prevent various noise and electromagnetic interference from impacting the audio block, the SP3000 employs a shield can. Taking it a step further, the device applies highly conductive, high-purity silver to the existing shield can, physically segregating digital and analog signals for excellent audio performance and perfect shielding.

Stunning Audio Performance with Independent Dual Audio Circuit Going beyond conventional Digital Audio Players (DAPs), the SP3000 pioneers an independent dual audio circuit with a HEXA-Audio Circuitry structure, featuring both unbalanced and balanced outputs. Departing from the typical use of an internal DAC for both outputs, Astell&Kern's engineers devised an innovative solution, resulting in the SP3000's outstanding Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) of 130dB—the best in its class. Revel in the pure delicacy of sound, a quality unparalleled by any other DAP.

Unmatched Processing Power - Snapdragon Octa-Core CPU Powered by a Snapdragon 6125 Octa-core processor, the A&ultima SP3000 ensures a breathtaking sound experience, swift system response, and a revamped user interface that moves seamlessly. With an upgraded 8GB of DDR4 memory and an efficient single-system-on-a-chip (SoC) design, the SP3000 guarantees stable performance and fluid navigation. The unique configuration enhances overall circuit efficiency, providing more space for audio-only circuitry and reducing heat and noise from digital circuits.

Heightened Music Experience - New Graphic User Interface Boasting a new UX/UI, the SP3000 focuses on the process and experience of listening to music. The redesigned theme emphasizes rediscovering forgotten songs, allowing quick navigation through music categories with simple gestures. Additional features include a search function and album art display, enhancing both music enjoyment and device operation. The Crimson theme, a highlight of the new UI, prioritizes usability and intuitiveness with a style unique to Astell&Kern, featuring black and red theme colors to reduce eye fatigue and maximize battery usage.

Customizable Sound with DAC Filters Delve into sound customization with the SP3000's DAC filters, offering six different options. Tailor your audio experience to suit your preferences and create a personalized sound style.

Digital Audio Remaster Technology - Elevating Original Sound Equipped with Digital Audio Remaster (DAR) technology, the SP3000 delivers refined sound at higher sample rates. DAR technology upsamples the sound source's sample rate, surpassing the limits of the source format. This high sample rate enhances playback, offering delicate and analog-like original sound. Immerse yourself in the richness of the original sound, capturing subtle nuances and rich tones at an elevated level.

Crossfeed for Comfortable Headphone Listening In headphone environments with distinct left and right channel separation, prolonged listening may lead to ear fatigue. Activate Crossfeed on the SP3000 to experience crisp yet comfortable sound. This feature mixes parts of the original signal from one channel, sending it to the opposite channel with a time difference, centering the sound image. Customize crossfeed settings such as Shelf Cutoff, Shelf Gain, and Mixer Level according to your listening preferences.

Real-Time Information with LED Volume Wheel The SP3000 features an LED volume wheel displaying various playback information, including volume level and track bit-rate. Stay informed in real-time as you revel in your music.

5.46-Inch Full HD Display for Enhanced Convenience Enjoy a more convenient and comfortable experience with the SP3000's wide 5.46-inch Full HD display. Immerse yourself in a visual feast that complements the exceptional audio performance.

AK File Drop - Effortless Wireless Transfers Simplify file transfers with the new AK File Drop function on the SP3000. Effortlessly transfer files wirelessly via PC, smartphone, or FTP program on the same network. Manage your music files with a cable-free, wireless solution.

QC 3.0 Fast Charging - Efficient Battery Charging Supporting Qualcomm QC 3.0 fast charging, the SP3000 ensures faster and more efficient DAP charging compared to previous models. Achieve a full charge in approximately 3.5 hours.

Wireless Hi-Fi Sound Through BT Sink

The SP3000 introduces the BT Sink function, connecting to an external device via Bluetooth, similar to pairing a smartphone with a BT speaker. Enjoy high-quality playback of music from an external device, such as a smartphone, through the SP3000's BT Sink function.

ReplayGain for Seamless Playlist Enjoyment Seamlessly enjoy your playlists with the SP3000's ReplayGain feature, which adjusts sound sources with different volumes to an identical level. Now, your playlists flow seamlessly on the SP3000.

*ReplayGain supports up to 24-bit/192kHz sound sources.

Supports Native DSD512, 32bit/768kHz