Astell&Kern - A&ultima SP3000M
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Why Astell&Kern is Special
Designed in Korea
Established & Reputed
Trust us, our reputation in the audio world speaks for itself!
This headphone or gear comes from a well-respected brand known for its high-quality audio equipment, so you can be confident in your purchase.
If you see a product marked as “🎖️ Established & Reputed”, it means you're getting a top-tier device from a brand that's earned its stripes in the audio industry.
Revered by Audiophiles
Audiophiles can be really picky and tough to impress and if the audiophile community says something sounds good, you can bet it's great!
This headphone or gear has gained recognition and admiration from audiophiles, who are known for their discerning taste in high-fidelity audio. They appreciate its precision, attention to detail and its ability to deliver an immersive sonic experience.
If you see a product marked as "🙌🏻 Revered by Audiophiles", it means that it meets the highest standards of sound quality and performance, making it a top choice for anyone who values exceptional audio experiences.
Born in 2004
Why we love this DAP
I Am Worth It
Only for the most passionate and discerning audiophiles who want the very best.
Audiophiles desire class-defining products that not only meet their needs but truly blows their expectation in quality and performance.
If you see a product marked with “👑 I Am Worth It," rest assured that it's a timeless investment. Its value cannot be measured with ordinary benchmarks and is an indulgence only for a select few.
Serious Audiophiles Only
Diving deeper into exploring the hobby is never enough.
If you're an audiophile on a hunt for a device that meets your high standards, this is one such headphone or gear designed for discerning audiophiles like you in mind.
If you see a product marked with “🦈 Serious Audiophiles Only" we assure you that this device can match your depth of knowledge and expertise to take your passion for audio to the next level.
Use Wirelessly with Bluetooth
Enjoy the convenience of seamless wireless connectivity
This headphone or gear indicates that the product supports wireless connectivity via Bluetooth, freeing you from the tangles of cords and cables.
If you see products marked as “✂️ Use Wirelessly with Bluetooth”, enjoy the freedom to stream music, make calls, and more, all without being tethered to your device, giving you the flexibility to move around and multitask with ease.
Battery Life
No need to be connected to the power socket with these devices.
This headphone or gear promises long-lasting battery performance, ensuring your device keeps up with your adventures without missing a beat.
If you see products marked as “⏳ Battery Life”, be rest assured that you'll enjoy extended usage time, whether it's for uninterrupted music playback, extended gaming sessions, or all-day productivity, keeping you powered up throughout your day.
Battery Capacity
Power that keeps your music going.
This headphone or gear has ample battery capacity, promising you plenty of juice to power through your day with gusto.
If you see products marked as “🔋 Battery Capacity”, rejoice in the knowledge that your device is equipped with a robust battery, providing you with extended usage time and reducing the frequency of recharges, so you can focus on your favourite tracks.
Storage
Storage is important. Even in this era of streaming music, you’d want to make sure you have enough space to store your amazing collection of music on your player. Imagine a long flight, it’s your offline files you’re going to be listening to.
Keeping your entire collection of Hi-Resolution music in one place is the most convenient way of carrying your music library. However, Hi-Resolution files are heavy. Most songs in a FLAC format can be about 100mb per track. So more space is always better.
Most players support both internal storage and expandable storage via an external memory card. Make sure you check both - the internal memory on players, and consider the maximum supported size of the expandable storage. It’s best to keep your library of offline files in expandable storage and use the internal storage for saving files from streaming apps.
At the time of writing this article, MicroSD cards for 256 GB were easily available and affordable for less than Rs. 2000. Higher capacity cards are also available, but that seems to be the sweet spot.
Built like a Tank
No need to worry about durability.
If you're seeking a headphone or gear with a strong, rugged build, this snapshot indicates that this is the one for you.
If you see a product marked with “🪖 Built like a Tank", it means this product is crafted with metal in its design, ensuring exceptional robustness and durability.
Why it Sounds Amazing
DAC Chip
Know the secret to your pristine audio.
This headphone or gear reveals the secret sauce behind superior audio quality, highlighting the presence of a high-performance DAC chip for pristine sound reproduction.
If you see products marked as “⚙️ DAC Chip”, expect to experience your music with unparalleled clarity, detail, and fidelity, ensuring that every note and nuance is faithfully reproduced for your listening pleasure.
Power Output
When you need that juice to get the best out of your products.
This headphone or gear packs a punch, revealing the product's impressive power output capabilities, ensuring it can handle even the most demanding products with ease.
If you see products marked as “🚀 Power Output”, you're in for a treat with robust performance for driving high-fidelity products without breaking a sweat.
Balanced Output
Upgrading from single-ended to balanced can be the easiest way to improve your sound.
This DAC, Amp or Hi-Res player offers a balanced output, ensuring pristine audio quality with minimised interference and enhanced clarity for your listening pleasure.
If you see a product marked as "⚖️ Balanced Output”, get ready for a symphony of crystal-clear tunes, free from any unwanted noise drama!
Sampling Rate And Bit Depth
Ever wonder how those ones and zeros on your computer magically transform into the rich melodies that fill your room?
The secret lies in a tiny device called a Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC). Think of it as a translator, taking the digital code of your music and meticulously sculpting it back into a smooth, analog wave that your speakers can understand. But just like a sculptor needs the right tools, achieving audio nirvana with a DAC depends on two key factors: sampling rate and bit depth.
Sampling Rate:
Imagine your favourite song as a complex rollercoaster track. The sampling rate refers to how often the DAC takes measurements of this digital track, measured in kHz (kilohertz) or thousands of times per second. A higher sampling rate, like 96 kHz, is like taking a ton of pictures of the track, capturing every twist and turn with incredible detail. Lower rates, like the standard 44.1 kHz used in CDs, are like taking snapshots at a theme park – fun, but you might miss some of the subtler details that make the ride truly exhilarating.
Bit Depth:
Now, think about the sculptor's tools. Bit depth refers to the precision of each measurement the DAC takes. Imagine the number of colours available to the sculptor. With higher bit depth (e.g., 24 bits compared to 16 bits), each measurement can capture a wider range of values. This allows the DAC to recreate subtler variations in the sound wave, resulting in richer and more nuanced audio. It's like having a broader colour palette for building a more detailed and lifelike sculpture of the sound.
Astell&Kern Introduces The All-New SP3000M - A Hi-Res Portable Audio Player
Volume Control
Astell&Kern SP3000M features a volume knob to adjust the volume.
Dual Headphone Output
Astell&Kern SP3000M is equipped with single ended 3.5mm and balanced 4.4mm termination to connect with various devices.
Meticulous Design
Astell&Kern SP3000M is meticulously designed with an aluminium black body featuring unique cross patterns engraved on the glass surface for impeccable aesthetics.
All You Need To Know About The Astell&Kern A&ultima SP3000M
Balanced Out 4.4mm (Only 5-Pole Supported)
DSD : DSD64(1bit 2.8MHz), Stereo / DSD128(1bit 5.6MHz), Stereo / DSD256(1bit 11.2MHz), Stereo DSD512(1bit, 22.4MHz), Stereo
Charge Time: about 3.5hours (QC3.0 Charging)
Playback Time: about 10hours (Standard : FLAC, 16bit, 44.1kHz, Vol.80, LCD Off, Low Gain)
±0.032dB (Condition : 20Hz~70kHz) Unbalanced
±0.025dB (Condition : 20Hz~20kHz) Balanced
±0.025dB (Condition : 20Hz~70kHz) Balanced
S/N: 126dB @ 1kHz, Unbalanced │ 130dB @ 1kHz, Balanced
Crosstalk: -140dB @ 1kHz, Unbalanced │ -144dB @ 1kHz, Balanced
THD+N: 0.0005% @ 1kHz, Unbalanced │ 0.0003% @ 1kHz, Balanced
IMD SMPTE: 0.0004% 800Hz 10kHz (4:1) Unbalanced │Balanced
Output Impedance: Unbalanced Out 3.5mm (0.6ohm) │ Balanced Out 4.4mm(1.2ohm)
* Audio spec is measured at low gain
* Auto mute is not used when measuring audio quality
External Memory: microSD x1 (Max. 1.5TB)
Reference Clock Jitter: 200 Femto Seconds
Body Material : Aluminum
Display: 4.1inch HD 720 x 1280 Touch Screen
Dimensions: 2.72” (69.1mm)[W] x 4.70” (119.6mm)[H] x 0.74” (18.8mm)[D]
Weight: Aluminum about 8.36oz (237g)
Other Details
Generic Name | Digital Audio Player |
Importer Details | Importers Name: Ferrari Video Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020 Contact No: 044-24420733 |
Net Quantity | 1 |
Manufacturer Details | Name: Dreamus Company Address: 18-gil 5, Bangbaero, Seocho-Gu, Seoul, Korea 06664 |
Package Contents | Astell&Kern A&ultima SP3000M |
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Astell&Kern - A&ultima SP3000M comes with a 1 Year warranty
from Astell&Kern that covers manufacturing defects.
All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.
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2.5mm (Balanced Output)
4.4mm (Balanced Output)
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4.4mm (Balanced Output)
Upto 6.3Vrms
Upto 6.3 Vrms
Upto 1120mW @ 32 Ohms
Battery life: Upto 10 Hours
Battery Capacity: 4200mAh
Battery life: Upto 10 Hours
Battery Capacity: 5050mAh
Battery life: Upto 18 Hours
Battery Capacity: 8350mAh
Upto 1.5 TB of Storage
Upto 1 TB of Storage
256 GB of Internal Storage
USB-C & Bluetooth
USB-C
Bluetooth
USB-C & Bluetooth
PCM : 8kHz ~ 768kHz (8/16/24/32bits per Sample)
DSD : DSD64(1bit 2.8MHz), Stereo / DSD128(1bit 5.6MHz), Stereo / DSD256(1bit 11.2MHz), Stereo DSD512(1bit, 22.4MHz), Stereo
PCM: 8kHz~ 768kHz (8/16/24/32bits per Sample)
DSD Native: DSD64(1bit 2.8MHz), Stereo / DSD128(1bit 5.6MHz)
Stereo/DSD256(1bit 11.2MHz), DSD512(1bit, 22.4MHz) Stereo
32 Bit/768kHz & DSD 512
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