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ICICI Bank
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Low Cost EMI
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Low Cost EMI
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₹ 6,130
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15.99%
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HDFC Bank
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Low Cost EMI
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Low Cost EMI
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Citi Bank
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Standard Chartered Bank
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Why Cayin is Special
Designed in China
Established & Reputed
Trust us, our reputation speaks for itself 🏆!
I believe that when a brand has decades of proven excellence, you can invest with confidence knowing your purchase is backed by years of audio engineering expertise. These products come from manufacturers with extensive histories of innovation and unwavering commitment to sonic excellence. Think of them like luxury watch brands - their reputation has been earned through decades of consistent quality and innovation.
With their extensive history of innovation and countless satisfied customers worldwide, you can be confident your investment is backed by proven audio engineering expertise and industry leadership 📈.
When you see "🎖️ Established & Reputed" products, expect time-tested excellence from manufacturers who've consistently demonstrated mastery in audio engineering for generations.
Revered by Audiophiles
Audiophiles can be really picky 😤, and if the audiophile community says something sounds good, you can bet it's exceptional! I believe that earning audiophile reverence is like getting a standing ovation from music critics - it doesn't happen unless you've truly achieved something special. This audio gear has earned widespread acclaim from audiophiles worldwide, a community renowned for exacting standards and unwavering commitment to high-fidelity reproduction.
These discerning enthusiasts particularly value its extraordinary precision in sound reproduction and remarkable capability to create thoroughly immersive listening experiences. The audiophile community's endorsement carries significant weight because of their extensive experience with high-end equipment 🏆.
When you see "🙌🏻 Revered by Audiophiles" products, expect audiophile-grade excellence that satisfies even the most demanding listeners and consistently exceeds the highest standards.
Born in 1993
Why we love this DAP
Premium Economy
Sensible spending meets sophisticated quality in perfect harmony 💫.
I tend to describe premium economy products as finding that sweet spot where exceptional value meets refined performance. Think of it like business class comfort at economy prices - you're getting significantly more than what you paid for. These headphones deliver a refined listening experience that rivals more expensive alternatives, making them an intelligent choice for discerning listeners who appreciate both value and excellence.
This thoughtfully curated selection demonstrates our commitment to bringing you outstanding sound quality and robust construction without requiring a significant financial investment. Each product has been meticulously evaluated to ensure it delivers performance characteristics typically associated with higher price brackets.
When you see "💎 Premium Economy" products, expect refined audio experiences that bridge the gap between entry-level and high-end offerings, delivering impressive clarity and features at accessible price points.
Serious Audiophiles Only
For those who have ventured deep into high-fidelity audio 🎯, the pursuit of sonic excellence becomes an endless journey of discovery and refinement. I believe that serious audiophiles demand equipment that can satisfy the most exacting standards and deliver performance that pushes boundaries. These products represent the pinnacle of acoustic engineering, incorporating advanced technologies and meticulous craftsmanship that enable them to reproduce music with utmost fidelity.
Each product has undergone rigorous evaluation to ensure it delivers exceptional performance that discerning listeners demand, from precise frequency response to impeccable detail retrieval and sophisticated sound staging. These devices incorporate premium components and engineering excellence that justify their position at the apex of audio performance.
When you encounter "🦈 Serious Audiophiles Only" products, expect uncompromising performance that satisfies the most demanding requirements and elevates critical listening to new heights.
For Audiophiles at Home
I’ve always loved the ritual of coming home, settling into my favourite chair, and firing up a dedicated setup. Gear labelled For Audiophiles at Home is made for those moments — when you can really sit back and appreciate music in its purest form 🛋️. These products tend to be more powerful, larger, and often require wall power — perfect for a stationary rig.
Here’s the trade-off: these setups often involve external DACs, amps, or full-size headphones, which means more space, more power, but also more immersive listening. They shine when used in quiet environments, where detail, depth, and dynamics can truly be appreciated.
When you see '🏠 For Audiophiles at Home' products, expect: exceptional fidelity, stronger output, and the kind of soundstage that makes you never want to leave your listening chair.
Use Wirelessly with Bluetooth
I tend to describe Bluetooth audio as wireless freedom with fewer strings attached — literally. When you see Use Wirelessly with Bluetooth, it means you can pair your headphones or IEMs with phones, laptops, or even TVs — all without reaching for a cable 🎶. It’s convenient, clutter-free, and great for everyday listening.
What’s happening behind the scenes is your gear is using Bluetooth codecs like SBC, AAC, LDAC, or aptX to compress and transmit your music wirelessly. Better codecs mean higher quality and lower latency. Of course, there’s a trade-off — Bluetooth won’t match the quality of wired gear, but today’s advancements have made the gap much smaller than before.
When you see '✂️ Use Wirelessly with Bluetooth' products, expect: tangle-free convenience and solid sound quality — great for commuting, workouts, or casual listening.
Storage
I tend to think of this like carrying your entire music library in your pocket — no cloud, no streaming, no internet required 📀. When you see “Up to 2TB Storage,” you’re looking at gear that lets you store thousands of high-res tracks, albums, and even DSD files offline, ready to play anytime.
Now, here’s what’s actually happening: the device features a microSD card slot that supports cards up to 2TB — that’s a massive amount of local storage. This is especially valuable for portable audio players and offline listeners who prefer to carry their music in the highest quality formats without compromising space. No buffering, no compression — just direct access to your favourite files.
When you see '🐘 Upto 2 TB Storage' products, expect: vast offline music access — perfect for DAP lovers, lossless audio fans, or travel-heavy audiophiles.
Built like a Tank
Durability concerns? Rest assured 💪.
I tend to describe these products as audio equipment that's built to survive anything you can throw at them. These headphones incorporate high-grade metal components and reinforced design elements that ensure they can handle demanding conditions while maintaining structural integrity. Think of them as the military-grade vehicles of the audio world - over-engineered for reliability and built to last decades, not just years.
The metal construction provides exceptional strength and longevity while contributing to a premium feel that serious audio enthusiasts appreciate. Whether you're a professional who needs reliable daily-use equipment or someone who values long-term investment in audio gear 🏗️.
When you encounter "🪖 Built like a Tank" products, expect unmatched robustness and durability you can count on for years of intensive use.
Connect With Cable
In my experience, there’s still nothing like the dependability of a wired connection when it comes to audio 🎧. I love describing it as the direct flight of music — no delays, no turbulence. When a product says “Connect with Cable,” it means you’re getting the most reliable signal path, with zero wireless compression and minimal interference.
Here’s what’s actually happening: a physical cable transmits uncompressed analog or digital signals directly from your source to your gear. This results in lower latency, no signal drops, and consistently better sound — especially when paired with a good DAC or amp. It’s ideal for critical listening, gaming, and professional use. The trade-off? You’re tethered — but for a lot of audiophiles, that’s a small price to pay for sonic purity.
When you see '🔗 Connect With Cable' products, expect: pure, uninterrupted sound quality that lets your gear perform at its full potential — perfect for focused, high-fidelity listening.
Why it Sounds Amazing
Power: 45W Toroidal Transformer
Cayin Introduces An All-new Digital Audio Streamer - The iDAP 8














Display Screen
Cayin iDAP 8 features a display screen that displays the playback details.
Volume Control
Cayin iDAP 8 embeds volume knob that allows you to control the volume conveniently.

Accessories to Get you Started
All You Need To Know About The Cayin iDAP-8
128GB Internal Storage;
2.5" SATA3.0 x1 (Upto 4TB) SD x1 (Upto 1TB);
External USB
2.4G/5G 5dBi High Gain
Pre Installed
Support 1000M/100M/10M
BTv5.0 + BR/EDR + BLE
Connector : HDMI Type A
(The Device Transmits I2S Signal With HDMI Connector, It Is Not Compatible With Standard HDMI Device)
PCM Output : 16Bit to 32Bit, 44.1kHz to 768kHz
DSD Output : DSD-64 to DSD512 (22.6MHz)
USB DAC OUT
Connector : USB Type-A
PCM Output : 16Bit to 32Bit, 44.1kHz to 768kHz
DSD Output : DSD-64 to DSD512 (22.6MHz)
AES/EBU
Connector : XLR Male
PCM Output : 16Bit to 24Bit, 44.1kHz to 192kHz
DSD Output : DoP64 (DSD Over PCM 2.82MHz)
COAXIAL
Connector : RCA, BNC
PCM Output : 16Bit to 24Bit, 44.1kHz to 192kHz
DSD Output : DoP64 (DSD Over PCM 2.82MHz)
OPTICAL
Connector : TOSLINK
PCM Output : 16Bit to 24Bit, 44.1kHz to 192kHz
DSD Output : DoP64 (DSD Over PCM 2.82MHz)
BLUETOOTH
BTv5.0
Transmit Codec : LDAC (Upto 96kHz), UAT (Upto 192kHz), AAC (Upto 48kHz), SBC (Upto 48kHz)
Receive Codec : LDAC (Upto 96kHz), UAT (Upto 192kHz), AAC (Upto 48kHz), SBC (Upto 48kHz)
DSD : DSF (1bit) : 2.8MHz-22.6MHz
DFF (1bit) : 2.8MHz-22.6MHz
SACD-ISO (1bit) : 2.8MHz
Remark : Native, DoP, D2P (PCM 88.2kHz)
Supports DST Encoded DFF And SACD-ISO
PCM :
WAV : (16bit - 32bit) : 32kHz - 768kHz
AIF/AIFF : (16bit - 32bit) : 32kHz - 768kHz
M4A (ALAC) : (16bit - 32bit) : 32kHz - 192kHz
FLAC : (16bit - 24bit) : 32kHz - 192kHz
APE (Fast) : (16bit - 24bit) : 32kHz - 768kHz
APE (Normal) : (16bit - 24bit) : 32kHz - 768kHz
APE (Extra High) : (16bit - 24bit) : 32kHz - 192kHz
APE (Insane) : (16bit - 24bit) : 32kHz - 192kHz
WMA Lossless : (16bit - 24bit) : 32kHz - 96kHz
WMA : (16bit - 24bit) : 32kHz - 96kHz
MP3 : (8bit - 16bit) : 32kHz - 48kHz
AAC : (8bit - 16bit) : 32kHz - 48kHz
OGG : (8bit - 16bit) : 32kHz - 48kHz
OPUS : (16bit) : 32kHz - 48kHz
Remark : Supports DTS Encoded WAV
Supports CUE And LRC
64kHz Sampling Not Supported
2. WiFi/ Bluetooth Antenna x1 Piece
3. Power Cord x1 Piece
4. Warranty Card x1 Copy
5. Replacement Fuss x2 Units
6. User Manual x1 Copy
Don't sweat it, this
Cayin - iDAP-8 comes with a 1 Year warranty
from Cayin that covers manufacturing defects.
All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.
Read more about Cayin's warranty in India.

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Check out the most common questions our customers ask. Still have questions? Talk to our Headphone Gurus.

What is the warranty period on the Cayin iDAC-8 and how do I claim warranty?
What storage options does the Cayin iDAC-8 offer?
128GB Internal Storage
SD Card Slot
USB Disk Support (Up to 1TB)
SATA 3.0 HDD/SSD Support (Up to 4TB, 2.5-inch drives)
What audio formats does the Cayin iDAC-8 support?
Does the Cayin iDAC-8 support online music streaming?
What digital output options are available?
I2S (HDMI)
USB Audio Output (USB-A)
S/PDIF Outputs (AES/EBU, BNC, RCA, Optical)
Does the Cayin iDAC-8 support network streaming?

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: Zhuhai Spark Electronic Equipment Co.,Ltd. Address: No.9 Lianfa Road Shuanglin Zone Liangang Industrial Park Zhuhai City Guangdong Province China, Postcode: 519045 |
Package Contents | Cayin IDAP-8 WiFi/ Bluetooth Antenna X1 Piece Power Cord X1 Piece Warranty Card X 1 Copy Replacement Fuss X2 UnitS, User Manual X1 Copy |
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