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  • Astell&Kern SP3000M

Astell&Kern SP3000M

High-end Digital Audio Player

  • The successor to the SP3000’s global, top-notch audio performance
  • Lightweight and portable, anywhere and at any time TERATON ALPHA Sound Solution, the essence of AK’s audio technology
  • Complete Separation of Digital and Analog Signals in a HEXA Structure
  • Equipped with proven independent dual audio circuits
  • High-performance Qualcomm Snapdragon 6125 CPU
  • Analog Sensitivity VU Meter
Regular price $3,863.00
Sale price $3,863.00 Regular price
Unit price
Tax Included for UK Customers.
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  • Estimated Delivery:Dec 25 - Dec 29

Astell&Kern SP3000M

Astell&Kern SP3000M

Regular price $3,863.00
Sale price $3,863.00 Regular price
Unit price

Compact Size, Limitless Sound

The A&ultima series continues to present advanced and innovative technology and the standard of perfect sound.
We renewed our commitment to this goal and began to delve deep into the concept of true portability with unrivaled performance and unmatched sound performance.

The innovative Hexa audio structure separates digital and analog signal processing and independent dual audio circuit for unrivaled audio performance SP3000M offers all these features in its lighter, compact design allowing you to enjoy incredibly vivid sounds you will not experience anywhere else.

The “M” in SP3000M represents the diverse features that we offer in the player.

  • The successor to the SP3000’s global, top-notch audio performance
  • Lightweight and portable, anywhere and at any time
  • TERATON ALPHA Sound Solution, the essence of AK’s audio technology
  • Complete Separation of Digital and Analog Signals in a HEXA Structure
  • Equipped with proven independent dual audio circuits
  • High-performance Qualcomm Snapdragon 6125 CPU
  • Analog Sensitivity VU Meter

Complete Separation of Digital and Analog Signals in a HEXA Structure

We equipped the SP3000M with the same innovative Hexa audio circuit design first found in the SP3000, that has four of AKM’s flagship AK4499EX DACs and two separate AK4191EQ chips that handle digital signals. Thanks to this technology, you can enjoy amazingly vivid sounds only Astell&Kern can create.

Silver Plated Shield Can

A shield can is applied to prevent various noise and electromagnetic interference from affecting the audio block.
The SP3000M takes it a step further to achieve excellent audio performance and perfect shielding by applying highly conductive, high-purity silver on the existing shield can, and physically separating digital and analog signals.

Stunning Audio Performance with Independent Dual Audio Circuits

In order to create a truly innovative DAP, not just a great DAP, we tried to overcome the limitations of sound by envisioning an independent dual audio circuit that has never been attempted by anyone featuring a HEXA structure with unbalanced and balanced outputs.

Almost all other DAPs, including Astell&Kern, use an internal DAC for both unbalanced and balanced outputs. Since the signal from the DAC is divided into unbalanced and balanced then delivered to the AMP, an Audio Switch is essential. However, when using a switch, there is a limit to the range that can receive the signal sent by the DAC, so most DAPs reduce the signal size first and then when the signal is transmitted back to the amplifier, it is necessary to restore the original signal size. This causes a limitation in improving the audio performance.

To overcome the limitations, our engineers designed a HEXA structure using two AK4191EQs and four AK4499EXs, creating an innovative unbalanced and balanced independent dual audio circuit design. As a result, the SP3000M achieves a SNR of 130dB, the best of any DAP available. You can feel the clean, pure delicacy of sound with the SP3000M that you can't experience in any other DAP.

Sound Design With DAC Filters

With the SP3000M, you can have fun creating your own sound style by selecting various DAC filters provided by the DAC manufacturer. Design your own sound with 6 different DAC filters.

Sound Type
 
Impulse Response
 
Filter name
 
Remarks
 
Edge
  • Natural TonewaveSuper Slow Roll-offNo echo reproduces
    natural sound    Ultra-Sharp
  • Acoustic TonewaveShort Delay Slow Roll-offMinimal echo reproduces
    original sound    Sharp
  • Traditional TonewaveSlow Roll-offMinimal echo reproduces
    original sound    Middle
  • Harmonic SoundwaveLow dispersionShort echo reproduces
    original sound    Middle
  • Acoustic SoundwaveShort Delay Sharp Roll-offPost echo enhances
    bass sound    Sharp
  • Traditional SoundwaveSharp Roll-offPre and post echoes make
    powerful sound    Slow

Streaming and AK Connect Network Play — Designed for Convenience

Astell&Kern's audio players are seamlessly integrated with external streaming apps through the Open App Service. Enjoy high-quality streaming from platforms like Tidal and Apple Music with the unparalleled fidelity of the SP3000M.

With AK Connect, our network play feature, you can easily access and play/download music from PCs and devices connected to the same network as the SP3000Min real-time.

High-Quality Wireless Hi-Fi Sound with BT Sink

BT Sink allows you to connect the SP3000M to external devices such as smartphones and PCs via Bluetooth.Transmit sound from an external device directly to the SP3000M with just one pairing. Enjoy superior sound quality with support for high-quality codecs such as LDAC and AptX.

Elevate your listening experience with seamless wireless connectivity through BT Sink.

Supports Native DSD512, 32bit/768kHz

SP3000M supports Native DSD512 and up to 32bit/768kHz with Astell&Kern’s excellent audio technology, allowing you to fully enjoy your favorite music.

QC 3.0 Fast Charging Supported

The SP3000M supports Qualcomm QC 3.0 fast charging, so you can charge your DAP faster and more efficiently than previous models, reaching a full charge in about 3.5 hours.

AK File Drop to enjoy wireless transfers

SP3000M supports Native DSD512 and up to 32bit/768kHz with Astell&Kern’s excellent audio technology, allowing you to fully enjoy your favorite music.

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ReplayGain Automatically and Uniformly Adjusts Playback Volume

ReplayGain, which adjusts sound sources with different volumes to an identical level, has been applied. Now, enjoy your own playlists seamlessly through the ReplayGain feature on SP3000M.
* ReplayGain supports up to 24-bit/192 kHz sound sources.

Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz)

SP3000M offers Dual Band Wi-Fi (2.4/5 Ghz), providing enhanced network performance to enjoy Hi-Fi music through various streaming services.

Technical Details

  • SP3000M

  • Black

  • Aluminum

  • 4.1inch HD 720 x 1280 touch screen

  • WAV, FLAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE, AAC, ALAC, AIFF, DFF, DSF

  • 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

  • Unbalanced 3.3Vrms │ Balanced 6.3Vrms (Condition No Load)

  • Octa-core

  • AKM AK4191EQ x2 & AK4499EX x4

  • Support up to 32bit / 768kHz playback

  • USB Type-C input (for charging & PC & MAC)

  • Unbalanced Out (3.5mm), Balanced Out 4.4m (only 5-pole supported)

  • 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz)

  • V5.0 (A2DP, AVRCP, Qualcomm® aptX™ HD, LDAC, LHDC)

  • 2.72” (69.1mm)[W] x 4.70” (119.6mm)[H] x 0.74” (18.8mm)[D]

  • Aluminum about 8.36oz (237g)

  • Firmware upgrade supported (OTA)

  • 0℃ ~ + 40℃ (32℉~ 104℉)

Audio Specifications

  • ±0.020dB (Condition : 20Hz~20kHz) Unbalanced │ ±0.025dB (Condition : 20Hz~20kHz) Balanced
    ±0.032dB (Condition : 20Hz~70kHz) Unbalanced │ ±0.025dB (Condition : 20Hz~70kHz) Balanced

  • 126dB @ 1kHz, Unbalanced │ 130dB @ 1kHz, Balanced

  • -140dB @ 1kHz, Unbalanced │ -144dB @ 1kHz, Balanced

  • 0.0005% @ 1kHz, Unbalanced │ 0.0003% @ 1kHz, Balanced

  • 0.0004% 800Hz 10kHz (4:1) Unbalanced │Balanced

  • Unbalanced Out 3.5mm (0.6ohm) │ Balanced Out 4.4mm(1.2ohm)

Other Details

  • 25pS (Typ)

  • 256GB [NAND]

  • microSD x1 (Max. 1.5TB)

  • 4,200mAh 3.8V Li-Polymer

  • about 3.5hours (QC3.0 Charging)

  • About 10hours (Standard : FLAC, 16bit, 44.1kHz, Vol.80, LCD Off)

  • Windows 10,11(32/64bit) MAC OS X 10.7

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Astell&Kern SP3000M

High-end Digital Audio Player

  • The successor to the SP3000’s global, top-notch audio performance
  • Lightweight and portable, anywhere and at any time TERATON ALPHA Sound Solution, the essence of AK’s audio technology
  • Complete Separation of Digital and Analog Signals in a HEXA Structure
  • Equipped with proven independent dual audio circuits
  • High-performance Qualcomm Snapdragon 6125 CPU
  • Analog Sensitivity VU Meter
Regular price $3,863.00
Sale price $3,863.00 Regular price
Unit price
Tax Included for UK Customers.
International Customers will incur local taxes and duty charges. Read More.

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