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  • Cayin ID6 - Silver

Cayin ID6

Desktop DAC/Amp/Streamer Audio System

  • Designed as a complete desktop audio center combining streaming, local music playback, USB DAC function, digital I/O, and more
  • Fully discrete balanced headphone amplifier with selectable Class A and Class AB operation
  • Android 14 streaming platform with Rockchip RK3576 processor and XMOS XU316 USB processing
  • Dual ES9082Q DACs in MONO mode for independent left- and right-channel decoding
  • Three selectable timbres: Classic Tube, Modern Tube, and Solid-State
  • Classic Tube emphasizes warmth, smoothness, and vocal intimacy
  • Modern Tube offers wider soundstage, greater definition, and tight, powerful bass
  • Solid-State prioritizes clarity, control, and detail retrieval
  • Combines classic 12AU7 dual-triode tubes with MOS-FET circuitry
  • Bit-perfect USB Audio and I²S support up to PCM 32-bit/768kHz and Native DSD512
  • Up to 4.0W + 4.0W into 16Ω through the balanced output
  • Operates as a DAC, line-level source, or volume-controlled preamplifier
  • Extensive digital input and output options with dedicated viewing window for the 12AU7 tubes
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Cayin ID6

Cayin ID6

Evolution

Tube Sound Reimagined

For more than three decades, vacuum-tube audio has been one of the defining strengths of Cayin. With the new ID6, we bring that experience into a modern all-in-one desktop platform that combines network streaming, high-resolution digital playback, DAC functionality, preamplifier and line outputs, and a powerful headphone amplifier in one compact chassis.

The ID6 is designed for listeners who want the flexibility of a modern streaming system without giving up the unmistakable musical character of tube amplification. Its three instantly switchable timbres, advanced Android platform, dual-mono ESS decoding, fully discrete balanced headphone stage, and broad digital connectivity make it a highly versatile centerpiece for both headphone and two-channel systems.

linearity and sonic purity

Product Positioning

The ID6 is designed as a complete desktop audio center, combining network streaming, local music playback, USB DAC functionality, digital I/O, line output, preamplifier output, and high-power headphone amplification in one compact chassis. It can serve as a complete headphone system, a digital source for an existing Hi-Fi setup, or the control center of a compact two-channel system.

Cayin tube heritage in a modern platform

Drawing on 33 years of vacuum-tube audio experience, the ID6 uses classic 12AU7 dual-triode tubes cascaded with MOS-FETs to create two distinct tube timbres, alongside a separate Solid-State timbre. This gives users three clearly differentiated sound presentations within one device.

Modern digital architecture

A customized Android 14 platform, Rockchip RK3576 processor, bit-perfect USB Audio and I²S paths, dual ES9082Q DACs operating in MONO mode, and XMOS XU316 USB processing form the core of the ID6 digital section, with support up to PCM 32-bit/768kHz and Native DSD512.

Built for both headphones and full systems

The four-channel fully balanced, fully discrete headphone amplifier supports Class A and Class AB operation and delivers up to 4.0W + 4.0W into 16Ω balanced. Balanced XLR and single-ended RCA line/preamp outputs, together with extensive digital connectivity, allow the ID6 to integrate into a wide range of desktop and two-channel systems.

Flexible library access and control

Dual-band Wi-Fi, wired Ethernet, Qualcomm QCC5125 Bluetooth, USB storage playback, a dedicated M.2 NVMe 2280 SSD bay, a 6-inch FHD+ touch display, real-time spectrum and VU-meter visualization, and Cayin Control App support make the ID6 suitable for both streaming-focused and locally stored music libraries.

Three selectable timbres

Classic Tube, Modern Tube, and Solid-State are integrated into one platform. Classic Tube emphasizes warmth, smoothness, and vocal intimacy; Modern Tube expands the soundstage with stronger definition and tight, powerful bass; Solid-State focuses on precision, composure, and maximum detail retrieval.

12AU7 tube architecture

Classic 12AU7 dual-triode tubes are cascaded with MOS-FETs to create the two tube timbres. A dedicated tube viewing window brings the warm filament glow into the visual design and reinforces Cayin’s tube heritage.

Full-Size Audio System

Connectivity and System Integration

The ID6 is built to serve as the central hub of a desktop or full-size audio system. In addition to headphone playback, it can operate as a DAC, line-level source, or volume-controlled preamplifier and provides extensive digital input and output options.

  • Balanced XLR line / preamp output and single-ended RCA line / preamp output
  • HDMI I²S-LVDS digital output
  • Coaxial and optical digital inputs and outputs
  • USB DAC input
  • HDMI ARC multimedia input
  • USB 3.0 OTG / external storage / PC transfer
  • Dual USB HOST ports for storage / USB Audio output
  • Wired Ethernet plus separate Wi-Fi and Bluetooth antenna terminals

Specifications

Headphone Output

  • Solid-State: 2.6W+2.6W @32Ω, 4.0W+4.0W @16Ω
    Tube: 2.6W+2.6W @32Ω, 4.0W+4.0W @16Ω

  • Solid-State: 0.9W+0.9W @32Ω, 1.6W+1.6W @16Ω
    Tube: 0.9W+0.9W @32Ω, 1.6W+1.6W @16Ω

  • Solid-State: 10Hz–70kHz, -0.2dB
    Tube: 20Hz–70kHz, -0.2dB

  • Solid-State: 10Hz–70kHz, -0.2dB
    Tube: 20Hz–70kHz, -0.2dB

  • Solid-State: 122dB
    Tube: 117dB

  • Solid-State: 119dB
    Tube: 113dB

  • Solid-State: 121dB
    Tube: 116dB

  • Solid-State: 118dB
    Tube: 112dB

  • Solid-State: 0.005%
    Tube: 0.20%

  • Solid-State: 0.005%
    Tube: 1.50%

  • Solid-State: -98dB
    Tube: -98dB

  • Solid-State: -68dB
    Tube: -68dB

Preamp / Line Output

  • 12.0Vrms @47kΩ

  • 6.0Vrms @47kΩ

  • 4.0Vrms @47kΩ

  • 2.0Vrms @47kΩ

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