Astell&Kern SP3000M: Next-Level Performance Meets Portability

We are excited to announce that the latest addition to Astell&Kern’s flagship line, the A&ultima SP3000M, is now available! As a long-term partner for Astell&Kern, we’re thrilled to bring you this innovative DAP that takes the best features of the renowned SP3000 and redefines them in a more compact, portable design.

Superior Sound with HEXA-Audio Circuitry

The SP3000M inherits Astell&Kern’s groundbreaking HEXA audio circuitry, the same design that powers the exceptional SP3000. With four AKM AK4499EX DACs and two AK4191EQ chips handling digital and analog signals independently, the SP3000M delivers an audio experience free from the noise that typically affects other DAPs. This separation of digital and analog paths ensures unparalleled clarity and a stunning 130 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR).

Enhanced Portability, Same Flagship Performance

While the SP3000 is already a leader in high-end audio, the SP3000M enhances portability without sacrificing performance. It’s smaller, making it easier to carry around, but still delivers the same best-in-class sound quality that audiophiles have come to expect from the A&ultima series.

Dual Audio Circuit Design

Astell&Kern engineers went further by integrating independent dual audio circuits for unbalanced and balanced outputs, a feature rarely seen in DAPs. This innovation allows the SP3000M to handle both output types more efficiently, ensuring that the sound remains true to its original form. You’ll feel the pure delicacy of sound whether you’re using balanced or unbalanced headphones.

Powerful Performance, Fast and Stable

Under the chassis, the Snapdragon 6125 Octa-Core CPU and 8GB of DDR4 RAM provide smooth, fast, and stable performance. Paired with a 4.1-inch HD touchscreen, the player’s revamped user interface makes navigation a breeze. Plus, with 256GB of internal storage and support for microSD cards up to 1.5TB, your entire music library can follow you anywhere.

Retro Charm with Modern Functionality: The VU Meter

A fan-favorite from the SP3000T, the VU Meter makes its return on the SP3000M, giving listeners a nostalgic touch while providing real-time monitoring of audio levels. This adds an immersive element to the listening experience, blending form and function seamlessly.

Cutting-Edge Connectivity

The SP3000M is built for today’s world, with Bluetooth 5.0 support for codecs like aptX HD, LDAC, and LHDC, making wireless listening as good as wired connections. The player also serves as a Bluetooth DAC, letting you stream high-quality audio from external devices like smartphones. With Wi-Fi connectivity, AK File Drop for wireless file transfers, and future Roon Ready support, the SP3000M is designed for the modern audiophile.

Premium Design

The SP3000M’s design concept, “Tension,” is inspired by the precision of a diamond ring’s prongs. The diamond-shaped volume knob is the focal point, flanked by triangular patterns that create a sense of rhythmic tension. It’s a visual masterpiece, with premium materials like soft cowhide leather from Gruppo Mastrotto included in the package to keep your player safe, in style.

SP3000M is now available for pre-order here at 2.599,00 €, with deliveries set to start in November.

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