DAPs
At $2,299, Astell&Kern found a few ways to maintain flagship audiophile DAP performance at a lower cost. Find out what's changed.
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DAPs
Cayin N8iii launches at $3,999 with tube modes, AKM DAC, up to 1.285 watts of output, and a 13500mAh battery, but is it enough...
CD Players
FiiO raises prices on key DAPs starting April 2026 amid tariffs and rising costs, but with stronger rivals closing in, will buyers stick around?
DAPs
Can the Astell&Kern PD20 redefine portable hi-fi with hearing based personalization and Triple AMP architecture for under $2000?
DAPs
The FiiO JM21 portable DAP offers big power, Android 13, and wide flexibility, but does its neutral sound do enough to stand out?
DAPs
At $2,749, can the Astell&Kern PD10 actually replace your DAP and your streamer—or is it solving a problem you don’t have?
DAPs
FiiO’s M33 R2R enters the ~$600 DAP segment with a discrete ladder DAC and high expectations—but key specs and Bluetooth support remain unanswered.
DAPs
The FiiO JM21 portable digital audio player supports high-quality music playback at an extremely low price.
DAPs
Does the new Astell&Kern A&ultima SP3000 DAP reclaim the Iron Throne? We can think of 3,699 reasons why that is true.
DAPs
At $430, the P1 by Astell&Kern is a more affordable portable DAP for users with active lifestyles.
DAPs
At $249, the HiBy R4 DAP makes a strong case featuring a 4-DAC design, single ended and balanced outputs with class A amplification.
DAPs
The M23 DAP from FiiO includes AKM DACs, 24-bit/384kHz/DSD256 Hi-Res audio support, MQA and Bluetooth aptX HD.
DAPs
The Astell&Kern A&ultima SP3000T brings tube amplification into its flagship DAP designed to pair with limited-edition NOVUS IEMs by Empire Ears.
Articles
Astell&Kern has been at the forefront of perfecting portable digital audio. The A&futura SE300 DAP continues that trend.
DAPs
$1,900 is a lot of money for a DAP, but does the brand new Astell&Kern SE300 deliver something other DAPs can't? It certainly does.
DAPs
Astell&Kern has covered the best DAP they've ever made in 24K gold. The limited edition A&ultima SP3000 is available this month for $4,400
DAPs
Featuring the newest flagship ESS DAC, Bluetooth support, 4 gain modes, support for 32-bit/768kHz PCM and DSD512, the new Astell&Kern KANN Ultra DAP is...
DAPs
The Hidizs AP80 PRO-X DAP offers bi-directional Bluetooth, support for DSD and wireless LDAC transmission. Only $169!
DAPs
Does the Cayin N7 DAP give the flagship N8ii a real run for its money? Simplifying the unit and focusing on the DAC and...
DAPs
Is the Astell&Kern SR35 the best DAP for commuters and business travelers? Battery performance, a fresh new UI, and surprisingly high-end sound quality make...
DAPs
The new Astell&Kern SR35 portable digital audio player is affordably priced at $799, rivaling DAPs from FiiO and Sony.
DAPs
Astell&Kern's A&futura SE300 DAP utilizes an R-2R Ladder DAC and looks to be an ideal match for the new A&K AURA IEMs that are...
DAPs
The latest DAP from FiiO packs in ESS DACs, 384kHz/DSD256 Hi-Res audio support, MQA, Roon, aptX HD, LDAC, LHDC, and more...
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