CES 2024 is underway and we’re already noticing a trend; high-end audio headphone and IEM solutions are going to be a huge focus at the show and it is all being driven by consumer demand for better quality personal audio products.
We think the market has already reached a saturation point where it is impossible to keep up with all of the new headphones, IEMs, DAPs, Dongle DACs and and TWS earbuds being released, but manufacturers are pushing even harder into the Head-Fi space hoping to capture some of the pie; which is admittedly rather small once you strip away Apple, Bose, Sony, JBL, Philips, Beats, and Sennheiser headphones and earbuds.
Apple’s transition from the lightning to USB Type-C connector on the iPhone has created a new opportunity for manufacturers who wish to offer forward thinking options for consumers. It’s going to be a huge market for brands if they can convince iPhone users that there is a better alternative to Apple’s AirPods.
HIDIZS have introduced the new ST2 PRO Digital IEMs represent an innovative new way for consumers to listen to their audio from today’s digital devices, including: smartphones, portable gaming devices, Digital Audio Players (DAPs) and more.
Rather than featuring a traditional mini-jack plug, the ST2 PRO is equipped with a USB Type-C connector.
The IEMs feature a built-in flagship ESS ES9281C PRO DAC and offer support for audio files up to and including 32-Bit/384kHz (PCM), DSD128, and MQA.
Users can easily plug the ST2 PRO Digital IEMs into their Mac, PC or smartphone — including the latest iPhone 15, 15 Pro, and 15 Pro Max — to enjoy their favourite albums, podcasts, and more.
The digital wired connection ensures zero latency, making the ST2 PRO ideal for playing games, or watching video.
HIDIZS’ audio engineers have worked hard to ensure that the ST2 PRO deliver a musical, engaging sound thanks to their 10mm Magnetic Circuit Dynamic Drivers, frequency response of 20Hz — 40kHz, and 6N High-purity Oxygen-free Copper Cable.
ST2 PRO Specifications:
| Type | Digital In-Ear Monitors (IEMs) |
| Drivers | 10mm Magnetic Circuit Dynamic Driver |
| DAC | Flagship ESS ES9281C PRO |
| Audio Support | Up to 32-Bit/384kHz (PCM)Up to DSD128 |
| MQA Support | Yes |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz — 40kHz |
| Output Power | 70mW+70mW@32Ω |
| THD+N | 0.0012% |
| SNR | 118dB |
| Crosstalk | 63dB |
| Sample-rate Indicator Light | Yes |
| Connector | USB Type-C |
| Support for In-line Control / HD Mic | Yes |
| IEM Construction | Transparent Resin and Aluminum Alloy |
| Cable Construction | 6N High-purity Oxygen-free Copper Transmission Cable, using 4 Strands of Mixed Wire with a total of 260 Cores. |
| Cable Length | 1.2M |
| Detachable Cable | Yes (0.78mm Standard 2-Pin Connection) |
| Weight | 11g (Without Cable) |
| Hi-Res Audio Certification | Yes |
SD2 USB Type-C to 3.5mm Adaptor Dongle DAC
Also announced at CES 2024, is the new HIDIZS SD2 USB Type-C to 3.5mm Adapter Dongle DAC. Continuing the company’s record of delivering innovative, high-quality audio products at an affordable price.
Available in three colours – Black, Grey, and Silver – and weighing in at just 6g, the diminutive SD2 features a USB Type-C connector on one side, and a 3.5mm headphone output on the other.
Simply plug the SD2 into your Mac, PC or smartphone — including the iPhone 15, 15 Pro, and 15 Pro Max — and your headphones into the SD2, to instantly improve the quality of your listening.
Featuring an ESS ES9270 DAC, support for audio files up to 32-Bit/384kHz (PCM) & DSD128, and a frequency response of 20Hz — 40kHz, the HIDIZS SD2 USB Type-C Adaptor Dongle DAC punches above its weight to improve the audio from your favourite devices.
SD2 Specifications:
| Product Type | USB Type-C to 3.5mm Adapter Dongle DAC |
| DAC | ESS ES9270 |
| Audio Support | Up to 32-Bit/384kHz (PCM)Up to DSD128 |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz — 40kHz |
| Output Power | 70mW+70mW@32Ω |
| THD+N | 0.0015% |
| SNR | 118dB |
| Crosstalk | 64dB |
| Hi-Res Audio Certified | Yes |
| Input | USB Type-C |
| Output | 3.5mm Single-ended |
| Supports iPhone 15 USB Type-C Port | Yes |
| Support for In-line Control / HD Mic | Yes |
| Sample-rate Indicator Light | Yes |
| Available Colours | Black, Grey, Silver |
| Dimensions | 34.5ｘ20ｘ10ｍｍ |
| Weight | 6g |
The HIDIZS SD2 will be available from February. For more information, visit hidizs.net
