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Astell&Kern AK HC2

USB-DAC
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Product details

If you want to easily improve the sound quality of your smartphone, tablet, notebook or PC, the AK HC2 is the right choice. The ultra-portable cable includes a dual DAC and headphone amplifier, bringing you the pleasure of high-resolution sound. Even if your smartphone doesn't have a headphone jack, the AK HC2 is the perfect solution. Connect the AK HC2 to a smartphone, tablet, Windows PC, or Mac with the USB-C connector and start benefiting from the detailed true-to-life sound. The AK HC2 is also compatible with iOS devices by using the included USB-C to Lightning adapter. Conveniently, the AK HC2 uses power from the connected playback device, so there's no need to charge it. The AK HC2 has a balanced 4.4mm headphone jack, which has the advantage of high output power with clear channel separation while minimizing noise. With the AK HC2, you get the most out of your headphones or earphones via the balanced output. With an output power of 4 Vrms, even high impedance headphones and sensitive earphones are supported. The two Cirrus Logic CS43198 MasterHIFI DACs ensure accurate signal processing and deliver finely resolved sound. Sample rates up to 32 bits and 384 kHz are supported, as well as DSD256, so music is played back in full bandwidth. With the AK HC2, digital signals from the playback device are routed through the double-shielded cable to the audio circuitry before being converted to an analog signal by the DAC. This results in a particularly faithful, noise-free sound compared to other USB DAC products. With its compact size and top performance features, the AK HC2 makes it easy to hear really good hi-fi sound anytime, anywhere.

Key specifications

Scope of application
GamingHiFiPCPortable
Power supply
USB power delivery

General information

Item number
21053114
Manufacturer
Astell&Kern
Category
Headphone amplifiers
Manufacturer No.
3PEE520C-CMDSN1
Release date
2.6.2022

Colour

Colour
Grey
Exact colour description
Charcoal

Headphone amplifier properties

Scope of application
GamingHiFiPCPortable
Headphone Amplifier Features
USB-DAC

Audio properties

Frequency range
20 - 70000 Hz
Output Impedance
1.50 Ω
signal-to-noise ratio
122 dB
Sample rate
384 kHz
Audio resolution
32 bits

Connections

Audio inputs
USB-C
Audio outputs
USB-C

Power supply

Power supply
USB power delivery

Origin

Country of origin
South Korea

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Astell&Kern AK HC2 with USB-C plugUSB-C to Lighting adapter

Package dimensions

Length
11.80 cm
Width
8.80 cm
Height
3.40 cm
Weight
103 g

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Headphone amplifiers» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • Astell&Kern
    Not enough data
  • 1.Behringer
    0,3 %
  • 2.Mackie
    1 %
  • 3.iFi Audio
    2,4 %
  • 4.FiiO
    3,1 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • Astell&Kern
    Not enough data
  • 1.FiiO
    0 days
  • 2.iFi Audio
    5 days
  • Behringer
    Not enough data
  • Fosi Audio
    Not enough data

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Headphone amplifiers» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • Astell&Kern
    Not enough data
  • 1.Fosi Audio
    6,5 %
  • 2.FiiO
    6,6 %
  • 3.iFi Audio
    9,5 %
  • Behringer
    Not enough data
Source: Galaxus