Astell&Kern has introduced the KANN ULTRA in the Chinese market, a high-fidelity portable music player priced at 11,888 yuan (US$ 1,676). Let’s check out the key specs of this music player. The device maintains the hexagonal design of its predecessors and features an integrated volume wheel. It also incorporates the advanced graphical user interface (GUI) from the A&ultima SP3000 series, offering an improved user experience with intuitive controls.
The music player utilizes dual ESS
ES9039Pro decoding chips and Astell&Kern’s proprietary TERATON ALPHA
technology for high-fidelity audio performance. It offers various output
interfaces, including Headphone Out, Pre-Out, and Line Out, each optimized for
different purposes. The headphone output is versatile, offering four gain modes
and supporting a wide range of headphones, including high-impedance ones, with
a maximum output of 16Vrms.
The KANN ULTRA features a spacious
5.5-inch Full HD display for a better user experience. It offers multiple
connectivity options, including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.3, with support for
codecs like Qualcomm aptX™-HD and LDAC for high-quality wireless audio
streaming. The device has a generous built-in memory of 128GB, is expandable
through microSD, and boasts up to 11 hours of playback time thanks to its
8,400mAh battery.
For the audiophile seeking customization,
the KANN ULTRA offers seven DAC filters to tailor the sound profile.
Additionally, it’s equipped with Digital Audio Remaster (DAR) technology,
enhancing audio quality beyond the limits of the source format. The player
supports up to 32-bit/768-kHz PCM audio and Native DSD512, ensuring compatibility
with high-resolution audio files.
