Astell&Kern AK HB1

your smartphone or tablet with the AK HB1 via Bluetooth and experience wireless hi-fi sound through your earphones or headphones. In addition, the AK HB1 delivers Astell&Kern's impeccable sound quality via the USB DAC function even when connected to a smartphone, tablet or computer via USB cable. To ensure optimum usability for both Android and iOS devices, both a USB-C and a Lightning cable are included in the scope of delivery. The AK HB1 can also be used on gaming consoles to improve the sound. The AK HB1 is equipped with Qualcomm's CSR8675 Bluetooth chipset, which supports the transmission of high-resolution audio formats and ensures a stable connection. The ES9281AC PRO DAC from ESS ensures reliable digital-to-analogue conversion. The built-in amplifier offers a solid output power of 4 Vrms (with balanced connection). The AK HB1 has connection sockets for 3.5 mm unbalanced and 4.4 mm balanced earphones and headphones. The AK HB1 ensures crystal-clear voice quality thanks to Knowles' high-quality MEMS microphone technology and Qualcomm's cVc Generation 8.0 technology, which suppresses ambient noise and delivers clear voice quality to the receiver. The AK HB1 weighs just 40 grams and has a very slim design with the buttons and headphone jacks cleverly integrated into the gaps between the front and rear housing sections. The intuitively designed rotary dial fits comfortably in the hand and, thanks to its size and position, allows effortless volume control.