Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T Desktop Headphone Amplifier
Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T Desktop Headphone Amplifier
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🟢 2 years warranty
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Shipping Terms
Shipping Terms
- Shipping method: Standard
Shipment cost: - EU 25€
- LT, EST 6€
- LV 3€
- RU, USA 200€
- Other countries 200€
- Dispatched usually 2 - 5 business days after order placement
- Some times, dispatched up to 20 business days, we will inform additional, after order placement.
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🧾 Overview
The Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T is a dual-tube desktop headphone amplifier and DAC designed for ultimate flexibility and audiophile-grade sound. Featuring twin ESS9039MPRO DACs, dual KORG Nutube 6P1 valves, and a fully balanced analog stage, it combines analog warmth with cutting-edge digital precision. With up to 15 Vrms balanced output and XLR connectivity, it’s the all-in-one centerpiece for both headphone and desktop setups.
✅ Key Features
- ✅ Dual ESS ES9039MPRO DACs with native 32-bit/768 kHz PCM & DSD512 playback
- ✅ Hybrid amplification with dual KORG Nutube 6P1 triodes for analog tube warmth
- ✅ Four gain levels delivering up to 15 Vrms balanced / 8 Vrms unbalanced output
- ✅ Full desktop connectivity: RCA & XLR outputs, coaxial, optical, USB-C I/O
- ✅ Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz) and Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX™ HD & LDAC support
- ✅ Built-in 256 GB storage + microSD expansion (up to 1 TB)
- ✅ 10,100 mAh battery providing up to 11 hours of playback with PD 2.0 fast charging
- ✅ Rich Gray aluminum design with 4.1″ HD touch display
📊 Technical Specifications ▼
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | CA1000T (ACRO Series) |
| Body Material / Color | Aluminum / Rich Gray |
| Display | 4.1″ touchscreen, 720 × 1280 px |
| DAC | ESS ES9039MPRO ×2 (Dual-DAC) |
| Vacuum Tubes | 2 × KORG Nutube 6P1 |
| CPU | Quad-core |
| Audio Formats | WAV, FLAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE, AAC, ALAC, AIFF, DFF, DSF |
| Sample Rates | PCM 8–768 kHz (8/16/24/32-bit), DSD64–512 (Native) |
| Output Levels (Headphones) | [Low] SE 2 Vrms / Bal 4 Vrms • [Mid] SE 4 / Bal 8 • [High] SE 6 / Bal 12 • [Super] SE 8 / Bal 15 |
| RCA / XLR Output | RCA 2 Vrms • XLR 4 Vrms (no load) |
| Headphone Outputs | Unbalanced 3.5 & 6.35 mm • Balanced 2.5 & 4.4 mm |
| Analog I/O | RCA In ×1 • RCA Out ×1 • XLR Out ×1 |
| Digital I/O | USB-C ×1 • Optical ×1 • Coaxial ×1 • Optical (3.5 mm) Out ×1 |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5 GHz); Bluetooth 5.0 (A2DP, AVRCP, aptX™ HD, LDAC) |
| Frequency Response | ±0.031 dB (20 Hz–20 kHz, SE) • ±0.029 dB (Bal) • ±0.033 dB (RCA) • ±0.002 dB (XLR) |
| S/N Ratio | SE 108 dB • Bal 112 dB • RCA 121 dB • XLR 128 dB @ 1 kHz |
| Crosstalk | SE −115 dB • Bal −112 dB • RCA −138 dB • XLR −145 dB @ 1 kHz |
| THD+N | SE 0.004 % • Bal 0.002 % • RCA 0.0005 % • XLR 0.0003 % @ 1 kHz |
| IMD SMPTE | 0.0007 % (all outputs, 800 Hz / 10 kHz, 4:1) |
| Output Impedance | 3.5/6.35 mm: 1 Ω • 2.5/4.4 mm: 2 Ω • RCA: 4 Ω • XLR: 9 Ω |
| Clock Jitter | 25 ps (typical) • 70 ps reference |
| Storage | 256 GB internal (NAND) + microSD ×1 (up to 1 TB) |
| Battery | 10,100 mAh 3.8 V Li-Polymer • ~11 h playback • ~5 h charging (PD 2.0) |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 104.9 × 45 × 155.8 mm |
| Weight | ≈ 980 g |
| Supported OS | Windows 10/11 (32/64-bit), macOS 10.7+ |
| Country of Origin | South Korea 🇰🇷 |
📦 What’s in the Box
- 📦 Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T amplifier
- 🔌 USB-C → USB-A cable (1 m)
- 🛡️ Screen protector
- 📖 Quick start guide
- 🧾 Warranty card
🔄 Compatibility
✔ Drives all headphones — from sensitive IEMs to high-impedance planars.
✔ Functions as DAC, preamp, and headphone amplifier with RCA/XLR outputs.
✔ Bluetooth streaming with LDAC & aptX HD, USB-DAC mode for Windows/macOS.
✔ Ideal for both desktop Hi-Fi setups and mobile reference listening.
📦✈️ Shipping & Returns
- 📦 Insured EU & worldwide delivery
- 🔄 14-day return policy
- 🛡️ 2-year EU warranty
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⚠️ Warning
⚠️ Warning: Engaging “Tube Mode” on the CA1000T may lead to excessive nighttime listening, compulsive tube admiration, and an uncontrollable desire to re-cable your entire setup.
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