Astell&Kern AK HC3 USB Type-C Dual DAC Cable
Astell&Kern AK HC3 USB Type-C Dual DAC Cable
🚚 Delivery in 1-4 days in the Baltics. 2-8 days EU
💰 14 days return
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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 AK HC3 is a compact USB-C Dual DAC cable that upgrades your phone, tablet, or laptop into a true hi-fi source. With dual ESS DACs, native DSD256 support, and 2 Vrms output through a CTIA-compatible 3.5 mm jack, it delivers clean, powerful sound from an ultra-portable form factor.
✅ Key Features
- ✅ Dual ESS ES9219MQ DACs for low noise and high resolution
- ✅ PCM up to 32-bit/384 kHz and native DSD256 playback
- ✅ 3.5 mm output (CTIA, 4-pole headset compatible)
- ✅ Up to 2 Vrms output (no load) for better drive and dynamics
- ✅ Status LED: standby/PCM/DSD color indication
- ✅ Aluminum housing, just ~20 g weight
- ✅ Includes USB-C → Lightning adapter for iPhone/iPad with Lightning
📊 Technical Specifications ▼
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | AK HC3 |
| Device Type | USB Type-C portable Dual DAC cable |
| DAC | 2 × ESS ES9219MQ |
| Bit / Sample Rate | PCM 32-bit / 384 kHz; DSD64 / DSD128 / DSD256 (Native) |
| Input | USB Type-C |
| Output | 3.5 mm (CTIA, 4-pole supported) |
| Output Level | 2 Vrms (no load) |
| LED Indicator | Standby: White • PCM: Red • DSD: Blue |
| Frequency Response | ±0.013 dB (20–20 000 Hz) • ±0.020 dB (20–70 000 Hz) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 118 dB @ 1 kHz |
| THD+N | 0.0005 % @ 1 kHz |
| IMD SMPTE | 0.0002 % (800 Hz / 10 kHz, 4:1) |
| Output Impedance | ≈ 2 Ω |
| Body Material / Color | Aluminum / Dark Silver |
| Dimensions | USB plug: 12.5 × 21 × 8.7 mm • DAC/headphone end: 18.2 × 59 × 11.5 mm |
| Weight | ≈ 20 g |
📦 What’s in the Box
- 📦 Astell&Kern HC3 Dual DAC Cable
- 🔌 USB-C → Lightning Adapter
- 📖 Quick Start Guide
🔄 Compatibility
✔ Works with Android, Windows, macOS (USB-C).
✔ iPhone/iPad with Lightning via the included USB-C → Lightning adapter; USB-C iPhone/iPad подключаются напрямую.
✔ CTIA 3.5 mm headsets supported (mic/remote where applicable).
📦✈️ Shipping & Returns
- 📦 Insured EU & worldwide delivery
- 🔄 14-day return policy
- 🛡️ 2-year EU warranty
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⚠️ Warning
⚠️ Warning: Plugging in the HC3 may cause spontaneous A/B tests, late-night DSD binges, and a permanent dislike of phone headphone jacks.
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