Astell&Kern KANN MAX Portable Music Player
Astell&Kern KANN MAX Portable Music Player
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💰 14 days return
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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 KANN MAX is a compact powerhouse in the KANN lineup, offering audiophile-grade power and precision in a portable form. Featuring a quad ESS ES9038Q2M DAC configuration and up to 15 Vrms balanced output, it drives even demanding headphones with ease. Its refined aluminum body, vibrant 4.1-inch touchscreen, and advanced streaming capabilities make it a perfect blend of power, elegance, and performance for on-the-go hi-fi listening.
✅ Key Features
- ✅ Quad ESS ES9038Q2M DACs for ultra-clear 32-bit/768 kHz playback
- ✅ Up to 15 Vrms balanced output — drives full-size audiophile headphones
- ✅ 4-level gain control (Low / Mid / High / Super) for all headphone types
- ✅ Native DSD512 & PCM 32-bit/768 kHz support
- ✅ Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 with LDAC and aptX™ HD codecs
- ✅ Dual balanced outputs (2.5 mm & 4.4 mm) plus 3.5 mm unbalanced/optical
- ✅ Long battery life — up to 13 hours continuous playback
- ✅ Premium aluminum chassis and precision volume wheel
📊 Technical Specifications ▼
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Astell&Kern KANN MAX |
| Body Color | Anthracite Gray |
| Body Material | Aluminum |
| Display | 4.1" (720 × 1280) touchscreen |
| DAC | ESS ES9038Q2M ×4 (Quad-DAC) |
| CPU | Quad-core |
| Supported Formats | WAV, FLAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE, AAC, ALAC, AIFF, DFF, DSF |
| Sample Rate | PCM: 8 kHz – 768 kHz (8/16/24/32 bit) DSD: Native DSD64 / 128 / 256 / 512 |
| Output Level | [Low] 2 Vrms (Unbalanced) / 4 Vrms (Balanced) [Mid] 4 Vrms / 8 Vrms [High] 6 Vrms / 12 Vrms [Super] 8 Vrms / 15 Vrms |
| Outputs | 3.5 mm (Unbalanced / Optical), 2.5 mm (4-pole), 4.4 mm (5-pole) |
| Input | USB Type-C (charging & data) |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz) |
| Bluetooth | v5.0 (A2DP, AVRCP, aptX™ HD, LDAC) |
| Frequency Response | ±0.023 dB (20 Hz–20 kHz, Unbalanced) ±0.026 dB (20 Hz–20 kHz, Balanced) |
| S/N Ratio | 114 dB (Unbalanced) / 115 dB (Balanced) |
| Crosstalk | −124 dB (Unbalanced) / −135 dB (Balanced) |
| THD+N | 0.0003 % (Unbalanced) / 0.0004 % (Balanced) |
| Output Impedance | 3.5 mm: 1 Ω • 2.5/4.4 mm: 1.6 Ω |
| Storage | Internal: 64 GB NAND External: microSD (up to 1 TB) |
| Battery | 5600 mAh 3.8V Li-Polymer |
| Playback Time | ≈ 13 hours (FLAC 16bit/44.1 kHz, Low Gain) |
| Charging Time | ≈ 3.5 h (9V 1.67A Fast) / 5.5 h (5V 2A) |
| Dimensions | 68.3 × 117 × 23.6 mm |
| Weight | ≈ 305 g |
| Supported OS | Windows 7/8/10 (32/64-bit), macOS X 10+ |
| Firmware Upgrade | Supported (OTA) |
📦 What’s in the Box
- 🎵 1 × Astell&Kern KANN MAX Player
- 🔌 1 × USB-C to USB-A Cable (1 m)
- 🧩 3 × Screen Protectors
- 📖 1 × Quick Start Guide
- 🧾 1 × Warranty Card
🔄 Compatibility
✔ Works with all wired headphones and IEMs (3.5 mm, 2.5 mm, or 4.4 mm)
✔ Supports DSD512 and 32-bit/768 kHz hi-res PCM playback
✔ Compatible with Bluetooth headphones via LDAC / aptX™ HD
✔ Roon Tested, supports MQA decoding and streaming services
📦✈️ Shipping & Returns
- 📦 Insured EU & worldwide delivery
- 🔄 14-day return policy
- 🛡️ 2-year EU warranty
📝 Reviews
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⚠️ Warning
⚠️ Warning: The KANN MAX’s output power might tempt you to re-cable every headphone you own — and still wonder what it sounds like balanced.
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