{"product_id":"ak-hc3-dac","title":"Astell\u0026Kern AK HC3 Dual DAC Cable","description":"\n\u003ch3\u003eHi-Fi Sound Anywhere\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuccessor to the sought after PEE51, the compact AK HC3 makes it easy to enjoy real, uncompromising high-fidelity sound on-the-go. The AK HC3 adopts dual ES9219MQ from ESS, highly regarded by audio fans across the globe for its ability to produce ultra-high quality audio with excellent control and low power consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA versatile cable for entertainment and calls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AK HC3 adds high-quality microphone support to the companys signature hi-resolution sound to enable more entertainment and voice features perfect for PC and laptop gaming, video conferencing as well as film or TV watching. AK HC3 is compatible with any 3- or 4-pole 3.5-mm plug earphones and headsets, as well as in-line controller and microphone features of 4-pole earphones and headsets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlug and play anytime, anywhere\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect directly to a Windows PC, Mac, smartphone or tablet with a USB-C port, without needing a separate conversion adapter, and enjoy high-quality sound. The AK HC3 uses power from the connected playback device so does not need to be charged or be connected to a separate external sound card, AMP or DAC. The AK HC3 is also compatible with iOS devices using the included USB-C to Lightning adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnique, noise-free design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike most DAC products, the AK HC3 incorporates a rear output design to minimise noise as much as possible. By processing the digital signal after it has travelled through the dual noise shielded cable, the resulting sound is far superior and virtually noise free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGeneral Specifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDAC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eES9219MQ x2 (Dual-DAC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBit \/ Sample rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCM 32bit\/384kHz, Native DSD256\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2Vrms (Condition No Road)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB Type-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5mm (CTIA standard 4-pole supported)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandby : White \/ PCM : Red \/ DSD : Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eabout 20g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions(WHD)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB Plug : 12.5mm[W] x 21mm[H] x 8.7mm[D] 3.5mm\u003cbr\u003eHeadphone : 18.2mm[W] x 59mm[H] x 11.5[D]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAudio Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003erequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±0.013dB (Condition : 20Hz~20kHz)\u003cbr\u003e±0.020dB (Condition : 20Hz~70kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal to Noise Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e118dB @ 1kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTHD+N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.0005% @ 1kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIMD SMPTE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.0002%, 800Hz 10kHz (4:1)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 ohm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded in the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Astell\u0026amp;Kern HC3 Dual DAC Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x USB-C to Lightning Adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Quick start guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Astell\u0026Kern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51938587705610,"sku":"ASTELLKERN-7972","price":199.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/3283\/6618\/files\/astell-kern-ak-hc3-dual-dac-cable-1-39678-p.jpg?v=1760363467","url":"https:\/\/audioemotion.co.uk\/products\/ak-hc3-dac","provider":"Audio Emotion Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}