AK HB1 Wireless & Wired DAC

Experience the Freedom of Music
 
  • 3.5mm and 4.5mm Dual Output for maximum compatibility with a wide range of wired headphones and earphones
  • Supports LDAC and aptX™HD for High quality Bluetooth Sound from smartphones, tablets, PCs and portable gaming devices
  • Delivers outstanding, full high-resolution sound via Plug & Play USB DAC connection
  • Built-in high-quality microphone to ensure crystal-clear voice quality and stability, ideal for taking calls when working, gaming, or travelling
  • Dedicated Car Mode to enjoy high-quality DAC/AMP sound effortlessly while at the wheel
  • Simultaneous Support for UAC 1.0 & 2.0 for quality cross-platform gaming sound experiences on consoles such as PlayStation and Nintendo Switch
Sale price£259.00

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Experience the Freedom of Music

 

The AK HB1 Bluetooth and USB Type-C DAC/Amp is a lightweight, portable device with a powerful built-in amplifier and a premium microphone that lets you effortlessly experience high quality audio wirelessly and through USB Type-C and Lightning connections.

 

Supreme connection with Hi-Fi sound

AK HB1 goes beyond simple Bluetooth playback, delivering outstanding, full high-resolution sound via USB DAC connection to PCs, smartphones, tablets, and more. Supporting Native DSD256 and 32 bit/384 kHz playback, AK HB1 ensures compatibility with a diverse range of high-quality audio sources, providing Astell&Kern's signature premium sound quality. Additionally, equipped with a renderer function that supports MQA 8X, AK HB1 enables MQA playback without the need for external DACs or playback devices.

Extensive Codec Support

The AK HB1 accommodates an extensive selection of codecs to deliver smooth playback of high-resolution audio through its compatibility LDAC and aptX HD codec as well as the more common AAC and SBC for PC and smartphones. AK HB1 is also equipped with Qualcomm’s CSR8675 Bluetooth for a consistently strong and stable connection.

Exclusive AMP Circuitry

AK HB1 introduces an exclusive AMP circuitry that supersedes the standard built-in DAC AMP. Its AMP enables a commanding 4 Vrms output (in Balanced connection) and dual connectivity options — 3.5 mm unbalanced and 4.4 mm balanced, catering to a wide range of IEMs and headphones.

Simultaneous Support for UAC 1.0 & 2.0 for Gaming

While modern smartphones, tablets, and PCs support UAC 2.0 connections, many gaming devices still exclusively support UAC 1.0 connections. To cater to both scenarios, AK HB1 ensures compatibility by supporting both UAC 2.0 and UAC 1.0 connections for cross-platform quality sound experiences. Connect AK HB1 to gaming devices such as PlayStation and Nintendo Switch, and enjoy low latency and enhanced sound for an immersive gaming experience.

Crystal-Clear Voice

The AK HB1 is built with a high-quality microphone to ensure crystal-clear voice quality and stability. Ideal for taking calls when working, gaming, or travelling, the Bluetooth DAC/Amp is equipped with Clear Voice Capture technology to suppress ambient noise while delivering clear vocals to the recipient.

   

Included in the box

 
  • 1x Astell&Kern AK HB1 Wireless & Wired DAC
  • 1x USB-C to Lightning Cable
  • 1x USB-C to USB-C Cable
  • 1x Warranty Card
  • 1x Quick start guide
whats in the box
General Specification
Model
AK HB1
Colour
Shadow Black
Body Material
Polycarbonate (Body) / Aluminum (Volume Wheel)
Bluetooth Chipset
Qualcomm CSR8675
Bluetooth Version
5.0
Bluetooth Codec
LDAC, aptX ™ HD, aptX ™ , AAC, SBC
Bluetooth Profile
A2DP, AVRCP, HFP
DAC
ESS ES9281AC PRO
Sample rate
PCM : 8kHz ~ 384kHz (8/16/24/32bits per Sample)
DSD Native: DSD64(1bit 2.8MHz), Stereo / DSD128(1bit 5.6MHz), Stereo / DSD256(1bit 11.2MHz), Stereo
Output Level
Unbalanced 2Vrms / Balanced 4Vrms (Condition No Load)
Input
USB Type C (Supports UAC 1.0 and UAC 2.0)
Output
3.5mm (Supports CTIA standard 4 pole earphones/headphones), 4.4mm (Only 5 pole supported)
Dimensions
33 x 68.4 x 16.5mm (Excluding volume wheel)
39.8 x 68.4 x 16.5mm (Including volume wheel)
Weight
About 1.41oz (40g)
Feature Enhancements
Firmware upgrade supported (OTA with APP)
Audio Specification
Frequency Response
±0.135dB (Condition : 20Hz~20kHz) Unbalanced │ 0.136 dB (Condition : 20Hz~20kHz) Balanced
Signal to Noise Ratio
117dB @ 1kHz, Unbalanced │ 118 dB @ 1kHz, Balanced
Crosstalk
-112dB @ 1kHz, Unbalanced │ 112 dB @ 1kHz, Balanced
THD+N
0.0005% @ 1kHz, Unbalanced │ 0.0005% @ 1 kHz, Balanced
IMD SMPTE
0.0003% 800Hz 10kHz (4:1) Unbalanced │ 0.0003% 800 Hz 10kHz (4:1) Balanced
Output Impedance
Unbalanced Out 3.5mm (0.8ohm) │ Balanced Out 2.5mm 4.4mm(1.8ohm)
Battery
Capacity
600mAh 3.8V Li Polymer
Charge Time
about 1.5hours
Playback Time
about 6hours (Standard : AAC )