The AK HB1 uses an ESS ES9281AC PRO DAC chip that's designed to deliver exceptional noise control and high-quality HiFi sound. The HB1's sound signature is neutral with amazing musicality and clarity.

Nov 9, 2023 · The HB1 contains an ESS ES9281AC PRO DAC, supporting DSD256 and 32-bit/384kHz playback. It can also render MQA 8K but hard wiring the HB1 with its supplied cables is recommended to properly unfold it.

Activate AK HB1's dedicated Car Mode to enjoy high-quality DAC/AMP sound effortlessly while at the wheel. Simply connect AK HB1 to your vehicle's AUX port, and its power automatically turns on/off based on your vehicle's ignition, allowing you to enjoy audio from paired devices.

Nov 1, 2023 · The Astell&Kern HB1 is a portable USB and Bluetooth DAC that aims for portable greatness, combing classic Astell&Kern sound and design with strong wireless performance.

Nov 10, 2023 · The AK HB1 is Astell & Kern’s first portable Bluetooth DAC/Amp, hoping to join the likes of FiiO’s BTR5 and iFi’s Go blu in market popularity. What kind of features does the AK HB1 offer? And more important, how does it sound?

Pair effortlessly via Bluetooth with your mobile device to enjoy wireless Hi-Fi sound through various IEMs and headphones, thanks to its compact design and potent built-in headphone amplifier. Moreover, the AK HB1 serves as a USB DAC, …

AK HB1 goes beyond simple Bluetooth playback with 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.

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.

Precision DAC and AMP Design for Hi-Fi Sound. AK HB1 incorporates ESS’s ES9281AC PRO DAC for exceptional noise control and unparalleled ultra-high-quality Hi-Fi sound performance. Adding to this, AK HB1 introduces an exclusive AMP …