Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T Desktop Audio System

£2,299.00
SKU
52841
The Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T Desktop Audio System represents a leap in audio technology that challenges conventional sonic frontiers. Its superior audio quality is primarily due to the system's high-end DAC and robust amplifier. The advanced DAC ensures high audio precision, while the amplifier delivers the required high power to the speakers.

Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T Desktop Audio System - Product Description

The Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T is a highly advanced desktop audio system epitomizing the very best in digital music reproduction. Delivering exceptional audio performance through its advanced amplifier design and DAC capabilities, this system guarantees an unparalleled auditory experience.

The heart of the device lies in its Class T Tripath TA2022 amplifier, renowned for its clear and detailed sound. It's a veritable powerhouse of audio performance, yielding an incredible 100W per channel, effectively driving speakers with even the most demanding impedance levels. The amplifier's design ensures that reproducing music is accurately faithful to the original recording.

Authentic Sound Production

The ACRO CA1000T is unwavering committed to supporting the highest audio fidelity. The system features a SABRE DAC ES9018K2M, an industry-leading digital-to-analog converter known for providing an unmatched level of audio precision. With its 32-bit processing capability, the DAC offers an extraordinary dynamic range and ultra-low distortion, thus translating to an authentic sound production.

The DAC is coupled with an impedance-matched, jitter-resistant SRC4392 sample rate converter, eliminating any timing inaccuracies in the audio path. This allows the CA1000T to deliver bit-perfect audio signals, resulting in an intimate and lifelike link between the listener and the music.

Perfect Blend of Design & Convenience

A striking balance of form and function, the Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T Desktop Audio System stands out with its sleek and modern aesthetic design. The minimalistic design matches an intuitive user interface, leading to easy navigation and convenient sound adjustment. The simplicity of design keeps the functionality and good quality of the system intact.

The system has been designed to work well across many digital audio settings. Apart from standard line and optical inputs, it supports digital inputs such as COAX, Optical, and USB. The ACRO CA1000T also integrates Bluetooth 4.2 for seamless wireless music playback.

Consistency Across Wide-Frequency Range

Equipped with a crystal clock oscillator and a PLL (Phase Locked Loop) circuit, the ACRO CA1000T eliminates timing jitter and delivers consistent performance across a broad frequency spectrum. All components work harmoniously to maintain a complete soundstage, offering a thoroughly immersive and distortion-free audio experience.

The audio system's performance remains constant from starting to the high end of the wide 20Hz to 20kHz frequency-ranging audio spectrum. The full-spectrum performance allows the ACRO CA1000T to fully reveal every detail and nuance of an audio track.

Versatility & Scalability

The dual nature of the Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T allows it to function both as a standalone audio system and as an add-on for an existing audio system. The ACRO series has been designed to scale and enhance the capabilities of speakers, headphones, and in-ear monitors alike.

Connections for stereo speakers, a subwoofer, and headphones feature to ensure an optimized listening experience irrespective of the audio output device. This versatility and scalability position the ACRO CA1000T as an optimal solution for evolving high-resolution audio landscapes.

Features & Benefits

  • Industries top-quality SABRE DAC ES9018K2M for extreme audio precision
  • Robust Class T Tripath TA2022 amplifier delivering high power
  • Sleek and modern design, marrying form and function
  • A broad range of digital inputs, as well as Bluetooth for wireless connectivity
  • Jitter-free consistent performance across a wide frequency spectrum
  • Scalability and versatility to cater for a variety of audio output devices

Technical Specifications

  • Amplifier: Class T Tripath TA2022
  • DAC: SABRE ES9018K2M
  • Sample Rate Converter: SRC4392
  • Connectivity: Line/Optical Input, COAX, USB, Bluetooth 4.2
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz
  • Physical Dimensions: W 219 mm x H 64 mm x D 189 mm
  • Weight: 3.4 kg

Summary The ACRO CA1000T: A Leap in Audio Technology

Superior Audio Quality

The Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T Desktop Audio System represents a leap in audio technology that challenges conventional sonic frontiers. Its superior audio quality is primarily due to the system's high-end DAC and robust amplifier. The advanced DAC ensures high audio precision, while the amplifier delivers the required high power to the speakers.

Capacious Connectivity Options

Given the system's high versatility, the ACRO CA1000T Desktop Audio System can support various digital audio settings effortlessly. It provides standard line and optical inputs and supports digital inputs such as COAX, optical, and USB. Its Bluetooth integration lets users play their favourite tracks wirelessly, facilitating an effortless audio experience.

Flawless Performance and Design

The ACRO CA1000T Desktop Audio System is renowned for its flawless performance, which is made possible by features like crystal clock oscillators, phase-locked loop circuits, and an impedance-matched, jitter-resistant SRC4392 sample rate converter. Moreover, the sleek, modern design of the system complements any decor, adding a touch of elegance to your audio setup.

Wide-Frequency Range & Versatility

With a wide frequency range, the ACRO CA1000T maintains a consistent and high-quality performance across the complete audio spectrum. This audio system's versatility is apparent in its ability to function as a standalone or add-on to an existing audio system. The scalability to cater to speakers, headphones, and in-ear monitors positions the ACRO CA1000T as a desirable asset for all audio enthusiasts.

In Summary

Whether it's the superior audio quality, broad connectivity options, impeccable performance, sleek design, wide-frequency range, or the system's versatility, the Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T Desktop Audio System sets high benchmarks in every aspect. For those seeking a smooth and inspiring auditory journey that stays true to the original sound of music, the ACRO CA1000T is undoubtedly the zenith of high-resolution, premium audio systems.

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BrandsAstell&Kern
Product Specifications

Display

4.1-inch, 720 x 1280px touch screen

Supported Audio Formats

WAV, FLAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE, AAC, ALAC, AIFF, DFF, DSF

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), DSD512(1bit, 22.4MHz) Stereo

Output Level

Headphone Out: [Low] Unbalanced 2Vrms / Balanced 4Vrms (Condition No Load), [Mid] Unbalanced 4Vrms / Balanced 8Vrms (Condition No Load), [High] Unbalanced 6Vrms / Balanced 12Vrms (Condition No Load), [Super] Unbalanced 8Vrms / Balanced 15Vrms (Condition No Load)

Vacuum Tube

KORG Nutube 6P1 x2

DAC

ESS ES9039MPRO x4 (Dual-DAC)

Headphone Outputs

Unbalanced (3.5mm, 6.35mm) / Balanced (2.5mm, 4.4mm)

Analog Inputs / Outputs

RCA (Stereo pair) x1 / RCA (Stereo pair) x1, XLR (Stereo pair) x1

Digital Inputs / Outputs

Coaxial x1, Optical x1, USB(Type-C) x1 / Optical(3.5mm) x1, USB(Type-C) x1

Wi-Fi

802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz)

Bluetooth

V5.0 (A2DP, AVRCP, Qualcomm aptX HD, LDAC)

Dimensions

104.9mm[W] x 45mm[H] x 155.8mm[D]

Weight

980g

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