Astell&Kern, the renowned Korean audio brand, has introduced two new products in advance of High-End Munich 2024. The first is the SP3000T, a portable player that features tube amplification for analog warmth. This innovative device offers a Triple Amp System with customized sound profiles that can utilize tube amplification, a digital op-amp, or a combination of both technologies. The SP3000T boasts outputs for headphones with 2.5mm, 3.5mm, or 4.4mm connectors, catering to personal listening preferences.
In addition to the SP3000T, Astell&Kern has launched their latest creation in collaboration with Empire Ears, the NOVUS in-ear monitors. These premium earphones combine Astell&Kern’s audio engineering expertise with Empire Ear’s cutting-edge technology to provide an unparalleled audio experience. The NOVUS IEMs are designed to complement the SP3000T, delivering exceptional sound quality with a focus on every detail of a recording.
The SP3000T is meticulously crafted with a stainless steel body and 99.9% pure silver plating, exuding a classic aesthetic that complements its vintage tube amp vibe. The player is powered by a Snapdragon 6125 Octa-core processor and features 8GB of DDR4 memory, offering double the amount of RAM found in most DAPs. With a Hybrid Amp Mode that combines analog and high-resolution output and the use of AKM’s latest flagship DAC, the AKM AK4499EX, the SP3000T produces high-quality sound that separates digital and analog signals for exceptional clarity.
Astell&Kern’s NOVUS IEMs are a limited-edition release that promises an unparalleled in-ear audio experience for audiophiles. These premium earphones are designed to extract all audio signals from the SP3000T, combining analog vacuum tube sound with ultra-high-resolution original sound. With dual purpose-built W9+ dynamic drivers, aluminum shells finished in diamond-like carbon, and a custom-made four-wire hybrid copper, gold, and silver cable, the NOVUS IEMs offer a luxurious and technologically advanced design.
The A&ultima SP3000T is currently available for purchase from Astell&Kern at a price of $2,999. The NOVUS IEMs are set to be released towards the end of May and will retail for $4,999. These products are crafted with precision and care, utilizing the latest technology to deliver an unparalleled audio experience. More information can be found on Astell&Kern’s website for those interested in these high-end audio products.
