Astell&Kern SP3000T

The Astell&Kern SP3000T is the A&ultima flagship, the result of Astell&Kern's pursuit of a digital audio player that combines the resolution and precision of the SP3000's solid-state architecture with the natural warmth and dimensionality of vacuum tube amplification, in a single device that defines what a flagship portable audio player can be.

Type and Technology

Flagship digital audio player with hybrid solid-state and vacuum tube output stage. Dual AK4499EX DAC chips. Octa-core processor. Solid-state and vacuum tube output modes, switchable from the player's interface. 3.5mm single-ended, 2.5mm balanced, and 4.4mm Pentaconn balanced outputs. Wi-Fi streaming with support for Tidal, Spotify, Amazon Music, and others. Bluetooth with aptX HD. MQA full decoder. Android-based OS for streaming app compatibility.

Sound Character

In solid-state mode, the SP3000T delivers the SP3000's reference-class precise and detailed presentation. In tube mode, the output stage adds warmth, harmonic richness, and spatial dimensionality that transforms the listening experience, a genuinely different character that is complementary to the solid-state mode rather than simply softer. The ability to switch between the two without additional components makes the SP3000T the most tonally versatile flagship DAP ever made.

Build and Finish

Premium machined chassis with A&K's characteristic attention to surface finish and build quality. Physical volume control. Large, high-quality display. Available in Titan Black.

Best For

Audiophiles who want the flexibility of both solid-state and tube sound in a single flagship digital audio player, and those who want the emotional quality of tube amplification in a genuinely portable format.

What's in the Box

• Astell&Kern SP3000T
• USB-C cable
• Leather case
• Documentation

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