{"product_id":"astell-kern-sp2000t-portable-hi-res-music-player-0u2lie","title":"Astell\u0026Kern SP2000T Portable Hi-Res Music Player","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003eTriple AMP System is the Next Generation of AMP Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SP2000T exceeds the standard approach to AMP Mode selection, based on the type of music you are listening to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect between TUBE AMP mode, OP AMP mode or the brand new HYBRID AMP mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOP AMP mode puts Astell\u0026amp;Kern's AMP technology expertise to use, delivering extreme clarity and dynamic sound, while TUBE AMP mode provides a uniquely warm and musical sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHYBRID AMP mode - a first for digital audio players - enhances the resolution and clarity of the existing TUBE AMP mode to express more musical detail. HYBRID AMP mode combines the advantages of retro analog performance and high-resolution output, giving you the pleasure of a brand new tonal characteristic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the unique sound enhancements that AMP technology has to offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003eVacuum Tube Amplifier Compatible with 2.5mm, 3.5mm, and 4.4mm Output Jacks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SP2000T supports all output types, with no restriction on the type of receiver used, so you can enjoy the unique characteristics of the vacuum tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003eReal Vacuum Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with the portable-friendly dual-triode KORG Nutube, for a unique TUBE AMP sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNutube offers a reliable continuous playback time of approximately 30,000 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features an anode grid filament structure which operates the same as a triode vacuum tube. It's much smaller, consumes far less power and yet delivers the same audio with rich overtones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003eHybrid AMP Mode\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHYBRID AMP mode, supported for the first time by a DAP, is the essence of Astell\u0026amp;Kern's advanced AMP design technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew combinations of sounds can be enjoyed in HYBRID AMP mode, which is based on the OP AMP sound and addition of tasteful warm tones unique to TUBE AMP technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003eInternal Mechanical Design to Minimize Noise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead\"\u003eSpecial Design to Minimize Microphonic Noise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSP2000T features a special design tailored to minimize microphonics (the phenomenon wherein the vacuum tubes generate noise even from a small external impact).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple design iterations and verifications have been performed over a long period of time to fix the structural issues of vacuum tubes that generate microphonic noise even from a small impact or vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor minimization of mechanical impact and vibration, both sides of the vacuum tube are fixed with flexible silicone covers, and the vacuum tube has been modularized so it is physically separate from the PCB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAstell\u0026amp;Kern goes to great lengths to innovate and design these small components that make a big difference in the quality and sound of their products that no other manufacturer can match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead\"\u003eSeparation Using Magnetic Polarity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA structure that uses magnetic forces to float the amp in the air, thus minimizing noise from the vacuum tube itself, which is generated when it is exposed to mechanical impact or vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead\"\u003eSilver Plating Shield Can\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAstell\u0026amp;Kern products apply shield cans so that noise and electromagnetic interference, which occur when the countless parts are in operation, do not affect the audio block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SP2000T has taken it a step further by applying highly conductive, hyper-pure silver plating on the existing shield cans for perfect shielding that provides excellent audio performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003eQuad-DAC for Perfection of Superior Sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SP2000T is equipped with four ES9068AS DACs, this allows two DACs per channel for dedicated decoding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SP2000T achieves a more detailed and balanced sound with great depth and spatial realism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Astell\u0026Kern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45319643365399,"sku":"AK:SP2000T-BLK","price":374.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/0639\/6439\/files\/blxy35tzoxyb_9672e9c7-c6e3-4b24-b8b0-927c966fdfde.jpg?v=1784652826","url":"https:\/\/audiodvice.shop\/products\/astell-kern-sp2000t-portable-hi-res-music-player-0u2lie","provider":"Wild Fern Baby Essentials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}