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Astell & Kern PD10 Portable Music Player

Astell & Kern PD10 Portable Music Player

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Description

The new Astell & Kern PD10 represents a bold new direction in product design and innovation. The PD10 embodies this evolution with a novel take on A&K’s iconic volume wheel design. The DAP offers a more intuitive and distinctive path to optimal sound.

The PD10 features the same innovative HEXA audio circuit design first developed for the flagship SP3000.  The PD10 consists of four AKM AK4498EX DACs and two separate AK4191EQ chips that handle digital signals.

Most digital players process digital and analog signals together inside the DAC. However, Astell&Kern’s advanced HEXA structure reduces the noise of the digital signal input through the AK4191EQ, a separate digital delta-sigma modulator, and the AK4498EX DAC is then designed to process the analog signals separately.

By physically and perfectly separating digital and analog signal processing, the PD10 delivers an astonishing level of sound that has seldom been experienced before.

Astell&Kern worked to overcome the limitations of sound by designing an independent dual audio circuit for unbalanced and balanced outputs. By creating two separate audio circuits, one for balanced output and a second for unbalanced output, Astell&Kern maximizes audio performance no matter what output is being used.

The PD10 is equipped with two distinct amplifiers.  Different sound tunings have been applied to each amp, taking into consideration the average impedance of connected earphones and headphones.

  • The Normal Gain AMP reproduces delicate details and delivers high-purity sound, faithfully reproducing the original sound.
  • The High Gain AMP excels in handling complex and dynamic sounds, rendering audio signals more vividly and with greater clarity for a more immersive listening experience.

With headphones or earphones connected, the PD10 instantly detects impedance and auto-adjusts the AMP. Its Smart Gain function ensures optimal amplifier matching, delivering a refined listening experience for all devices.

With the NOW OPTIONAL cradle, the PD10 transitions from a portable player to a home audio source, offering USB charging, digital input, and XLR balanced outputs for seamless connection to speakers or a two-channel system. Volume can be adjusted via the PD10 or set to a fixed line-out level, while an LED display indicates track bit-rate through color.

 

CRADLE:

When paired with the AK Cradle, the Astell&Kern SP4000 and PD10 transform into the ultimate music source — delivering uncompromised performance at home. With Roon Ready and Qobuz Connect certification, plus open-Android support for downloading your favorite streaming apps, you gain limitless access to high-resolution music for your 2-channel home system.

Placing the Astell&Kern DAP on the cradle instantly begins charging. When listening to music, the cradle provides a stable power supply when attached to an external USB power adapter, allowing you to stay immersed in your music for hours without worrying about battery life.

The XLR balanced outputs on the back of the cradle allows connection to a two-channel home audio system or directly to powered speakers. By connecting the DAP to speakers or amplifiers via the XLR output, you can enjoy the full high-resolution sound directly through your home audio system.

 

Specifications:

Audio Resolution
PCM: 8 ~ 768 kHz / 32-Bit
DSD128: 5.6 MHz / 1-Bit
DSD256: 11.2 MHz / 1-Bit
DSD512: 22.4 MHz / 1-Bit
Internal Storage
256 GB
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: microSD (Unspecified Type) [1.5 TB Maximum]
Operation Method
Physical Buttons, Touchscreen
Formats Supported
Audio: PCM, DSD, WAV, FLAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE, AAC, ALAC, AIFF, DFF, DSF
Wireless
Bluetooth 5.3 / Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Inputs/Outputs
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone, Line, Optical (Output)
1x 4.4 mm Balanced Headphone (Output)
1x USB-C Unspecified Interface (Input/Output)
Battery
1x Built-In Rechargeable Lithium-Polymer Battery 5770 mAh
Providing up to 15 Hours per Charge for Audio Playback
Audio
DAC
4x AK4498EX 32-Bit
External DAC Functionality
No
Audio Resolution
PCM: 8 ~ 768 kHz / 32-Bit
DSD128: 5.6 MHz / 1-Bit
DSD256: 11.2 MHz / 1-Bit
DSD512: 22.4 MHz / 1-Bit
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.066 dB (Unbalanced)
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.066 dB (Balanced)
20 Hz to 70 kHz ±0.62 dB (Unbalanced)
20 Hz to 70 kHz ±0.61 dB (Balanced)
Impedance
1 Ohms (Unbalanced 3.5 mm Out)
1.6 Ohms (Balanced 4.4 mm Out, Typical/Mid Gain)
Gain Settings
High1, Normal
Volume Control
Digital
THD + N
0.0007% at 1 kHz (Unbalanced)
0.0006% at 1 kHz (Balanced)
Signal to Noise Ratio
125 dB (Unbalanced 3.5 mm Out)
128 dB (Balanced 4.4 mm Out)
Clock Jitter
25 ps
Crosstalk
-137 dB at 1 kHz (Unbalanced 3.5 mm Out)
-138 dB at 1 kHz (Balanced 4.4 mm Out)
Balance Control
Yes
Custom Equalizer
Yes
Performance
Operating System
Proprietary
Internal Storage
256 GB
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: microSD (Unspecified Type) [1.5 TB Maximum]
Display
6" LCD
Operation Method
Physical Buttons, Touchscreen
Mobile App Compatible
No
Media Support
FM Tuner
No
Video Recording
No
Video Playback
No
Formats Supported
Audio: PCM, DSD, WAV, FLAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE, AAC, ALAC, AIFF, DFF, DSF
Connectivity
Bluetooth Codecs
AAC, aptX HD, LDAC, LHDC, SBC
Wireless
Bluetooth 5.3 / Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Inputs/Outputs
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone, Line, Optical (Output)
1x 4.4 mm Balanced Headphone (Output)
1x USB-C Unspecified Interface (Input/Output)
Built-In Mic
No
Power
Battery
1x Built-In Rechargeable Lithium-Polymer Battery 5770 mAh
Providing up to 15 Hours per Charge for Audio Playback
Charging Time
Full Charge: 4 Hours
General
System Requirements
Operating System
Windows 8, 10, 11
macOS10.7
Supported Languages
English
French
German
Japanese
Korean
Russian
Spanish
Environmental Resistance
No
Temperature
32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
3.0 x 5.9 x 0.7" / 75.4 x 149.5 x 17.3 mm
Weight
15.3 oz / 435 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
6.51 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.3 x 9.6 x 4.7"