Full Description
High-Quality DACs
The Astell & Kern HC2 DAC amplifier cable offers sharp audio signals thanks to 2 Cirrus Logic CS43198 MasterHIFI™ DACs that will enhance your favourite songs. The MasterHIFI™-level DAC is also on hand to boost your music and supply premium audio. The HC2 is also equipped with Native DSD256 and 32-bit/384kHz which upscales the playback quality and lets you get engrossed in the music.
Clear Audio
Enjoy a clean, crisp sound through your headphones via the 4.4mm balanced output that can connect to a variety of headphones and produce an exciting, Hi-Fi sound. The HC2 is equipped with a 4Vrms power output, a rear audio output design, and a dual noise-shielded cable to offer world-class audio and long durability.
Stress-Free Control
The Astell & Kern HC2 cable can connect seamlessly to Windows 10/11, Macs, smartphones and tablets through a USB-C port. This will amplify the quality of your favourite music. The volume can also be controlled from an easy-to-use Andriod OS app, giving you ample control over the audio. The HC2’s compact design also allows for easy portability.
Features
- 4.4mm balanced output offers great audio for your headphones
- 4Vrms output provides a powerful sound
- Dual-shielded cable supplies solid audio and huge longevity
- 2 Cirrus Logic CS43198 MasterHIFI™ DACs and 1 MasterHIFI™-level DAC transmit great audio signals
- Native DSD256 and 32-bit/384kHz offer incredible playback quality
- Rear audio output design reduces distortion and background noise
- Android OS app provides effective volume control
- Compatible with Andriod, IOS, PCs, and Macs
- Compact design enables easy portability
Specifications
General
| Model | AK HC2 |
|---|---|
| Body Material | Aluminum |
| Body Color | Dark Silver |
| DAC | CS43198 Dual |
| Sample Rate | PCM: Support up to 32bit/384kHz
DSD Native: DSD64(1bit 2.8MHz), Stereo
DSD128(1bit 5.6MHz), Stereo / DSD256(1bit 11.2MHz), Stereo |
| Input | USB Type-C Input(for Windows 10,11, Android, iOS smartphone & Tablet PC, macOS) |
| Output | 4.4mm balanced out |
| Dimensions | USB Plug: 12 x 21 x 6.5mm
4.4mm Headphone: 22.8 x 60 x 12.1mm |
| Weight | About 29g |
Audio Performance
| Frequency Response | ±0.011dB (Condition: 20Hz~20kHz) Balanced
±0.145dB (Condition: 20Hz~70kHz) Balanced |
|---|---|
| Signal to Noise Ratio | 122dB @ 1kHz, Balanced |
| THD+N | 0.0004% @ 1kHz, Balanced |
| IME SMPTE | 0.0003%, 800Hz 10kHz (4:1), Balanced |
| Output Impedance | 4.4mm (1.5ohm) |
| Output Power or Voltage | 4Vrms (condition No Load) |













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