{"product_id":"astell-kern-ak-sp3000m-dap","title":"Astell\u0026Kern A\u0026ultima SP3000M | Digital Audio Player","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 45%;\" alt=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern product logo red\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/astell-kern-horizontal-logo-cf203a-red.jpg?v=1676570802\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIntroducing the Astell\u0026amp;Kern SP3000M Digital Audio Player, the Lighter, Smaller Successor to the Legendary Flagship SP3000\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeightweight, smaller footprint, Aluminum-body successor to the \u003ca title=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern SP3000 Flagship DAP\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/collections\/astell-kern\/products\/astell-kern-sp3000\"\u003eSP3000 Flagship DAP\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures high-performance \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.qualcomm.com\/products\/internet-of-things\/industrial\/retail\/qcs6125\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSnapdragon 6125 8-Core CPU\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull separation of digital \/ analog processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for aptX™ HD and LDAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Astell\u0026amp;Kern \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/astell-kern-ak-sp3000m-leather-case\" title=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern A\u0026amp;ultima SP3000M Case Leather Case\"\u003eSP3000M premium leather upgrade case\u003c\/a\u003e available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/astell-kern-SP3000m-cn-lifestyle.webp?v=1738948972\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"AK SP3000M copper nickel finish x2 front and rear on desk with nickel finish lamp and plate\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"90%\" bgcolor=\"”#f6f6f6”\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #a30e0b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SP3000M brings a streamlined, compact experience to Astell\u0026amp;Kern’s flagship line, focusing on sonic precision and portability without sacrificing quality. While it may lose some of the \u003ca title=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern A\u0026amp;ultima SP3000\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/astell-kern-sp3000\"\u003eSP3000’s\u003c\/a\u003e grandiose low-end power, it retains its sibling’s acoustic detail and warmth in a more accessible, mobile format. This “less-is-more” approach results in a balanced, refined sound profile ideal for users seeking high-end performance on the go. The SP3000M is crafted for audiophiles who value immersive sound and premium build in a highly portable design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SP3000M’s primary goal is clear: offer the renowned SP3000 sound in a more compact, portable form—and it absolutely delivers. While there’s a bit less luxury in the build and the 2.5mm output is absent, the $1,000 price reduction makes it an impressive blend of sound quality and functionality. This DAP is arguably one of Astell\u0026amp;Kern’s most balanced offerings yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Addition by Subtraction: Astell\u0026amp;Kern SP3000M Review\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/blogs\/articles\/addition-by-subtraction-astell-kern-sp3000m-review\"\u003eRead our full review here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Q2cxz11uPvE?si=yWQbuG6kRry6_UCb\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSP3000M: Compact but Limitless Sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe “M” in SP3000M represents the diverse features offered in the player:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMini:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smaller in size than \u003ca title=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern A\u0026amp;ultima SP3000\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/astell-kern-sp3000\"\u003eSP3000\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMobility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Better portability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum:\u003c\/strong\u003e The BEST audio performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMania:\u003c\/strong\u003e For those passionate about SP3000M's vivid sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMate:\u003c\/strong\u003e A companion with you anywhere, any time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adding sentiment to the mundane of life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SP3000M’s design draws inspiration from a diamond ring, with the volume knob and protector evoking the tension of a jewel in its prongs. Its back glass features etched cross patterns, blending elements of \u003ca title=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern A\u0026amp;ultima SP3000\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/astell-kern-sp3000\"\u003eSP3000\u003c\/a\u003e with the unique concept of “Tension,” highlighting where patterns meet at the corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"SP3000 and SP3000M rear side-by-side on wood beam industrial\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/astell-kern-sp3000m-ba-comparison.webp?v=1738084090\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSP3000 vs. SP3000M\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSP3000\u003c\/strong\u003e (2022)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSP3000M\u003c\/strong\u003e (2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMSRP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e$3699\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e$2299\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCPU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQualcomm 6125 Octa-Core\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQualcomm 6125 Octa-Core\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDAC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(x2) AK4191EQ \u0026amp; (x4) AK4499\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(x2) AK4191EQ \u0026amp; (x4) AK4499\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisplay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.5\" 1080x1920\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.1\" 720x1280\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDAR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e384kHz\/DSD256\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e384kHz\/DSD64\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutputs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.5mm, 3.5mm (SPDIF), 4.4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.5mm, 4.4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePCM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e32bit\/768kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e32bit\/768kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDSD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative DSD512\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative DSD512\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSNR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e130dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e130dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrosstalk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-145dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-144dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTHD+N\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.0004% @1kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.0003% @1kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMemory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e256GB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e256GB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWiFi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.4\/5GHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.4\/5GHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.0 (aptX-HD, LDAC, LHDC)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.0 (aptX-HD, LDAC, LHDC)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBattery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5050mAh (about 10hrs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4200mAh (about 10hrs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSB-C, QC3.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSB-C, QC3.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless Steel 904L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAluminum 316L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e17.4 oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8.4 oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.2” x 5.5” x 0.7”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.7\" x 4.7 x 0.7\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWheel LED\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete HEXA Separation of Digital and Analog\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SP3000M retains the innovative Hexa audio circuit design of the \u003ca title=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern A\u0026amp;ultima SP3000\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/astell-kern-sp3000\"\u003eSP3000\u003c\/a\u003e, featuring four flagship \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akm.com\/content\/dam\/documents\/products\/audio\/audio-dac\/ak4499exeq\/ak4499exeq-en-productbrief.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAKM AK4499EX DACs\u003c\/a\u003e and two \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akm.com\/us\/en\/products\/audio\/audio-dac\/ak4191eq\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAK4191EQ chips\u003c\/a\u003e for separate digital signal processing. Unlike most DAPs which rely on a single DAC for both unbalanced and balanced outputs, the SP3000M employs all 6 DACs to create separate circuits, eliminating the need for signal-reducing audio switches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis advanced structure reduces noise by isolating digital and analog signals, delivering unparalleled 130dB SNR for vivid, true-to-life sound. Despite its compact size, the SP3000M achieves the same exceptional audio quality as its predecessor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/SP3000M-circuits.webp?v=1726080921\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" alt=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern SP3000M audio circuit diagram\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Features and Enhancements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnapdragon 8-Core CPU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSnapdragon 6125 Octa-core processor paired with 8GB of DDR4 memory into a single SoC delivers fast system response, smooth UI, and optimal efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound Design with DAC Filters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy creating your own sound style by selecting up to 6 different DAC filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Audio Remaster\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSP3000M is equipped with Digital Audio Remaster (DAR) technology, developed to deliver fine, vivid sound at higher sample rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWireless Hi-Fi Sound via BT Sink\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy playback from an external device (ie. smartphone) in high-quality using the BT Sink function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic 'ReplayGain' and Uniform Volume Adjust\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReplayGain adjusts sound sources with different volumes to identical levels so you can enjoy your own playlists seamlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative DSD512\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSP3000M supports Native DSD512 and up to 32bit\/768kHz!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilver-Plated Shield Can\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShield can is applied to prevent noise and EMI from affecting the audio block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeraton Alpha, the Essence of A\u0026amp;K Audio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTERATON ALPHA technology ensures playback that faithfully reproduces the original sound through noise removal, power management, amplification, and seamless audio output interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVU Meter GUI\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduced with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/astell-kern-ak-sp3000t-dap\" title=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern SP3000T Digital Audio Player\"\u003eSP3000T\u003c\/a\u003e, this iconic tool displays voice signal voltage levels for precise volume monitoring while adding retro charm to the device’s design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/astell-kern-SP3000m-ba0-lifestyle.webp?v=1730734910\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern SP3000M rear warm eye level on wood beam with large black rope\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Astell\u0026Kern","offers":[{"title":"Rich Gray","offer_id":41220690411595,"sku":"3PPF4390-CMBL01","price":2530.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Copper Nickel","offer_id":41279789727819,"sku":"AK-SP3000M-CN","price":2970.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Copper Nickel - Open Box","offer_id":41625717669963,"sku":"AK-SP3000M-CN-OB","price":2970.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rich Gray - Open Box","offer_id":42096457089099,"sku":"3PPF4390-CMBL01-OB","price":2270.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/astell-kern-SP3000-M-2-thumb.webp?v=1738939965","url":"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/astell-kern-ak-sp3000m-dap","provider":"Bloom Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}