{"product_id":"astell-kern-sp3000","title":"Astell\u0026Kern A\u0026ultima SP3000 | Flagship Digital Audio Player","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 40%;\" 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\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\ntable, th, td {\n  background-color: #f6f6f6;\n}\nth, td {\n  padding: 20px;\n}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"90%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #a30e0b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**DISCONTINUED: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAstell\u0026amp;Kern's SP3000 DAP is sold out and discontinued. Check out the newest, smaller, lighter-weight version, the \u003ca title=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern A\u0026amp;ultima SP3000M Digital Audio Player\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/astell-kern-ak-sp3000m-dap\"\u003eA\u0026amp;K SP3000M\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePresenting the Astell\u0026amp;Kern SP3000, the Latest Flagship from the Leading DAP Creators\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlatinum Limited Edition \u003c\/strong\u003elimited to 300 units globally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlagship DAP with Snapdragon 6125 8-Core CPU\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorld's 1st use of 904L Stainless steel for body: high resistance to corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorld's 1st DAP with full separation of digital \/ analog processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll new player UI + upgraded audio and system performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for aptX™ HD and LDAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Astell\u0026amp;Kern premium \u003ca title=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern A\u0026amp;ultima SP3000 Leather Case\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/astell-kern-sp3000-case\"\u003eblack leather upgrade case\u003c\/a\u003e available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\ntable, th, td {\n  background-color: #f6f6f6;\n}\nth, td {\n  padding: 20px;\n}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable bgcolor=\"”#f6f6f6”\" width=\"90%\"\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 time is now. Even after its performance and UI started showing considerable signs of age, we still considered SP2000 to be the best sounding portable DAP in the world, and with the release of SP3000, the crown has finally been passed on to a successor. If you're looking for the best DAP in the world, the SP3000 is the new king.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/blogs\/articles\/most-anticipated-heir-astell-kern-ak-sp3000-review\" title=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern SP3000 Review\"\u003eRead the full review.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed some guidance getting your music files onto your Astell\u0026amp;Kern DAP? Check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/blogs\/articles\/how-do-i-get-music-onto-my-astell-kern-dap\" title=\"How to Get Your Music on Your Astell\u0026amp;Kern DAP\"\u003eupdated Audiophile 101 guide\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\/1HWBdPVS2as\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMonument for Masterpiece: SP3000 24K Gold LE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on its innovative technology and perfect design, the A\u0026amp;ultima SP3000 received the highest praise from audiophiles and media outlets worldwide, for opening a new horizon with sound that reaches the pinnacle of DAPs. Astell\u0026amp;Kern sought to commemorate the monumental success of the SP3000 by introducing the 24K Gold Limited Edition crafted with gold, the most valuable metal in human history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA\u0026amp;K started with the innovative Stainless Steel 904L material used for the first time in the SP3000 and plated it with 24K pure gold to capture the pinnacle sound of the SP3000 in a metal of extreme luxury and value. Gold has a beautiful luster, does not rust, is highly valued due to its rarity, and has excellent electrical conductivity, so it is used as a top-quality component for semiconductors and high-end audio. However, the highest purity 24K gold is difficult to handle due to its low hardness, so extremely meticulous processes were required to complete the SP3000 24K Gold Limited Edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo deliver the highest quality product without compromise, Astell\u0026amp;Kern used a wet process for pure gold plating (plating thickness of 0.5um+\/- 20%) rather than simply a surface treatment. To fully highlight the SUS 904L material and gold plating, nickel plating was first applied, followed by the 24K gold plating, and then an AF coating was applied to harden the surface and prevent fingerprints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SP3000 24K Gold Limited Edition is a monumental design that fully expresses Astell\u0026amp;Kern's brand philosophy. Discover a new horizon for premium audio players with the unique beauty of timeless metals, and the amazing sound of the SP3000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SP3000 24K Gold Limited Edition includes a special leather case and package exclusive to this limited edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/astell-kern-sp3000-au-0-lifestyle.jpg?v=1701820819\" alt=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern SP3000 gold edition with whiskey bottle and poured glass\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInnovations: World's First Use of 904L for Body Material\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo achieve the goal of 'providing the best, unrivaled value with innovative and uncompromising design and craftsmanship,' the SP3000 uses 904L stainless steel never attempted before in a portable DAP. Due to its extra amounts of chromium, molybdenum, nickel, and copper, 904L features superior resistance to corrosion, rust, and acids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern SP3000 highlighting mirror finish\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ak-sp3000-ba1-lifestyle_2048x2048.jpg?v=1676565433\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTERATON ALPHA, The Essence of A\u0026amp;K Audio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only is the latest DAC and technology available used, but also implemented is the innovative audio technology of AK's Ultimate Sound Solution \u003cstrong\u003eTERATON ALPHA\u003c\/strong\u003e, refined for the SP3000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"462\" width=\"676\" alt=\"Closeup of Teraton circuit board\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1202\/6638\/files\/SP3000_TERATON_ALPHA.png?v=1663011084\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Use of AKM's Latest Flagship DAC\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe world's first quad (x4) \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.akm.com\/content\/dam\/documents\/products\/audio\/audio-dac\/ak4499exeq\/ak4499exeq-en-productbrief.pdf\" title=\"AKM AK4499EX DAC Product Brief\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eflagship AK4499EX DAC\u003c\/a\u003e is implemented in the SP3000, along with the HEXA-Audio Circuitry structure design in which dual \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.akm.com\/us\/en\/products\/audio\/audio-dac\/ak4191eq\" title=\"AK AK4191EQ Digital Modulator Product Overview\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAK4191EQ digital signal processors\u003c\/a\u003e are applied separately, the magic behind the renowned A\u0026amp;K sound. Additionally, a silver-plated shield is applied to prevent noise and electromagnetic interference from affecting the audio block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"AKM DAC circuit board and diagram\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1202\/6638\/files\/SP3000_Signal_Processing.png?v=1663011850\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndependent Dual Audio Circuit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn order to create a truly innovative DAP, A\u0026amp;K overcame several sound limitations by implementing never-before-attempted tech: a HEXA-Audio Circuitry structure with unbalanced and balanced outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Diagram comparing typical audio circuitry structure with the SP3000 circuitry structure\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1202\/6638\/files\/SP3000_Circuitry_Structure.png?v=1663012946\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSnapdragon 8-Core CPU and New UI\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSP3000 is equipped with a Snapdragon 6125 Octa-Core processor and 8GB of DDR4 memory for fast system response, and a redesigned, next-gen smooth interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the newly developed UI, the SP3000 focuses on the process and experience of listening to music, making it a DAP where you forget the tech and simply enjoy the moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"425\" width=\"773\" alt=\"Screenshots of the SP3000 user interface\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1202\/6638\/files\/SP3000_GUI_002.png?v=1663029177\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSound Design With DAC Filters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the SP3000, you can have fun creating your own sound style by selecting and combining up to 6 different DAC filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1202\/6638\/files\/SP3000_DAC_Filters.png?v=1663013617\" alt=\"List of sound filters and remarks for each\" width=\"1023\" height=\"605\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Features and Enhancements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Audio Remaster\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe SP3000 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\u003e5.46\" Full HD Display\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExperience the SP3000 more comfortably with a wide 5.46\", large-screen, full HD display.\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\u003eThe SP3000 supports Native DSD512 and up to 32bit\/768kHz!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Goat Leather Case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe SP3000 comes with a French goatskin leather case for A\u0026amp;K style and protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e HD 5.46” 1080x1920 Touch Display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupported Formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e WAV, FLAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE, AAC, ALAC, AIFF, DFF, DSF, MQA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCM:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8kHz ~ 768kHz (8\/16\/24\/32bits per Sample)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDSD Native\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDSD64 (1bit 2.8MHz) Stereo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDSD128 (1bit 5.6MHz) Stereo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDSD256 (1bit 11.2MHz) Stereo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDSD512 (1bit 22.4MHz) Stereo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e UnBAL 3.3Vrms | BAL 6.3Vrms (No Load)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCPU:\u003c\/strong\u003e Octa-core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e AKM AK4191 (x2) \u0026amp; AK4499EX (x4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Support up to 32bit\/768kHz Playback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-C input (for charging \u0026amp; PC\/MAC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnBAL (3.5mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical (3.5mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBAL 2.5mm (4-pole)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBAL 4.4m (5-pole)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWi-Fi:\u003c\/strong\u003e 802.11 a\/b\/g\/n\/ac (2.4\/5GHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth:\u003c\/strong\u003e V5.0 (A2DP, AVRCP, Qualcomm® aptX™HD, LDAC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.24” x 5.48” x 0.72”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirmware upgrade supported (OTG)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in Memory:\u003c\/strong\u003e 256GB [NAND]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Memory:\u003c\/strong\u003e microSD x1 (Max. 1TB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA\u0026amp;ultima SP3000 Device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen Leather Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB Type-C Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.astellnkern.com\/system\/download.jsp?type=bbs\u0026amp;subType=download\u0026amp;filename=20221011143543_4593b5c2-bbc4-4282-8649-419f8b8e487a.pdf\u0026amp;name=SP3000_instruction+book_ENG_220730.pdf\" title=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern SP3000 User Manual English\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuick Start Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/us.astellnkern.com\/pages\/policies\" title=\"Astell \u0026amp; Kern Policy Page\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAstell\u0026amp;Kern 1 Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e Card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emicroSD card slot cover (x2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective Film (Front \u0026amp; Back)\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-sp3000-accessories_1024x1024.jpg?v=1676568217\" alt=\"Astell\u0026amp;Kern SP3000 with included accessories\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Astell\u0026Kern","offers":[{"title":"Silver","offer_id":39852367249483,"sku":"3PPF419C-CMSIN1","price":3299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black","offer_id":39852367216715,"sku":"3PPF419C-CMBLN1","price":3299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Platinum Limited Edition","offer_id":40936119992395,"sku":"3PPF419C-CMWEN1","price":3999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/sp3000-main-new.jpg?v=1721415761","url":"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/astell-kern-sp3000","provider":"Bloom Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}