{"product_id":"cayin-n3ultra-dap","title":"Cayin N3Ultra | Triple Timbre Digital Audio Player","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/cayin-logo-gold-shadow_430x.jpg?v=1691786430#\" alt=\"ALT text here\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 65%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eExperience the Elegance of Simplicity, Vintage Tubes, and Cutting Edge Sound with the Cayin N3Ultra\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic, modern, solid-state triple timbre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual AK4493S DAC mono mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo Raytheon JAN6418 military-grade miniature direct-heated pentode NOS vacuum tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5mm SE + 4.4mm Balanced phone and line outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine \u003ca title=\"Cayin N3Ultra Protective Leather DAP Case\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/cayin-n3ultra-case\"\u003eCayin Leather case available\u003c\/a\u003e in Blue or Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.cayin.cn\/drive\/9\/18\/656.html\" title=\"Cayin Support N3Ultra Firmware v1.3\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFirmware v1.3 available\u003c\/a\u003e with new features!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/cayin-n3ultra-one-lifestyle_2048x2048.jpg?v=1719522221\" alt=\"Cayin N3Ultra DAP leaning on pumic stone over vintage newspaper\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Beauty of Simplicity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe N3Ultra uses a fully-customized operating system streamlining to focus solely on audio application. Crafted with intention, the device provides an authentic and minimalist experience, allowing users to enjoy the new auditory pleasure brought by the vintage JAN6418 vacuum tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/cayin-n3ultra-features.jpg?v=1719255024\" alt=\"Cayin N3Ultra diagram with feature thumbnails\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShock Absorber and Suspension\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom-molded shock absorption Silicon housing to hold and shield the JAN6418 vacuum tube. Designed pairs of suspension pins into the CNC aluminum frame of N3Ultra, the JAN6418 is hanged vertically with suspension effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCayin integrated the miniature vacuum tube with the body frame, achieving multi-directional stress relief for the tube's filament. The DAP offers enhanced stability by introducing an appropriate amount of inter-stage loop NFB to inhibit the closed-loop gain. FET is employed to control the power supply of the vacuum tube and stabilize the working current of the tube filament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClassic. Modern. Solid-State\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of using the miniature pentode tube as an audio buffer, N3Ultra adopts Cayin's Gen3 vacuum tube technology and employed a two stage timbre circuit for JAN6418.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/cayin-n3ultra-tubes.jpg?v=1719602303\" alt=\"Cayin N3Ultra DAP profile highlighting active glowing tubes\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy varying the connection method of the screen grid of the pentode tube, the JAN6418 incorporates local NFB through the screen grid, resulting in two distinct styles of circuit response, distortion, and output impedance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDual Line Out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn top of a dedicated 3.5mm single-ended line out, the 4.4mm balanced output can be configured into Phone out or Line out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum compatibility with configurable output levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5mm: 2.1V (High), 1.6V (Mid), 1.0V (Low)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.4mm: 4.2V (High), 3.2V (Mid), 2.0V (Low)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis enables users to connect the N3Ultra to a variety of portable desktop and home audio devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Cayin N3Ultra on side connected to Macbook on wood table\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/cayin-n3ultra-ba4-lifestyle.jpg?v=1719603279\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClean and Unamplified\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLine Out is fixed voltage line level output bypassing volume control and headphone amplification. This serves as high quality source for headphone amplifier (portable or desktop) and integrated amplifier home audio systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplicability of Tube Timbres\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolid-State, Classic tube and Modern tube timbres are available to all analog outputs, including 3.5mm and 4.4mm headphone and line output options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVersatile Interface Expands Beyond DAP\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDAC\/Digital Transport\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB Audio (Input\/Output) - USB-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS\/PDIF Coaxial (Output) - USB-C embedded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmplifier\/Active Speakers (Line Out)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5mm Single-ended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.4mm Balanced (Shared)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeadphone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5mm Single-ended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.4mm Balanced (Shared)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Cayin N3Ultra left channel schematic\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/cayin-n3ultra-diagram.jpg?v=1719255519\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCustomizing with Parametric EQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 10-bands parametric EQ is specifically designed for the N3Ultra, offering unlimited sound tuning possibilities. This allows detailed customization of IEM pairing according to listening preferences, creating a personalized audio experience tailored to the user.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDigital Audio with Fully Differential Output\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDual \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.akm.com\/us\/en\/products\/audio\/audio-dac\/ak4493seq\/\" title=\"Asahi Kasei Microdevices AK4493xxx DAC\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAK4493S DAC\u003c\/a\u003e chipset operates in Mono mode for fully differential output. Independent DAC chips and analog audio circuits for each channel minimize crosstalk, enhancing the audio clarity and stereo separation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Precision\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmploys JRC NJW1195A 4-channel volume controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmploys (x2) Accusilicon AS318 Femtosecond Oscillators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow noise distortion resistance ladder analog volume chip commonly used in audiophile preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra low phase noise (-100dBC) maintaining signal conversion accuracy with significantly lower jitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-channel in one integrated controller offers high precision and lower power consumption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimize digital artifact and enhance the musicality and naturalness of playback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFast Charging, Long Playback Duration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe N3Ultra employs a hefty 3.85V 4500mAH Lithium battery with a carefully tuned power management system. Continuous playback is available up to 11.8 hours with 3.5mm SE connected IEM in solid-state timbre, and 7.6 hours with 4.4mm balanced connected IEM in vacuum tube timbre. Recharge quickly with QC3.0 which yields an 80% charge in about 1 hour!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh Performance + Portability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne TF card supports up to 1 TB, can further expand storage through OTG USB for flash drives and card readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.1\" 720x1280 touch screen, fast response times and high frame rates for clear, wide-angle viewing and intuitive operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCater to operational preferences, provides physical knob and buttons on top of touchscreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighing just 7.20 oz, the device is perfectly sized for one-handed use and pocket-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRuns on an Android-based system with a Qualcomm 425 CPU, offering a tailored UI for smooth and responsive control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Smart glowing HOME button serves as sampling rate indicator. It also doubles as BACK key for routine file\/menu operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Cayin N3Ultra with retail box and accessories on wood table\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/cayin-n3ultra-ba2-inthebox.jpg?v=1719601090\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cayin","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":41802509189195,"sku":"CAY-N3ULT","price":529.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":41802509221963,"sku":"CAY-N3ULT-OB","price":529.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/cayin-n3ultra-0-thumb.jpg?v=1719599916","url":"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/cayin-n3ultra-dap","provider":"Bloom Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}