Astell&Kern A&Ultima SP1000M Portable Player

Ultra Portable & Ultra Performance,  Introducing The A&ultima SP1000M

Astell&Kern constantly strives to master the philosophy of delivering original sound. So far, we believe that the A&ultima SP1000 is the optimal product that produces the highest-quality audio.

We were not sure whether it was possible to come up with a product that is different from the SP1000 while delivering the same sound quality, but we decided to take up the challenge so that more people could experience our products’ fidelity.

There were many trials and tribulations in making the SP1000, our best product, smaller. We were determined to not compromise sound quality in the process, and we ultimately developed the second A&ultima product, the SP1000M.

Key Features

• Octa-Core CPU for Next-Level Performance
• AK4497EQ Dual DAC for Highest Sound Quality
• 4.1 Inch HD Display
• Highest Quality Audio of SP1000
• Portable and Durable Aluminum Body
• DNLA-Based AK Connect App
• Open APP Service

The lightweight and portability of the SP1000M enables the user to enjoy original sound playback anytime and anywhere. The A&ultima SP1000M achieves greater portability, without sacrificing the level of performance found in the original SP1000.

Using Open APP Service

The Open APP Service enables the user to install specific APK music streaming apps to the device.

Copy the desired APK into the Open Service folder of the product and install the relevant App in the Menu-Service of the product.

Advanced User Interface

While the A&ultima SP1000M has the same intuitive menu composition as its predecessor, the SP1000, its user interface has been improved with the optional Virtual Back Key, which enables users to control the device more easily and conveniently.

Use the Floating feature to place the Virtual Back Key at a desired location or disable it by simply dragging it to the middle of the screen or turning it off from the Settings menu.

Great Performance for the Ultimate Experience

The A&ultima SP1000M is equipped with an octa-core CPU which allows the player to produce the exact musical detail present in the original recording without distortion and provides a quick, lag-free operation.

The A&ultima SP1000M features faster booting times, speedy file transfers, lag-free processing and a new intuitive user interface for the ultimate player experience.

Ultimate Sound Quality

The latest AK4497EQ dual-DAC design and the upgraded CPU in the A&ultima SP1000M allows for accurate playback of native 32bit/384kHz audio with no compromise on sound quality. The music is played back, bit-for-bit, just as the artist and engineer intended for it to be heard.

The A&ultima SP1000M also supports native bit-to-bit DSD playback up to 11.2MHz for the best sound possible.

Faster Charging, Quicker File Transfer

Next generation USB Type-C support allows file transfer speeds up to 10Gbps and supports both data transfer and charging from the same cable.

USB 3.0 protocol transfers data twice as fast when compared to other Astell&Kern players.
Charging with a fast charger (at 9V/1.67A) takes only 3 hours and allows up to 10 hours of continuous playback.

* The maximum 10-hour continuous play is based on 16-bit/44 kHz, FLAC file format, screen off, 75 of volume playback.
* Fast charger (9V/1.67A) and general Charger (5V/2A) are not included in the package.

MQA

MQA (Master Quality Authenticated) is an award-winning British technology that delivers the sound of the original master recording.
The master MQA file is fully authenticated and is small enough to stream or download. Visit mqa.co.uk for more information.
Astell&Kern SP1000M includes MQA technology, which enables you to play back MQA audio files and streams, delivering the sound of the original master recording.

Specifications

• Model – SP1000M
• Body Color – Lapis Blue
• Body Material – Aluminum
• Display – 4.1inch (720 x 1,280) Touchscreen
• Supported Audio Formats – WAV, FLAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE, AAC, ALAC, AIFF, DFF, DSF, MQA
• Sample rate – PCM : 8kHz ~ 384kHz (8/16/24/32bits per Sample) / DSD Native: DSD64(1bit 2.8MHz), Stereo / DSD128(1bit 5.6MHz), Stereo / DSD256(1bit 11.2MHz), Stereo
• Output Level – Unbalance 2.1Vrms / Balance 4.2Vrms (Condition No Load)
• CPU – Octa-Core
• DAC – AKM AK4497EQ x2 (Dual DAC)
• Decoding – Support up to 32bit / 384kHz Bit to Bit Decoding
• Input – USB Type-C (3.0) input (data transfer (PC & MAC)) / Connection Mode : MTP (Media Device)
• Outputs – PHONES (3.5mm) / Balanced Out (2.5mm, only 4-pole supported)
• Wi-Fi – 802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz)
• Bluetooth – V4.1 (A2DP, AVRCP, aptXTM HD)
• Dimensions – 2.67 ”(67.9 mm) [W] x 4.60 ”(117 mm) [H] x 0.66 ”(16.9 mm) [D]
• Weight – 7.16 oz (203 g)
• Feature Enhancements – Firmware upgrades supported (OTA)