Astell&Kern A&ultima SP3000T – The high-end audio player with authentic vacuum tube technology

Analog warmth meets digital perfection

The Astell&Kern A&ultima SP3000T sets new standards in the field of portable high-end audio players. As the first digital audio player from Astell&Kern, it combines the characteristic sound of authentic vacuum tubes with state-of-the-art digital technology, creating an exceptionally emotional musical experience. Thanks to innovative TERATON ALPHA technology, separate signal processing, and a unique triple-amp architecture, the SP3000T combines audiophile sound quality with maximum flexibility.

Authentic tube sound for an unmistakable listening experience

At the heart of the SP3000T are two meticulously selected RAYTHEON JAN6418 MIL-SPEC miniature vacuum tubes, which are prized worldwide for their warm, natural, and spatial sound. Each tube is measured individually and selected in pairs to ensure maximum channel balance and peak sonic precision.

Through elaborate silicone dampening and a specially developed housing, microphonic effects are effectively reduced. The result is an authentic analog sound with exceptional naturalness and impressive musicality.

Triple Amp System – Three sound characters in one player

For the first time, the A&ultima SP3000T offers a triple-amplifier system that can be individually adjusted to personal musical taste.

Tube Amp Mode

Experience the warm, harmonic sound of authentic vacuum tubes with natural spatiality and musical richness.

OP-AMP Mode

The pure operational amplifier mode ensures maximum neutrality, highest resolution, and exceptional dynamics – typical of Astell&Kern.

Hybrid AMP Mode

The innovative hybrid mode combines the strengths of both technologies. You can individually adjust the ratio between tube character and high-resolution digital precision across five levels.

Variable tube current control

With the exclusive Tube Current Control, the operating voltage of the tubes can be adjusted in three levels. This noticeably changes the sound characteristics – from particularly soft and musical to dynamic and detailed.

This allows the sound to be optimally adapted to different music genres and headphones.

TERATON ALPHA – The reference for sonic fidelity

The TERATON ALPHA technology developed by Astell&Kern combines state-of-the-art signal processing, intelligent power supply, low-vibration amplification, and an optimized output stage into a unique audio platform.

It consistently reduces interference and enables exceptionally precise, transparent, and natural music reproduction with impressive dynamics.

Separate digital and analog signal processing

For maximum sound purity, the SP3000T processes digital and analog signals completely separately.

With two AK4191EQ digital processors and two AK4499EX reference DACs, interference is minimized and signal quality is raised to a new level. This sophisticated architecture ensures extraordinary detail resolution, deeper bass, and impressive spatial imaging.

Silver-plated stainless steel housing

The high-quality housing is made of robust 316L stainless steel and features a 99.9% pure silver coating.

Silver has the highest electrical conductivity of all metals and simultaneously improves electromagnetic shielding. A special multi-layer seal permanently protects the surface from oxidation and maintains its exclusive shine.

Powerful hardware

Inside, a modern Qualcomm Snapdragon octa-core processor works with 8 GB of DDR4 RAM.

The powerful platform ensures fast response times, smooth operation, and sufficient power reserves for high-resolution music files and streaming services. At the same time, the optimized system-on-chip design reduces heat generation and interference noise.

Digital Audio Remaster (DAR)

The integrated Digital Audio Remaster (DAR) technology upsamples audio files to higher sampling rates, thereby improving detail, spatiality, and naturalness.

Even lower-quality recordings benefit from audibly more authentic reproduction with greater detail and a more harmonic sound image.

Retro-design VU meter

For the first time, an Astell&Kern player features a classic VU meter that displays the level in real time.

In addition to its practical function, the analog display gives the SP3000T an unmistakable vintage character and underlines the special musical experience.

SP3000T Copper Edition

With the Copper Edition, Astell&Kern presents a particularly exclusive version of the SP3000T.

The housing is made of 99.98% pure copper, which is known for its excellent electrical properties and positive resonance characteristics. A special multi-layer coating permanently protects the material from oxidation and preserves its characteristic shine.

Highlights of the Astell&Kern A&ultima SP3000T

• Authentic tube digital audio player with two RAYTHEON JAN6418 vacuum tubes

• Triple Amp System with Tube, OP-AMP, and Hybrid modes

• Variable tube current control in three levels

• TERATON ALPHA audio technology

• Separate digital and analog signal processing

• 2 × AK4191EQ digital processors and 2 × AK4499EX reference DACs

• Snapdragon octa-core processor with 8 GB RAM

• Digital Audio Remaster (DAR)

• VU meter user interface

• Silver-plated stainless steel housing

• Exclusive Copper Edition made of 99.98% pure copper

The Astell&Kern A&ultima SP3000T combines the emotional musicality of classic tube amplifiers with state-of-the-art digital technology and is one of the most innovative high-end digital audio players on the market. For audiophiles seeking uncompromising sound quality, luxurious craftsmanship, and maximum flexibility, the SP3000T sets new benchmarks.

Highlights of the Astell&Kern A&ultima SP3000T

· True vacuum tube digital audio player with dual RAYTHEON JAN6418 vacuum tubes

· Triple Amp System with Tube, OP-AMP, and Hybrid modes

· Variable tube current control in three levels

· TERATON ALPHA audio technology

· Separate digital and analog signal processing

· 2 × AK4191EQ digital processors and 2 × AK4499EX reference DACs

· Snapdragon octa-core processor with 8 GB of RAM

· Digital Audio Remaster (DAR)

· VU meter user interface

· Silver-plated stainless steel housing

· Exclusive Copper Edition made of 99.98% pure copper

Herstellerangaben:

Dreamus Company | Astell&Kern Unit
5, Bangbae-ro 18-gil, Seocho-gu
Seoul , Guangdong Province
South Korea
info@astellkernservice.de

Verantwortliche Person:

Hugo Park; Dreamus Company | Astell&Kern Unit
5, Bangbae-ro 18-gil, Seocho-gu
06664 , Seoul
South Korea
info@astellkernservice.de