Astell&Kern PD10 + Cradle

Complete Separation of Digital and Analog Signals in a HEXA-Audio Circuitry Structure Astell&Kern equipped the PD10 with the same innovative HEXA audio circuit design first developed for the flagship SP3000.  The PD10consists of four AKM AK4498EX DACs and two separate AK4191EQ chips that handle digital signals.  The PD10 is the world’s first DAP incorporating the newly released AK4498EX chip.  Most digital players process digital and analog signals together inside the DAC. However, Astell&Kern’s advanced HEXA structure reduces the noise of the digital signal input through the AK4191EQ, a separate digital delta-sigma modulator, and the AK4498EX DAC is then designed to process the analog signals separately. By physically and perfectly separating digital and analog signal processing, the PD10 delivers an astonishing level of sound that has seldom been experienced before. Stunning Audio Performance with Independent Dual Audio Circuits To create not just a great DAP, but a truly i