AudioQuest DragonFly Red USB DAC / Headphone Amplifier / PreampThe AudioQuest DragonFly is a digital-to-analog converter housed in a compact USB-dongle and equipped with features similar to a headphone amplifier/preamp. It boasts 32bit ESS 9016 DAC chip, which uses a minimum-phase digital filter to deliver dynamic music. The 64bit, bit-perfect digital volume control on the DAC chip ensures maximum fidelity and signal-to-noise ratio.TECHNICAL SPECS:
Audio Resolution: Up to 24bit/96kHz
Micro-controller: Microchip PIC32MX
DAC Chip: ESS 9016 32bit
Volume Control: 64Bit, Bit-Perfect Digital
Output Voltage: 2.1V
Compatibility: Windows 7 / 8.1 / 10; Apple OS X; Apple iOS (5 and newer); Android 4.1 and newer
USB Protocol: Asynchronous USB Streamlength
Connectors: Digital Input: 1 x USB Type-A; male | Analog Output: 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS stereo; female
Ports: USB 3.1 Type-C with 9v/14.5v/15v/20v, 2A output | USB 3.0 with 900mA output | USB 2.0 with 500mA output
Supported Memory Cards: SD/SDHC/SDXC, SD3.0 UHS-1
Transfer Speed Capacity: Up to 104Mbps
Compatible devices that support data transfer and charge: Macbook 2015 / 2016, Pro 13" / Pro 15", Google Chromebook 2016, Microsoft Lumia 950 / 950XL
Compatible devices that support data transfer only: Huawei Matebook 2016, Dell XPS13/XPS15, Asus Zenbook 3, Samsung TabPro S, HP Spectre Notebook, Lenovo Yoga, Xiaomi Mi Notebook, Nexus 6P
- TRANSFERS AUDIO WITH LOW JITTER AND MINIMAL PACKET ERROR - The DragonFly Red uses sophisticated Asynchronous USB Streamlength Protocol to transfer the audio data from a computer to your headphones. This protocol doesn't require additional drivers. Simply plug-and-play DragonFly Red on your Windows or Apple PC.
- PROVIDES 3-DIMENSIONALITY TEXTURE TO YOUR AUDIO - Compared to DragonFly V1.2 and Black, the Red variation employs 64bit, bit-perfect digital volume control inside the ESS 9016 chip. It provides excellent fidelity and dynamic contrast to your audio data.
- PRODUCES MORE DETAILED SOUND - The digital signal processor chip on the DragonFly Red uses 32bit ESS 9016, which surpasses the ESS 9010 in overall performances. The DAC chip uses a sophisticated minimum-phase digital filter to deliver a more natural dynamic music.
- CONSUMES LESS BATTERY LIFE - This USB DAC/headphone amp/preamp uses Microchip PIC32MX microcontroller, which consumes 77% lower power compared to DragonFly V1.2's Instruments TAS1020b. The DragonFly Red doesn't quickly drain the battery of your Apple or iOS smartphone.
- INCLUDES - AudioQuest DragonFly Red USB DAC / Headphone Amplifier / Preamp. Blucoil USB Type-C Hub with Pass-Through Charging and 7 Ports: 1 x USB Type-C, 3x USB 3.0, 1x 4K HDMI (may not work for Android phones), 1x MicroSD, 1x SD.
