Astell&Kern A&futura SE180 Digital Audio Player by Addicted to Audio
The third product in the A&futura line, the SE180, continues the trend of exciting innovation for Astell&Kern products, while providing the uncompromised sound quality Astell&Kern is famous for. With the SE180, premium Hi-Fi Sound is now available through the use of interchangeable, all-in-one modules, by Astell&Kern. Like the SE200, different DACs can be used in one DAP. The introduction of Interchangeable All-in-One Modules carry on the multi-DAC experience, but add a new and fun experience. This reflects the DNA of the innovation that the A&futura line is known for. By applying different DAC/AMP configurations, tuning and outputs for each module, the user can choose the most suitable module for Premium Hi-Fi Sound. The default configuration module contains the ESS ES9038PRO, an 8-channel DAC mainly used for premium home audio equipment. This DAC provides a wider dynamic range and more detailed sophistication. The module supports 2.5mm, 3.5mm and 4.4mm connections to allow for a greater variety of headphones/IEMs.
The third product in the A&futura line, the SE180, continues the trend of exciting innovation for Astell&Kern products, while providing the uncompromised sound quality Astell&Kern is famous for. With the SE180, premium Hi-Fi Sound is now available through the use of interchangeable, all-in-one modules, by Astell&Kern. Like the SE200, different DACs can be used in one DAP. The introduction of Interchangeable All-in-One Modules carry on the multi-DAC experience, but add a new and fun experience. This reflects the DNA of the innovation that the A&futura line is known for. By applying different DAC/AMP configurations, tuning and outputs for each module, the user can choose the most suitable module for Premium Hi-Fi Sound. The default configuration module contains the ESS ES9038PRO, an 8-channel DAC mainly used for premium home audio equipment. This DAC provides a wider dynamic range and more detailed sophistication. The module supports 2.5mm, 3.5mm and 4.4mm connections to allow for a greater variety of headphones/IEMs.
The third product in the A&futura line, the SE180, continues the trend of exciting innovation for Astell&Kern products, while providing the uncompromised sound quality Astell&Kern is famous for. With the SE180, premium Hi-Fi Sound is now available through the use of interchangeable, all-in-one modules, by Astell&Kern. Like the SE200, different DACs can be used in one DAP. The introduction of Interchangeable All-in-One Modules carry on the multi-DAC experience, but add a new and fun experience. This reflects the DNA of the innovation that the A&futura line is known for. By applying different DAC/AMP configurations, tuning and outputs for each module, the user can choose the most suitable module for Premium Hi-Fi Sound. The default configuration module contains the ESS ES9038PRO, an 8-channel DAC mainly used for premium home audio equipment. This DAC provides a wider dynamic range and more detailed sophistication. The module supports 2.5mm, 3.5mm and 4.4mm connections to allow for a greater variety of headphones/IEMs.
The third product in the A&futura line, the SE180, continues the trend of exciting innovation for Astell&Kern products, while providing the uncompromised sound quality Astell&Kern is famous for. With the SE180, premium Hi-Fi Sound is now available through the use of interchangeable, all-in-one modules, by Astell&Kern. Like the SE200, different DACs can be used in one DAP. The introduction of Interchangeable All-in-One Modules carry on the multi-DAC experience, but add a new and fun experience. This reflects the DNA of the innovation that the A&futura line is known for. By applying different DAC/AMP configurations, tuning and outputs for each module, the user can choose the most suitable module for Premium Hi-Fi Sound. The default configuration module contains the ESS ES9038PRO, an 8-channel DAC mainly used for premium home audio equipment. This DAC provides a wider dynamic range and more detailed sophistication. The module supports 2.5mm, 3.5mm and 4.4mm connections to allow for a greater variety of headphones/IEMs.
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Astell & Kern A&futura Se180 Sem1 Hi-res Music Player Moon Silver
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Astell Kern SE180 Digital Audio Player DAP with 256GB Storage Support MicroSD 4.4mm 3.5mm 2.5mm Silver Version
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originally posted on minidisc.com.au
Great product, loving the high def audio though Tidal, makes my low def files sound the best they have. Would like a faster OS & longer batt life. Very happy though & Minidisc we’re great to deal with
originally posted on addictedtoaudio.com.au
Sound quality of the standard ESS9038Pro DAC is very good.I needed a portable audio, for times when i have to travel and cannot enjoy my home audio system.The Astell & Kern SE180 offers a good comprises.Although there are more advanced models, like the SP3000.Of the 6 chips, only 3 is servicing the balanced audio. Hence paying a premium on hardware that doesn't get utilised.The SE180 has a removable DAC and amp. It is the only model that makes sense, as the quad core CPU is fast enough to support the UI and the display is bright and clear. It makes sense to reuse these components and just upgrade the DAC as technology progress.I'm not a big fan on the oversampling ESS Sabre based DAC, that utilise a less steep digital filter with fewer artefacts.If processing ... MoreSound quality of the standard ESS9038Pro DAC is very good.I needed a portable audio, for times when i have to travel and cannot enjoy my home audio system.The Astell & Kern SE180 offers a good comprises.Although there are more advanced models, like the SP3000.Of the 6 chips, only 3 is servicing the balanced audio. Hence paying a premium on hardware that doesn't get utilised.The SE180 has a removable DAC and amp. It is the only model that makes sense, as the quad core CPU is fast enough to support the UI and the display is bright and clear. It makes sense to reuse these components and just upgrade the DAC as technology progress.I'm not a big fan on the oversampling ESS Sabre based DAC, that utilise a less steep digital filter with fewer artefacts.If processing power advances, a FPGA type DAC implementation similar to Wadia DigiMaster and Exogal Comet, which utilises Calculus to achieve a much smoother and refined sound would be very nice 😍🥰I highly recommend the SE180. 👍👍👍
originally posted on tmraudio.com
TMR has become my number one source for feeding my audio addiction! I'm a devotee of the fresh arrivals column. the sales Staff are knowledgeable, courteous, and display an excellent bedside manner with those suffering from audiophilla nervosa!
| Body Colour | Moon Silver |
| Built-in Memory | 256GB [NAND] |
Astell & Kern A&futura Se180 Sem1 Hi-res Music Player Moon Silver
Free delivery
Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
Astell&Kern A&futura SE180 Digital Audio Player [DEMO UNIT] by Addicted To Audio
Free delivery
Astell&Kern A&futura SE180 Digital Audio Player [DEMO UNIT] by Addicted To Audio
Free delivery
Astell&Kern A&futura SE180 Digital Audio Player [DEMO UNIT] by Addicted To Audio
Free delivery
Astell&Kern A&futura SE180 Digital Audio Player [DEMO UNIT]
Free delivery
Great product, loving the high def audio though Tidal, makes my low def files sound the best they have. Would like a faster OS & longer batt life. Very happy though & Minidisc we’re great to deal with
Sound quality of the standard ESS9038Pro DAC is very good.I needed a portable audio, for times when i have to travel and cannot enjoy my home audio system.The Astell & Kern SE180 offers a good comprises.Although there are more advanced models, like the SP3000.Of the 6 chips, only 3 is servicing the balanced audio. Hence paying a premium on hardware that doesn't get utilised.The SE180 has a removable DAC and amp. It is the only model that makes sense, as the quad core CPU is fast enough to support the UI and the display is bright and clear. It makes sense to reuse these components and just upgrade the DAC as technology progress.I'm not a big fan on the oversampling ESS Sabre based DAC, that utilise a less steep digital filter with fewer artefacts.If processing ... MoreSound quality of the standard ESS9038Pro DAC is very good.I needed a portable audio, for times when i have to travel and cannot enjoy my home audio system.The Astell & Kern SE180 offers a good comprises.Although there are more advanced models, like the SP3000.Of the 6 chips, only 3 is servicing the balanced audio. Hence paying a premium on hardware that doesn't get utilised.The SE180 has a removable DAC and amp. It is the only model that makes sense, as the quad core CPU is fast enough to support the UI and the display is bright and clear. It makes sense to reuse these components and just upgrade the DAC as technology progress.I'm not a big fan on the oversampling ESS Sabre based DAC, that utilise a less steep digital filter with fewer artefacts.If processing power advances, a FPGA type DAC implementation similar to Wadia DigiMaster and Exogal Comet, which utilises Calculus to achieve a much smoother and refined sound would be very nice 😍🥰I highly recommend the SE180. 👍👍👍
TMR has become my number one source for feeding my audio addiction! I'm a devotee of the fresh arrivals column. the sales Staff are knowledgeable, courteous, and display an excellent bedside manner with those suffering from audiophilla nervosa!
Best quality player I've ever owned. Love the Analytical sound as per SEM3 module. Drives my 300ohm Sennheiser's with ease.
Astell & Kern - SEM2 AK4497 Perform better in details.
Good Dac/Amp sem2 Middle High and Bass Balance Good Sound
Having used and own several high end units, the se180 hits it out of the park. Currently using stock amp and the detail coming out of this unit is astonishing. Im waiting for the sem 2 amp to arrive. In the meantime grab one of these if your can. Its that good!
- Great DAC, awesome sound.- Interface is really slow and old. Navigation menu is really bad. Not intuitive, complicated and …. Soooo slow! To access Spotify or tidal you need to press 3 times from the home page.- wifi struggles to connect when iPhone is with full wifi connection next to it. You need to be really close to the router.- battery life are not good but ok for short usage. Battery are often empty if you don’t turn it off completely and it takes 1 min to restart the device.- an update is really needed…
I discovered A&k a year ago when I switched from Sony to A&k se 200. I have been so impressed that I decided to get the se180. There is no doubt it is the best portable player on the market. The sound is unmatched even by A&K's very high standards. I have very eclectic music tastes from ABBA to Albioni and everything sounds clearer and richer. For those like me who like wireless listening on the move these are well matched with A&k uw100 or Sony WF-1000XM4 given you have the choice of Aptx and LDAC. Once you start using the SE 180 with hi-res tracks you will be blown away.
Excellent. Sounds great. User Friendly interface. Thanks for the sale & points system was able to get it at good discount price.
| Body Colour | Moon Silver |
| Built-in Memory | 256GB [NAND] |
