ASTELL&KERN ACRO CA1000T DESKTOP AUDIO SYSTEM LAUNCHED

The Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T is a desktop audio system that features a wide range of connections.

A&K says the Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T is the  world’s first portable device with the latest ESS flagship Dual DAC and Dual Tube Triple Amp System

ASTELL&KERN ACRO CA1000T

Astell&Kern the South Korean HiFi brand, has revealed the ACRO CA1000T, the first device to feature a dual-tube triple amp system and the latest ESS flagship DAC.

Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T

HEADFI SYSTEM

The Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T provides compatible I/O terminals that can satisfy the diverse needs of audio enthusiasts who want to build a complete HeadFi system. By providing XLR and RCA output, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth to connect external audio devices and speakers, the ACRO CA1000T consolidates all your premium audio connections into one device.

Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T connections

ESS FLAGSHIP ES9039MPRO DAC

the ACRO CA1000T is the world’s first dual application of ES9039MPRO, the latest flagship DAC of ESS, with improved modulation to reduce power consumption and further reduce noise. In addition, the compact audio system showcases a refreshed circuit design.

Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T is nice and compact

BALANCED TUBE AMPLIFIER

The ACRO CA1000T features dual Twin Triode KORG Nutube tubes and a complete balanced circuit that separates left and right channels with two vacuum tubes, and also benefits from its Triple Amp System, allowing listeners to select between Tube Amp and OP Amp mode, or both, to experience the signature sound of Astell&Kern.

Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T is easy to connect

Building on the previous ACRO CA1000, which was launched a year ago, the CA1000T features the company’s own TERATON ALPHA technology which is designed to provide distortion-free sound even at the highest output. The device also supports a four-stage Gain Level setting of up to 15Vrms for the most sophisticated IEM and headphones.

ASTELL&KERN ACRO CA1000T DESIGN

The compact audio system features the brand’s signature sharp edges and parallel lines on each side coupled with a gold coloured dial. This is combined with the brushed grey aluminium body, to look distinctively A&K.

Astell&Kern design

BATTERY PROTECTION MODE

To maximise listening time, the ACRO CA1000T includes Battery Protection Mode that helps maintain full battery life. When the mode is enabled, the battery is charged up to a maximum of 85% and returned to that level when dropping to 80% to avoid any negative effects from long-term connection to the power supply.

Top view of the Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T

DSD512 AND MQA

The ACRO CA1000T fully supports native DSD512 and 32bit/768kHz, MQA 16X full decoder via the hardware renderer, and aptX-HD and LDAC of Bluetooth 5.0 to enjoy high-quality sound even in wireless environments.

ASTELL&KERN ACRO CA1000T PRICE

The Astell&Kern ACRO CA1000T is available for £2299/$2,300/€2599/AUD$3699

HiFi Pig Says: A well specified desktop headphone system from Astell&kern with their signature design and technologies.