Astell&Kern A&Futura SE300

£1,899.00£2,299.00

SE300, the fourth model in the A&futura range is a premium digital audio player that inherits this identity and expands the scope of sound with an entirely new implemented technology.

Astell&Kern A&Futura SE300

Astell&Kern SE300 Front & Back view

KEY FEATURES

  • Fully Discrete 24 bit R-2R DAC
  • Equipped with 96 ultra-precision 0.001% & TCR10 resistors
  • New Dual AMP (Class A/AB) mode
  • Option for OS / NOS modes
  • Implemented self-developed and optimised FPGA technology

The Future of Analogue Sound, SE300

A&futura from Astell&Kern is a product line that represents Astell&Kern’s ceaseless efforts for innovation.

The SE300, the fourth model in the A&futura range is a premium digital audio player that inherits this identity and expands the scope of sound with an entirely new implemented technology.

A&futura SE300 is equipped with an ultra-refined R-2R DAC, Class A/AB dual amps born with our proprietary TERATON ALPHA technology, and for the first time a self-developed FPGA optimised technology.

With these unrivalled components it offers the true sound philosophy and technology of Astell&Kern.

Immerse yourself into the true analogue sound that the SE300 produces with Class-A AMP and R-2R DAC technologies, for the first time in an Astell&Kern player.

Astell&Kern A&Futura SE300

Innovative Materials Inspired by Astell&Kern’s craftsmanship

Constructed using Grade 5 Titanium alloy, the SE300 Titan Limited Edition is designed to increase both the internal corrosive resistance and strength inherent in pure titanium.

Titanium Grade 5, an alloy blend of aluminium and vanadium, embodies exceptional strength while retaining a light weight.

Recognised for its increased resistance to corrosion and absence of toxicity unlike aluminium, this alloy is the material of choice in aerospace, medical, and a wide range of other applications.

Its ability to withstand heat and electrical conductivity also positions it as an optimal substance for reducing temperature variations and electrical interference within R-2R DACs and analogue amplifiers.

Despite these numerous advantages, the material’s intricate processing is attributed to its formidable strength and limited thermal conductivity.

As a result, its integration into the product relies exclusively on the finesse of ultra-precision manufacturing methods. Astell&Kern approaches this by taking on the challenge:

The front cover, initially shaped with precision, undergoes meticulous processing with dedicated polishing equipment, while the side sections, adorned with wave-like patterns, are meticulously crafted to achieve a consistent surface texture.

This was perfected by a combination of 6-axis control robots and the skilled hands of engineers, resulting in a flawless surface.

The wheel and side keys, undergo meticulous refinement through a Swiss-made 5-axis vibration-free CNC machine, a technique often employed in crafting premium wristwatches.

The utilisation of an AF coating further ensures the enduring allure and tactile experience of the Titan Edition.

Discover the SE300 Titan Limited Edition and embrace the cutting-edge analogue sound experience from Astell&Kern right at your fingertips.

The limited edition package for the SE300 Titan includes a leather case.

Astell & Kern SE300 Angled view

Specifications: Astell&Kern A&Futura SE300

Model: SE300

Body Colour SE300: Platinum Silver, SE300 Titan: Titan

Body Material: Aluminium and Stainless Steel, SE300 Titan: Titanium

Display: 5.46inch HD 1080 x 1920 touch screen

Supported Audio Formats: WAV, FLAC, WMA, MP3, OGG, APE, AAC, ALAC, AIFF, DFF, DSF

Sample rate: PCM : 8kHz ~ 384kHz (8/16/24/32bits per Sample)

DSD : DSD64(1bit 2.8MHz), Stereo / DSD128(1bit 5.6MHz), Stereo / DSD256(1bit 11.2MHz), Stereo

Output Level: [Normal] Unbalanced 2Vrms │ Balanced 4Vrms (Condition No Load)

[High] Unbalanced 3Vrms │ Balanced 6Vrms (Condition No Load)

CPU: Quad-core

DAC: Full Discrete R-2R

Decoding: Support up to 32bit / 384kHz playback

Input: USB Type-C input (for charging & PC & MAC)

Outputs: Unbalanced Out (3.5mm), Optical Out(3.5mm)

Balanced Out (2.5mm, only 4-pole supported | 4.4m, only 5-pole supported)

Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz)

Bluetooth: V5.0 (A2DP, AVRCP, Qualcomm® aptX™ HD, LDAC)

Dimensions: 3.01” (76.45mm)[W] x 5.49” (139.45mm)[H] x 0.69” (17.6mm)[D]

Weight: SE300: About 11.18oz (317g)

SE300 Titan: About 11.46oz (325g)

Feature Enhancements: Firmware upgrade supported (OTA)

Operating Temperature: 0℃ ~ + 40℃ (32℉~ 104℉)

Astell&Kern SE300 side view

Additional information

Colour

Aluminium/Stainless Steel, Titanium Limited Edition

Brand

Astell&Kern

Astell&Kern

Astell&Kern is the ultimate Hi-Fi audio system

Astell&Kern is the ultimate digital music source that brings you Mastering Quality Sound or MQS. Astell means ‘Stars’ in Latin and Kern means ‘Center’ in German. We believe Astell&Kern is the center of music. Today, original music performances can be captured in digital almost exactly as they were performed due to new, advanced recording technology currently available. However, these high quality recordings are mainly listened to through inferior sound formats, such as MP3 or through streaming services. With the debut of the MP3 format, music lovers sacrificed sound quality for the convenience of being able to carry their music collection wherever they went. Because the MP3 format heavily compresses files for the sake of convenience, the vocals and instruments you hear are only an inferior version of the original. The soundstage and the ambience of the original performance often disappears when listening to compressed MP3 music. After pondering these issues, Astell&Kern was our solution to poor sound quality for the sake of portability, and our way in reviving the original sound quality of music, MQS, for music artists, recording engineers, and professionals. Astell&Kern's pursuit is to provide natural and original sound without distortion. It showcases the presence of the original recording with miniscule details you may not have noticed from other music systems, while playing back high-resolution music bit by bit, exactly as it was recorded. The ability to play back the exact recording of any live performance is what Astell&Kern is known for.  

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