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Sony CAS-1 High-Resolution Desktop Audio System with Headphone Amplifier

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Sony CAS-1 High-Resolution Desktop Audio System with Headphone Amplifier
Key Features
  • 2 x 20W RMS Power
  • Separate Headphone Amp with On-Board DAC
  • Bluetooth Audio Streaming with NFC
  • DSD With Up-Scaling Technology
Featuring the ability to play high-resolution audio from USB connections—or even over Bluetooth via Sony's proprietary LDAC technology—the CAS-1 is a desktop audio system with an integrated headphone amp. It's capable of driving a total of 40W RMS to its dual speakers, both of which are configured with 0.6" soft-dome tweeters and 2.4" cone-type woofers.
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Sony CAS-1 Overview

Featuring the ability to play high-resolution audio from USB connections—or even over Bluetooth via Sony's proprietary LDAC technology—the CAS-1 is a desktop audio system with an integrated headphone amp. It's capable of driving a total of 40W RMS to its dual speakers, both of which are configured with 0.6" soft-dome tweeters and 2.4" cone-type woofers.

The system accepts USB type-A and type-B connections, allowing you to play MP3s, WAVs, FLACs, AACs, and more. Should you wish to stream audio straight from your phone or device via Bluetooth, NFC pairing is supported. Furthermore, the CAS-1 can pair with up to nine devices at any one time. Its control panel is relatively streamlined, with a large volume control front and center, and on/off button located at the top of the amplifier, and a selector button for switching between USB type-A, USB type-B, and Bluetooth wireless connections. An on-board LED alerts you to your specific volume at any time. A remote is included with the CAS-1, as are the relevant speaker cables, power cable, AC Adapter, Mounting Spikes, and more.

Wireless Streaming
Wirelessly connect mobile devices to the CAS-1 over Bluetooth.
LDAC Streaming Technology
Sony's proprietary LDAC technology aims to stream high-resolution audio over Bluetooth without down-sampling.
High-Resolution Audio
This system can support DSD files, as well as audio playback at higher-than-CD qualities.
Proprietary Up-Scaling Technology
Sony's proprietary DSEE HX technology up-scales conventional audio sound sources to higher resolution.
S-Master HX Amplifier
Developed for high-resolution audio, Sony's proprietary S-Master HX amplifier aims to provide low distortion and noise levels across a wide range of frequencies.
Dual Amplifiers
This system includes independent amplifiers for speakers and headphones.
Extended Bass
A customized bass-reflex port allows the speakers to reproduce bass faithfully.
On-Board Isolation
Brass spikes elevate speakers to dampen high frequencies, fix woofer-tweeter route discrepancy, and minimize comb filtering
Accurate Playback at Any Volume
Technologies such as Pulse Height Volume and Low Volume Mode help ensure a dynamic audio response at any output level.
Supports Multiple Headphone Types
The built-in headphone amplifier can drive the sound for both in-ear and over-ear headphones, with an on-board DAC adjusting output signals for a more isolating headphone listening experience. An on-board gain toggle switch allows you to match impedance to your headphone type.

Sony CAS-1 Specs

Amplifier
Power Output
Reference: 2 X 24 W (5 Ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10%)
Rated: 2 x 20 W (5 Ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, THD 10%)
Impedance Matching
5 to 16 Ohms
Frequency Response
10 Hz to 40 kHz (+0 and -3 dB)
Bluetooth
Output
Bluetooth specification power class 2
Maximum Range
Approximately 32.8' / 10.0 m, line of sight
Bluetooth Pairing
Up to 9 devices
Please note: When the unit has been already been paired with 9 Bluetooth devices and you attempt to pair with an additional device, the pairing information of the oldest connected device is deleted automatically
Radio Frequency
2.4 GHz band (2.4 to 2.48 GHz)
Bluetooth Specification
Version 3.0
Bluetooth Profiles
A2DP, AVRCP
Content Protection
SCMS-T method
Transmission
Bandwidth:
20 Hz to 20 kHz (at 44.1 kHz)
20 Hz to 40 kHz (at LDAC 96 kHz, 990 kbps)
USB
Supported Formats
USB type-A port:
MP3: 16 / 22.05 / 24 / 32 / 44.1 / 48 kHz, 32 to 320 kbps (CBR/VBR)
AAC: 16 / 22.05 / 24 /32 / 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 kHz, 40 to 320 kbps (CBR/VBR)
WMA: 32 / 44.1 / 48 kHz, 16 to 320 kbps (CBR/VBR)
WAV: 16 / 22.05 / 24 / 32 /44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192 kHz (16/24-bit)
AIFF: 32 / 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192 kHz (16/24-bit)
FLAC: 44.1 / 48/ 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192 kHz (16/24-bit)
ALAC: 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192 kHz (16/24-bit)
DSD (DSF / DSDIFF): 2.8 MHz (1-bit)
This port supports USB flash drives and compatible Walkmen

USB type-B port:
PCM: 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 /176.4 / 192 kHz (16/24/32-bit)
DSD (DSF / DSDIFF): 2.8 MHz (1-bit)
This port supports compatible PC and other devices via included USB cable
Transfer Speed
Type-A: High-speed
USB Device Support
Type-A: Mass Storage Class (MSC)
Maximum Output Current
Type-A: 1 A Max (Depending on the device, the charge current might be limited to 500 mA)
Supported File Systems
Type-A: FAT, FAT32, exFAT
Headphones
2 x 250 mW (8 Ohms, THD 1%) 2 x 180 mW (32 Ohms, THD 1%) 2 x 35 mW (300 Ohms, THD 1%)
Speaker System
2-way, 2-drivers, Bass reflex
Speaker Size
Tweeter: 1 x 0.6" / 14 mm, soft dome type
Woofer: 1 x 2.4" / 62 mm, cone type
Speaker Impedance
Rated: 5 Ohms
General
Power Requirements
19.5 VDC (using the supplied AC adapter connected to 100 - 240 VAC, 50 Hz/60 Hz power supply)
Power Consumption
29 W with supplied AC adapter
0.5 W (Standby mode with Bluetooth standby set to off) 2 W (Standby mode with Bluetooth standby set to on)
Dimensions
Amplifier: 2.2 x 7.0 x 8.3" / 5.5 x 17.8 x 21.0 cm
Speaker system: 3.7 x 7.0 x 6.8" / 9.5 x 17.8 x 17.2 cm
Weight
Amplifier: 2.9 lb / 1.3 kg
Speaker: 3.3 lb / 1.5 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
16.65 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
16 x 10.6 x 10"

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