Building upon the SE100, the moon silver Astell&Kern A&futura Series SE200 is a portable audio player for audiophiles and hi-fi enthusiasts that boasts the ability to play bit-to-bit DSD playback. Upgrades to the SE200 include a multi DAC system with a single AKM AK4499EQ and dual ESS ES9068AS, as well as ceramic plate used on the top and rear of the unit, which provides a premium feel to the player and improves wireless network performance.
Listen to multiple formats, including WAV, OGG, APE, and yes, DSD (DSDNative, DSD128, and DSD256). Further customize your sound by choosing from a variety of DAC filters provided by the DAC manufacturer. Look at the 5" touchscreen while doing so—it provides a resolution of 720 x 1280, the better to promote its intuitive user experience.
Speedy transfer and lag-free operation is made possible by the octa-core CPU, which also allows for fast booting times and a detailed sonic reproduction of your music files. Hear music through the two 3.5mm unbalanced phone jacks, or the two balanced 4-pole 2.5mm jacks, which provide an even more pristine experience. If battery performance is important to you, you'll be pleased by the SE200's ability to play for up to 14 hours at a time off a 2.5-hour fast-charge—though the fast-charger is available separately, and thankfully, the unit boasts a USB 3.0 port. This allows you to transfer data from your machine while charging all the while.
- 16-Bit: Red
- 24-Bit: Green
- 32-Bit: Blue
- DSD: Purple