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AudioQuest Dragonfly DAC
for laptop
Suitable for:DAC
Number of channels:2
Interface:USB
DAC bit depth:24 bit
Available with ATH-MSR7 headphones.
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AudioQuest Dragonfly RED USB DAC DRAGONFLYRED

The DragonFly Red uses the highest quality DAC (Digital to Analogue Convertor) ever used in a DragonFly, giving true audiophi... morele sound quality. The 32-bit ESS 9016 chip is more usually found in high-end hi-fi equipment and boasts an astonishing signal to noise ratio, making it sound more precise and detailed than the DragonFly Black. Rather than using the Black's analogue volume control, it also deploys bit-perfect, digital volume. This reduces distortion still further, delivering an 'inky' black silence when the music demands. Lower power consumption With lower power consumption than previous DragonFlys, the DragonFly Red is suitable for use with smartphones and tablets without undue battery use. Simply fit a USB adaptor to suit your device and connect up to an Apple or Android smartphone or tablet for a massive improvement in sound quality. Powers Demanding headphones With a boost in output from 1.2V to 2.1V, the Red is far better at driving difficult headphones than the Black version. If you use larger headphones, with more powerful magnets, such as the Grado range or AudioQuest's own Nighthawks, then the Red model is ideal. The higher output gives effortless dynamics, a powerful bass and ability to make the music 'come to life'. Small package, big sound Although tiny, the DragonFly is every bit as impressive as many full-size DACs. Asynchronous transfer and twin clocks ensure perfectly timed and controlled digital information enters the DAC, for a highly accurate and precise sound quality. Compared to a computer/smartphone/tablet';s headphone output you'll notice a more dynamic sound with more detail and openness. In essence, the sound will simply be more life-like. Upgrade the Sound of Your Mac, PC or Laptop Whether you listen to music on your smartphone, tablet, Mac, PC or laptop, the audio quality can easily be improved. Whether you use headphones or have your device connected directly to your hi-fi, the DragonFly Red simply gives a huge improvement in sound quality. It bypasses the device's built-in DAC, instead passing sound through its own, high-end hi-fi quality chip. Supports multiple music file formats Despite its tiny size, the DragonFly will play a wide variety of music files. Twin clocks ensure perfect playback of 44.1 kHz (CD quality), 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz and 96 kHz. As a final neat touch, the DragonFly logo glows various colours to indicate the file frequency: green for CD (44.1 kHz), blue for 48 kHz, amber for 88.2 kHz and magenta for 96 kHz. Use pretty much any headphones on almost any device and experience your music to its full potential - the DragonFly Red meets the highest expectations.
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£199.00
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AudioQuest DragonFly Black USB Digital to Analogue Converter - Nearly New

The AudioQuest DragonFly Black USB Digital to Analogue Converter stands out as a compact portable device that punches above i... morets weight in delivering high-quality sound. Renowned for its ability to enhance audio from various sources it offers impressive clarity and detail. This pocket-sized DAC comes equipped with a 32-bit ESS 9010 DAC chip and supports resolutions up to 24-bit/96kHz. Critics praise its ease of use plug-and-play functionality and compatibility with a wide range of devices making it a versatile option for audiophiles on the go. Despite its small size it delivers a substantial improvement in sound quality making it a popular choice for those seeking a portable yet powerful audio enhancement solution.
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£65.00
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AudioQuest Dragonfly BLACK USB DAC DRAGONFLYBLACK

AudioQuest Dragonfly BLACK USB DAC DragonFly Black is a USB digital-to-analogue converter (DAC) designed to deliver cleaner,... moreclearer, more naturally beautiful sound from any computer, smartphone, or tablet. DragonFly Black's unique design allows for playback of any file type regardless of resolution. Natively, DragonFly Black is capable of decoding 24-bit/96kHz data. DragonFly Black represents the culmination of several new and exciting achievements Over the better part of three years, AudioQuest and acclaimed engineer Gordon Rankin have been tirelessly developing sophisticated software solutions that have allowed us to implement a new, high-performance class of USB microcontrollers. We have chosen to work with Microchip, a leading provider of microcontroller and analogue semiconductors. With exceedingly low power consumption and extremely low-noise power supplies, the Microchip microcontrollers achieve unprecedented levels of efficiency and signal-to-noise ratio, regardless of bit- or sample rate. While DragonFly versions 1.0 and 1.2 achieved new standards of performance and portability in the high-fidelity audio world, many of our customers have longed for a similar product that could be reliably used with their handheld mobile devices. Previously, DragonFly's power consumption limited its compatibility to Mac and Windows laptops and PCs. Now, with our developments in the field of microcontrollers, we are able to improve DragonFly's performance while also offering compatibility with handheld Apple Mobile and Android devices. Improved performance and greater versatility! DragonFly Black employs a unique clock system called a Hybrid-PLL. While not discrete, the Hybrid-PLL performs equal to, or better than, many discrete clock systems, at a fraction of their cost. This has allowed us to devote resources to more sophisticated components elsewhere.
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AudioQuest Dragonfly RED USB DAC (Box opened) DRAGONFLYRED-BGRADE-797759

The DragonFly Red uses the highest quality DAC (Digital to Analogue Convertor) ever used in a DragonFly, giving true audiophi... morele sound quality. The 32-bit ESS 9016 chip is more usually found in high-end hi-fi equipment and boasts an astonishing signal to noise ratio, making it sound more precise and detailed than the DragonFly Black. Rather than using the Black's analogue volume control, it also deploys bit-perfect, digital volume. This reduces distortion still further, delivering an 'inky' black silence when the music demands. Lower power consumption With lower power consumption than previous DragonFlys, the DragonFly Red is suitable for use with smartphones and tablets without undue battery use. Simply fit a USB adaptor to suit your device and connect up to an Apple or Android smartphone or tablet for a massive improvement in sound quality. Powers Demanding headphones With a boost in output from 1.2V to 2.1V, the Red is far better at driving difficult headphones than the Black version. If you use larger headphones, with more powerful magnets, such as the Grado range or AudioQuest's own Nighthawks, then the Red model is ideal. The higher output gives effortless dynamics, a powerful bass and ability to make the music 'come to life'. Small package, big sound Although tiny, the DragonFly is every bit as impressive as many full-size DACs. Asynchronous transfer and twin clocks ensure perfectly timed and controlled digital information enters the DAC, for a highly accurate and precise sound quality. Compared to a computer/smartphone/tablet';s headphone output you'll notice a more dynamic sound with more detail and openness. In essence, the sound will simply be more life-like. Upgrade the Sound of Your Mac, PC or Laptop Whether you listen to music on your smartphone, tablet, Mac, PC or laptop, the audio quality can easily be improved. Whether you use headphones or have your device connected directly to your hi-fi, the DragonFly Red simply gives a huge improvement in sound quality. It bypasses the device's built-in DAC, instead passing sound through its own, high-end hi-fi quality chip. Supports multiple music file formats Despite its tiny size, the DragonFly will play a wide variety of music files. Twin clocks ensure perfect playback of 44.1 kHz (CD quality), 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz and 96 kHz. As a final neat touch, the DragonFly logo glows various colours to indicate the file frequency: green for CD (44.1 kHz), blue for 48 kHz, amber for 88.2 kHz and magenta for 96 kHz. Use pretty much any headphones on almost any device and experience your music to its full potential - the DragonFly Red meets the highest expectations.
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£109.00
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AudioQuest DragonFly Black USB Digital to Analogue Converter DRAGONFLYBLKG

The AudioQuest DragonFly Black USB Digital to Analogue Converter stands out as a compact portable device that punches above i... morets weight in delivering high-quality sound. Renowned for its ability to enhance audio from various sources it offers impressive clarity and detail. This pocket-sized DAC comes equipped with a 32-bit ESS 9010 DAC chip and supports resolutions up to 24-bit/96kHz. Critics praise its ease of use plug-and-play functionality and compatibility with a wide range of devices making it a versatile option for audiophiles on the go. Despite its small size it delivers a substantial improvement in sound quality making it a popular choice for those seeking a portable yet powerful audio enhancement solution.
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£79.00
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