{"product_id":"astell-kern-pd5","title":"Astell\u0026Kern PD5","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAstell\u0026amp;Kern PD5 – Switchable Octa-DAC Portable Player\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Astell\u0026amp;Kern PD5 is a pocketable high-resolution player for listeners who want reference sound away from a desk. It carries eight Cirrus Logic CS43198 DACs you can switch between Quad and Octa modes, so you decide between all-day stamina and maximum fidelity. As the successor to the award-winning A\u0026amp;norma SR35, it pairs a machined aluminium body with full Android streaming, and it is available at Soundium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitchable Quad\/Octa-DAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eight Cirrus Logic CS43198 chips let you trade battery life for the last word in resolution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 28-hour battery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quad-DAC mode runs a full day of listening between charges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnviroTune:\u003c\/strong\u003e Analyses ambient noise and adapts playback so the sound holds up on the move.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Android with dual-band Wi-Fi:\u003c\/strong\u003e Run your streaming apps and library directly on the player.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth 5.3 with aptX HD, LDAC and LHDC:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-resolution wireless when you leave the cable at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual headphone outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5 mm unbalanced and 4.4 mm balanced jacks for single-ended or balanced gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCustomer Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PD5 adapts to how you actually listen. On a commute, Quad-DAC mode and EnviroTune keep you going all day and cut through background noise; at home, Octa-DAC mode opens up the full detail of your files. Full Android means your streaming services and local library live on one device, while balanced and unbalanced outputs drive everything from sensitive IEMs to demanding headphones. It is a genuine portable source you can build a listening habit around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 × Cirrus Logic CS43198, switchable Quad\/Octa-DAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCM playback:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 32-bit \/ 384 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDSD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native DSD256\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 28 hours (Quad-DAC mode)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharging:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB Power Delivery 3.0, approx. 2.5 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWireless:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3 (aptX HD, LDAC, LHDC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5 mm unbalanced, 4.4 mm balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Android, octa-core processor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gray aluminium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-resolution listening on the go, commutes and travel, and driving IEMs or portable headphones from a single source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePros \u0026amp; Cons\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pros\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Switchable Quad\/Octa-DAC balances battery life against outright detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ All-day 28-hour battery in Quad-DAC mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Both 3.5 mm and 4.4 mm balanced outputs included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Full Android with dual-band Wi-Fi for direct streaming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"cons\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚠️ The 4.4 mm balanced output needs a compatible balanced cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚠️ Android streaming adds more to manage than a pure offline player\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a serious high-res player that fits in a pocket and switches between stamina and fidelity on demand, the PD5 earns its place in your kit. Find the Astell\u0026amp;Kern PD5 at Soundium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Astell\u0026Kern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62057875505420,"sku":"AK-PD5","price":999.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/7416\/0652\/files\/astell-kern-pd5-hero.jpg?v=1787904726","url":"https:\/\/soundium.com\/products\/astell-kern-pd5","provider":"Soundium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}