Astell & Kern A&futura SE200 Portable Audio Player Moon Silver

Product Description

The SE200 is the second model from the Astell& Kern A&futura premium line of Digital Audio Players. The SE200 is equipped with the worlds first Multi DAC it also offers an independent AMP structure designed to compliment each DACs chracterstics.  The SE200 features the latest audiophile DACs from ESS the ES9068AS in a Dual DAC configuration. We then added a single AK4499EQ AKMs flagship DAC that is used in our flagship SP2000. Combining the three DACs we have produced the worlds first multi-DAC DAP. This pairing exhibits the philosophy of the A&futura line to pursue fundamentally different sound than found in typical DAPs. To properly implement multiple DACs we needed to spend twice the amount of time on development & double the amount of time in properly tuning the player. The SE200 maintains a similar design identity to the SE100 which combines trapezoidal straight lines & curves. These curves are the result of ultra-precision metal processing that has been perfected by Astell& Kern. After experimenting with different materials for the rear of the SE200 we created a new ceramic rear cover instead of the glass found on the previous generation SE100. This material not only improves wireless network performance but produces a more premium feel to the player. New manufacturing techniques were developed to precisely mold the high-gloss ceramic cover involving seven separate processes. A low-speed processing method is used to prevent cracking & produce a durable backing. The results are a rear cover that is not just beautiful but functional. The Aluminum body on the S200 provides maximum sound quality while suppressing noise as much as possible. The use of laser ground extension technology gives you the best sound possible without interference or distortion. The vibration-free processing machines used by Astell& Kern are the same ones used by expensive Swiss luxury watch manufacturers. This is reflected in the crafting of the volume wheel which is processed precisely like the crown of a luxury watch for the best operating feel.