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Astell&Kern A&ultima SP2000 Digital Audio Player (DAP) This is Astell&Kern top end digital audio player in the A&ultima SP2000 and in stunning copper chasis. It has 512GB local storage storage, expandable by another 1TB micro SD card. It is an android device so will run all the usual streaming apps from the google play store including Tidal, spotify, Amazon music, Deezer and is also a rare device that will also load apple music and natively play lossless tracks from it. They technology packed in - check out the dual AKM dacs and such and its overall build whcih is exquisite like nothing e
A$2,200 is fair to slightly strong for an SP2000 if it’s clean and complete; the flagship launched at about A$4,999 new, and used SP2000/SP2000T examples commonly land well below that, with comparable premium-player listings often clustering around the low-to-mid A$2,000s or less depending on condition and exact variant.
That makes this a sensible buy if the battery is still healthy, the touchscreen and wheel are flawless, and it comes with the original box, cable, and accessories. The SP2000 is still admired for its lush, resolving, very “finished” sound and top-tier build, so if the listing is honest about condition, this is the kind of DAP that rewards a careful owner rather than a spec-chaser.
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Astell&Kern emerged from South Korea's rich audio heritage, launching its first product in 2012 and officially founding as a brand in 2013 in Seoul. Rooted in the legacy of iriver's MP3 players dating back to 1999, the company—now a subsidiary of Dreamus—embodies a philosophy drawn from its name: "Astell" (Latin for star) and "Kern" (German for core), symbolizing an unrelenting pursuit of music's original sound. This origin story reflects decades of accumulated expertise in premium audio craftsmanship.
The brand focuses on high-fidelity portable and home audio solutions, excelling in digital audio players (DAPs) like the iconic AK100 and A&ultima series, alongside headphones, in-ear monitors through collaborations, home audio systems, and accessories. Their designs prioritize advanced noise reduction, proprietary amplifier architectures, and support for hi-res audio files, delivering uncompromised playback without venturing into speakers, turntables, or cables.
Positioned firmly in the high-end audiophile market, Astell&Kern commands respect among discerning listeners for its "Difference in Sound Quality"—a sensory depth that captures the emotion and space of every note. Renowned for luxury builds and cutting-edge R&D, it leads the global premium DAP segment, appealing to buyers who demand superiority over mass-market compromises.
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