(Pocket-lint) - Excessive-end audiophile model Astell&Kern has introduced its first wi-fi, Bluetooth speaker. The Astell&Kern Acro BE100 is a stereo speaker with a devoted 32-bit DAC and assist for hi-res music streaming as much as 24-bit.
It comprises two 1.5-inch silk dome tweeters and a 4-inch Kevlar woofer for bass ranges. Its on-board Class D amplifier is able to a complete energy output of 55W. Frequency response is 50Hz to 20kHz.
The speaker helps Bluetooth 5.0 and aptX HD for 24-bit 48kHz excessive decision audio streaming (albeit a contact lossy because the codec is not actually bit-for-bit). Different codecs supported embody LDAC and AAC.
There's additionally a 3.5mm audio enter to plug-in an exterior supply instantly, that approach you may play true lossless music by the BE100.
Its design is easy and clear, with a quantity dial on the highest.
The Astell&Kern Acro BE100 is accessible now in black or white. It's priced at £449 within the UK, €529 in Central Europe and $499 within the States.
Another model of the speaker, which incorporates an FM radio might be accessible in chosen nations.
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