AudioQuest DragonFly Black USB DAC

Small Size. Beautiful Sound.

The AudioQuest DragonFly Black is a compact USB digital-to-analog converter, preamplifier, and headphone amplifier designed to improve music playback from computers, smartphones, and tablets. Featuring a 32-bit ESS ES9010 DAC and a Texas Instruments TPA6130 headphone amplifier, it delivers clear, detailed, and naturally balanced sound through headphones, powered speakers, or a home audio system. With asynchronous USB data transfer, MQA rendering, and a 1.2-volt output, DragonFly Black provides a convenient and affordable way to enjoy enhanced digital audio in a portable, plug-and-play design.

• 32-Bit ESS ES9010 DAC:
  Incorporates an ESS Sabre digital-to-analog converter with a minimum-phase fast roll-off filter to reproduce digital music with clarity, detail, and natural musical expression.
• Integrated Headphone Amplifier:
  Uses a Texas Instruments TPA6130 headphone amplifier to drive a wide range of headphones, making it suitable for personal listening without a separate headphone amplifier.
• 1.2-Volt Output:
  Provides sufficient output for many efficient headphones and can also feed powered speakers, preamplifiers, integrated amplifiers, and AV receivers through its 3.5 mm stereo output.
• Analog Volume Control:
  Features a 64-step analog volume control operated through the connected computer or mobile device. This design provides convenient volume adjustment while maintaining the DAC's digital signal resolution.
• High-Resolution Audio Playback:
  Supports native digital audio decoding up to 24-bit/96kHz. Higher-resolution files can also be played when the host device or playback software converts them to a compatible format.
• MQA Rendering:
  Supports MQA rendering with compatible files and playback software, allowing listeners to enjoy supported MQA audio content.
• Asynchronous USB Technology:
  Uses AudioQuest's StreamLength asynchronous USB transfer protocol to manage digital audio timing and reduce timing errors associated with jitter.
• Versatile 3.5 mm Stereo Output:
  Connects directly to headphones or, using a suitable cable, to powered speakers and external audio systems. The output can operate in variable-volume mode or fixed-output mode for connection to a preamplifier or receiver.
• Computer and Mobile Device Compatibility:
  Works with compatible Windows and macOS computers, as well as supported iOS and Android devices. A suitable camera adapter or USB OTG adapter may be required for mobile connections.
• Multicolor LED Indicator:
  Displays the incoming audio sample rate and playback status, helping users identify the current digital audio format at a glance.
• Compact USB-Powered Design:
  Its lightweight USB stick-style construction makes it convenient for desktop and portable listening without requiring a separate power supply.

• 32-bit ESS ES9010 DAC with minimum-phase fast roll-off filter.
• Texas Instruments TPA6130 integrated headphone amplifier.
• 1.2-volt output for headphones and external audio systems.
• 64-step analog volume control.
• Native high-resolution audio playback up to 24-bit/96kHz.
• MQA rendering capability with compatible content and software.
• StreamLength asynchronous USB technology for accurate digital audio timing.
• USB-A input and 3.5 mm stereo analog output.
• Compatible with supported Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices.
• Portable, USB-powered design with no external power supply required.

• Product Type:
  USB Digital-to-Analog Converter, preamplifier, and headphone amplifier.
• DAC Chip:
  32-bit ESS ES9010 with minimum-phase fast roll-off filter.
• Headphone Amplifier:
  Texas Instruments TPA6130.
• Native Audio Resolution:
  Up to 24-bit/96kHz.
• Supported Sample Rates:
  44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, and 96kHz.
• Maximum Output Voltage:
  1.2 V.
• Volume Control:
  64-step analog volume control.
• Digital Input:
  USB Type-A male connector.
• Analog Output:
  3.5 mm stereo analog output for headphones or external audio equipment.
• Digital Audio Transfer:
  StreamLength asynchronous USB protocol.
• MQA Support:
  MQA rendering.
• Microcontroller:
  Microchip PIC32MX270.
• Desktop Compatibility:
  Windows 7 and later, Apple macOS 10.6.8 and later, and Linux (manufacturer technical support is not provided for Linux).
• Mobile Compatibility:
  Compatible with supported Apple iOS and Android devices. Appropriate USB or camera adapters may be required.
• Power Supply:
  USB bus-powered; no separate power supply required.
• Dimensions (H × W × L):
  12 × 19 × 62 mm.
• Finish:
  Black soft-touch finish with gold lettering.
• LED Indicator:
  Red: Standby; Green: 44.1kHz; Blue: 48kHz; Amber: 88.2kHz; Magenta: 96kHz; Purple: MQA playback.

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