DragonFly Black by AudioQuest

Immerse yourself in a meticulously crafted sonic universe with the DragonFly Black by AudioQuest – an award-winning USB DAC, Preamp, and Headphone Amp, that serves as your uncompromising gateway to dynamic, visceral and emotive musical experiences. Heralded as “the quintessential everyman hi-fi product” by Darko.Audio, the DragonFly Black takes a leap forward from the original DragonFly which innovated a new realm of portable DACs, but was limited to compatibility with computers.

Beneath its sleek finish, the DragonFly Black, alongside DragonFly Red and Cobalt, combines precision with versatility, answering the call of audiophiles by ensuring compatibility with Apple iOS mobile devices, Android smartphones and tablets – thus proving that convenience and top-notch performance do not have to be mutually exclusive. Enrich your life with the revitalizing purity of Tidal Masters (MQA) playback, which can now follow you wherever you go, thanks to the support extended by DragonFly Black, Red, and Cobalt.

Experience the breakthrough technology of MQA, which compresses high-resolution files into smaller, streamable files without compromising on the quality. As MQA Renderers, these DragonFlys unlock the full potential of the music, allowing you to savor an expansive range of high-res music. Further, these stalwarts extend full support to Qobuz’s vast catalog of premium hi-res music, giving you a limitless playlist from an array of genres.

With a captivating sound that calls out to your soul, the AudioQuest DragonFly USB DAC fills your world with an aural delight that turns every note into a narration. This is not just about music – it’s about the exploration and consummate enjoyment of the finest that the sound spectrum has to offer. Embrace the audio journey and romance the nuances of music and movies that have never sounded so vivacious and life-like. Whether YouTube or Vimeo, Spotify or Pandora, Tidal or Qobuz, no matter what your source, DragonFly serves you the most divine and nuanced sound experience. Look no further, the captivating, comprehensive and truly versatile audio brilliance is right at your fingertips with DragonFly!

Features

1. Universal Compatibility: The DragonFly Black USB DAC + Preamp + Headphone Amp is compatible with both Apple and Windows PCs, extending its functionality to iOS devices, Android mobile devices and tablets offering unparalleled convenience.

2. Supports All Music Files: Regardless of your music file type or format, from MP3s to high-resolution MQA files, DragonFly Black promises an unfailing playback.

3. MQA Rendering: The product functions as an excellent MQA Renderer, folding high-resolution files into smaller, streamable packages without any loss in quality. This is how the DragonFly Black, and its siblings Red and Cobalt, unlock and offer the full audio potential of your music.

4. Directly Drives Headphones: Partners effortlessly with your headphones to grant a sound environment that is nothing less than enlightening.

5. Increased Processing Speed: The DragonFly Black operates on a Microchip PIC32MX which boosts processing speed and reduces current draw, making your audio experience smoother and more energy-efficient.

6. Fixed Output Feeds: Easily connects to your preamp or AV receiver with its fixed output feeds, allowing a seamless integration with your existing audio setup.

7. Asynchronous Transfers: Ensures precise digital timing fidelity thereby promising an immersive sound experience.

Benefits

1. Unsurpassed Audio Quality: The featured DAC Chip, a 32-bit ESS 9010, with a minimum-phase fast roll-off filter, delivers sound so authentic that it could easily be taken as a live listening experience.

2. Hi-Res Music Streaming: The DragonFly Black extends full support to Tidal Masters (MQA) and Qobuz, offering high-resolution audio streaming. Enjoy over 2 million hi-res files and more than 40 million tracks in lossless 16-bit CD resolution from Qobuz’s vast music catalog.

3. Unrestricted Music Appreciation: Whether enjoying videos on YouTube and Vimeo, exploring playlists on Spotify and Pandora, or streaming high-res audio from Tidal or Qobuz, DragonFly Black consistently bestows excellent sound quality, adding depth to your musical ecstasy.

4. Intricate Volume Control: With the DragonFly Black, you can minutely control the volume with 64-position, 64-bit, bit-perfect volume controls.

5. Compact Design & Mobility: The dimensions of this tiny sound giant are only 12mm H x 19mm W x 62mm L (Black, Red); 12mm H x 19mm W by 57mm L (Cobalt), affording superior sound experiences in a compact, easy-to-carry design – truly a masterful combination of form and function.

In conclusion, the powerful, compact and versatile AudioQuest – DragonFly Black offers you a transcendent audio experience, erasing the distance between your music and you. Its astounding performance extends beyond the realm of regular audio equipment, enabling you to tap into a world brimming with detailed, dynamic, and rich sound. Through its compatibility with a vast array of devices and high-res music, this robust piece of technology brings versatility and unfathomable sound quality to the comfort of your personal space. The DragonFly Black isn’t just a USB DAC, Preamp, and Headphone Amp, it’s a device that connects you to the quintessential essence of your favourite tracks, unfolding layers of music you’ve never perceived before. When you choose AudioQuest – DragonFly Black, you’re not just choosing a product, but an immersive and resonant musical experience. Allow The Audio Tailor, Australia’s #1 Hi-Fi Store, to introduce you to this transformative piece of technology, and reopen your world to the thrilling, immersive, and intimate moments that pure, unadulterated audio can offer.