Features:-
>All-in-One DAC Power Amp Headphone Amplifier.
>High-Performance CS43131 DAC Chipset.
>32-Bit/384kHz PCM and Native DSD256 Decoding.
>Infineon MA5332MS High-Power Amp Chipset.
>3rd-Generation XMOS XU-316 USB Processor.
>Strong Power Output(165Wx2 4Ω, 85Wx2 8Ω).
>4.4mm 6.35mm Headphone Output.
>2.1 Channel Output Support(Sub-Woofer Support).
>Vintage Style Knob.
>Large Colorful Display Screen.
>Multiple Input Modes(USB, Bluetooth, Optical, Coaxial, HDMI(ARC), RCA).
>LDAC AptX HD, SBC, AAC BT Codecs Supported.
>MQA and MQA-CD Support.
>Fully-Functional Remote Control.
>8 EQ Options.
>5 Digital Filters.
>Automatic Screen Turn-Off.
>Available in Silver and Black Color Options.
SMSL AO300 is an all-in-one solution for all your HiFi Desktop Audio requirements. This stunning device features a high-performance DAC chipset. It can be used as a headphone amplifier or a power amplifier in your chain. SMSL has equipped the AO300 with top-quality components including a high-performance DAC Chipset, a new-generation 16-core USB processor, and a powerful amplification chipset. All this comes together and provides us with excellent performance showcasing easy driveability and clean signal decoding. With its sub-woofer output, the SMSL AO300 can also be used for a 2.1ch speaker system!!
Your All-in-One Solution:-
SMSL AO300 is a single device that can handle all your desktop requirements and provide you with an excellent listening experience. It not only provides you with crystal clear Hi-Res audio signal decoding but also provides strong output for headphones as well as power speakers, a single device to handle your entire desktop.
Crisp Hi-Res Signal Decoding:-
At the core of AO300, SMSL has featured a CS43131 high-performance 32-Bit DAC chipset from Cirrus Logics. The DAC provides impressive SNR, THD N performance promising crystal clear Hi-Res sound signal decoding. It is supported by 3rd generation XMOS XU316 16-core USB processor that enables smooth signal transmission in USB mode. It supports 32-Bit/384kHz PCM, native DSD256 audio signal decoding. SMSL AO300 is also certified for MQA and MQA-CD decoding.
Powerful Headphone and Speaker Output:-
SMSL AO300 houses Infineon MA5332MS amplifier chipset. It produces a strong and clean amplification of the decoded signal and provides a strong output with the device. SMSL AO300 has an output power rating of 165W per channel at 4Ω of impedance load and 85W per channel at 8Ω of impedance load. It can easily drive most bookshelf speakers out there. With dedicated sub-woofer output, you can also create a 2.1Ch setup with the AO300. SMSL AO300 also has 4.4mm and 6.35mm headphone output support. You can easily pair different headphones with the device.
Multiple Input Options:-
Connect the SMSL to the Hi-Res source as you like. The device supports many input options featuring USB, Coaxial, Optical, HDMI(ARC), Bluetooth, and RCA. This allows you to easily pair the AO300 with a bunch of devices, from Laptops/PCs to TVs, CD Players, Smartphones, Tablets, other DACs, etc. Bluetooth in AO300 supports high-definition streaming with LDAC, AptX HD Codec support.
Elegant and Solid Build:-
SMSL has been developing high-quality desktop audio gear for a long time now. They have mastered the art of elegantly designing these premium products. The AO300 features a solid build with metallic chassis, a front tempered glass colorful display screen, and a vintage-style volume knob. It looks and feels premium, SMSL has treated the AO300 with a solid build structure as well.