--- product_id: 90281279 title: "Astell&Kern A&ultima SP1000M High Resolution Music Player - Lapis Blue" brand: "astell&kern" price: "VT101" currency: VUV in_stock: false reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/90281279-astell-and-kern-a-and-ultima-sp1000m-high-resolution-music store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 32bit/384kHz audio 4.1 inch HD touchscreen AK4497EQ Dual DAC Astell&Kern A&ultima SP1000M High Resolution Music Player - Lapis Blue **Brand:** astell&kern **Price:** VT101 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Elevate Your Audio Experience! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Astell&Kern A&ultima SP1000M High Resolution Music Player - Lapis Blue by astell&kern - **How much does it cost?** VT101 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/90281279-astell-and-kern-a-and-ultima-sp1000m-high-resolution-music) ## Best For - astell&kern enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted astell&kern brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Endless Enjoyment:** Up to 10 hours of battery life for uninterrupted listening. - β€’ **Unleash Your Sound:** Experience music like never before with ultra-high resolution playback. - β€’ **Portable Perfection:** Take your audio library anywhere with a sleek, lightweight design. - β€’ **Seamless Connectivity:** Connect effortlessly via USB Type-C, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi. - β€’ **Power Meets Performance:** Enjoy lag-free operation with an advanced octa-core CPU. ## Overview The Astell&Kern A&ultima SP1000M High Resolution Music Player in Lapis Blue combines ultra-portability with premium audio quality, featuring an AK4497EQ Dual DAC for superior sound. With support for native 32bit/384kHz audio and a 4.1 inch HD touchscreen, this device ensures accurate playback and an intuitive user experience. Its octa-core CPU guarantees smooth operation, while the 128GB storage and multiple connectivity options make it a versatile choice for music lovers on the go. ## Description Product Description The A&ultima SP1000M achieves greater portability than the SP1000 without sacrificing the level of performance. It also features faster booting times, speedy file transfers, lag-free processing and a new intuitive user interface for the ultimate player experience. If that’s not enough, the latest AK4497EQ dual-DAC design and the upgraded CPU allows for accurate playback of native 32bit/384kHz audio with no compromise on sound quality. The music is played back bit-for-bit, just as the artist and engineer intended for it to be heard. Equipped with MQA technology, music is delivered with the same sound used in the original master recording which means you can enjoy music without worrying about distortion. The SP1000M also supports native bit-to-bit DSD playback up to 11.2MHz for the best sound possible. The Open APP service allows users to control the device more easily and conveniently by enabling installation of specific APK music streaming apps. Additionally, for faster charging and quicker file transfer, the SP1000M supports next generation USB Type-C. When using a fast charger (9V/1.67A), a full charge takes 3 hours and allows you to enjoy up to 10 hours of continuous playback. Box Contains 1 x Astell&Kern A&ultima SP1000M Music Player; 1 x Leather case & protective foil; 1 x microSD card slot Cover; 1 x USB Type-C cable; 1 x Quick start guide & warranty card ## Features - Ultra Portability - Enjoy original sound playback anytime and anywhere - Premium Audio Quality - Equipped with the AK4497EQ Dual DAC for the highest sound quality - Exact Music Detail - Accurate playback of native 32bit/384kHz audio - HD Display - 4.1 inch HD touchscreen with an advanced user interface - Octa-Core CPU - To produce exact music detail and provide a lag-free operation ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Compatible Devices | Any Devices | | Media Types | Micro SD | | Supported Standards | DSD | | Battery Average Life | 10.0, 3.0 Hours | | Memory Storage Capacity | 128 GB | | Screen Size | 4.1 Inches | | Special Features | Touch Screen | | Network Connectivity Technology | USB Type-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | | Item Weight | 0.35 Kilograms | | Colour | Lapis Blue | ## Images ![Astell&Kern A&ultima SP1000M High Resolution Music Player - Lapis Blue - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41deZ2aerZL.jpg) ![Astell&Kern A&ultima SP1000M High Resolution Music Player - Lapis Blue - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71sr-E4CFgL.jpg) ![Astell&Kern A&ultima SP1000M High Resolution Music Player - Lapis Blue - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71XwIzt59UL.jpg) ![Astell&Kern A&ultima SP1000M High Resolution Music Player - Lapis Blue - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/719q+EA-u6L.jpg) ![Astell&Kern A&ultima SP1000M High Resolution Music Player - Lapis Blue - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/712n-ONcl9L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Colour Name** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Audiophile kit *by J***K on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 June 2019* Excellent top quality & sound. Brilliant with Deezer streaming. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars Jack of all trades, Master of Some? *by D***L on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 February 2020* There's a lot that can be said about Astell & Kern products. Whether it's the Premium presentation set of their hires players, the high quality build of each product, highly responsive operating systems and the costly price with which such products demand.Astell & Kern's Sp1000m for better or worse does not deviate from this path. For its price, why is this a jack of all trades and not a master of all? Is it still worth it's price? Well...Master Sound?For a device this expensive there is no way the sound can disappoint? Right? True. This device paired with some sennheiser hd660s on balance output has some of the best audio, I have ever witnessed on a hires audio player. It's very musical and the instruments have great clarity. Sounds can be tweaked slightly to prevent everything from sounding too "bright."The whole experience especially when paired with over ear, open back headphones can feel like partaking in a live performance of your favourite band and artist since you can hear whats around you.The TradeWhile the sound quality on this device is some of the best, I have ever heard. It's not THE best, I have heard better sound quality from non other than their rivals Cowon. Namely the plenue d2 which I have reviewed and the plenue r2 whose sound quality is truly transcendent which I shall follow up with a review in the future.Against the KannIt's got noticeably more detail in the audio department than the KANN but it's also more fatiguing to listen to especially when in the car and listening on line output. Ive concluded It's to do with the brightness of the audio and musicality of the device.Against the Sony Zx300The sp1000m crushes it sound wise, no contest. On Balance or not balanced outputs. It's also not hindered by volume limits like in the EU version of the Sony device, which can be removed thoughMaster Features/ User experience?This is where the device shines and where paying a premium for such a device makes sense. The user experience cannot be overlooked, iriver knows this and it makes the whole experience of listening to your favourite tunes a seamless thing, you're not left frustrated with how the device organises your folders. It even supports CUE sheets which is a rarity as I havent seen it in any other hires player not even with their very own kannIt even supports YouTube, so you can watch your favourite music videos which is a very Overlooked feature. The whole experience is very quick and snappy. How iriver implement the software experience is applauseworthy. Browsing through hundreds and hundreds of gigabytes of music never feels laggy. Spotify and tidal are also supported.The screen quality is decent for a audio device of this price. The album art looks very good.The trade?It's boot time is not as quick as the cowon plenue r2. Battery time could also be better for this price. Its not terrible by any means. Also iriver the company that owns astell and kern could learn a thing or two from Sony in having fun with playlists. Sony's sensme feature which analyses your audio files and organizes them into mood playlist is something Iriver should look into. The device also doesn't support lrc files which is a slight let down. These files are used for lyrics which sync and move with the song as it plays on.To ConcludeOverall its a very capable device that won't leave you disappointed. It does a lot of things right but it's hard to recommend to the average consumer as to take full advantage of it and its features requires significant investment not just to equipment but to audio files. 16bit, 24bit flacs and DSD files can be very expensive. But if you're reading this, you've probably already made your mind. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars Mostly brilliant *by T***N on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 February 2019* I think stumping up Β£2k for a music player is tough to do whether you have plenty of cash or not, how can you justify that kind of spend on a small music player? I had an AK70 before and I have to say that is an amazing piece of kit especially for the money, I expected to hear a significant improvement with the SP1000M when spending almost 4 times as much. As it happens and this maybe just personal to me but the improvement was not as great as I expected, partly because the AK70 is just amazing and I guess when you expect to have a leap in sound quality that you get from a phone device to a dedicated player like the AK70 then you may be expecting just a little too much, and I guess that however much you spend at the high end the smaller the differences become. Anyway, to the point, the SP1000 is truly amazing, I listen with Sennheiser IE800's and the pairing makes for stunning listening. So, if you are considering making your wallet a lot lighter this is a good way to do it and you will not be disappointed with the sound. The only reason for 4 stars not 5 is not a reflection on the sound quality, it is because of the price and the fact that when carrying and putting in your pocket it is far too easy to slightly press one of the side buttons/controls which pause or change the current track. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/90281279-astell-and-kern-a-and-ultima-sp1000m-high-resolution-music](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/90281279-astell-and-kern-a-and-ultima-sp1000m-high-resolution-music) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-06-05*