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DACs — Kinera Audio Celest CD-30
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Kinera Audio Celest CD-30
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The Celest CD-30 is a digital-to-analogue converter from Kinera Audio, built around the ES9039Q2M conversion chip in a remarkably compact and lightweight portable format. The Celest CD-30 brings Kinera Audio's considered engineering to standalone portable digital conversion.
Key specs that matter
The ES9039Q2M conversion chip handles digital-to-analogue conversion, a well-regarded chip within the ESS Sabre family. DSD compatibility reaches DSD512, with PCM support up to 32-bit/768kHz - comprehensive format support for such a compact device. At an astonishingly small 56.6 x 22.7 x 13.8mm and just 21.3g, the Celest CD-30 is among the smallest and lightest DACs currently available.
Sound and use context
Expect clean, detailed conversion reflecting the well-regarded ES9039Q2M chip's characteristic measured performance, packed into an astonishingly tiny and lightweight chassis suited to portable use.
Pairing
As a compact portable DAC, the Celest CD-30 connects directly between a smartphone or laptop's USB port and a pair of headphones, upgrading the source device's built-in audio capability with minimal added bulk.
Alternatives
Kinera Audio's broader in-ear monitor and DAC catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different balance of features.
Key specs that matter
The ES9039Q2M conversion chip handles digital-to-analogue conversion, a well-regarded chip within the ESS Sabre family. DSD compatibility reaches DSD512, with PCM support up to 32-bit/768kHz - comprehensive format support for such a compact device. At an astonishingly small 56.6 x 22.7 x 13.8mm and just 21.3g, the Celest CD-30 is among the smallest and lightest DACs currently available.
Sound and use context
Expect clean, detailed conversion reflecting the well-regarded ES9039Q2M chip's characteristic measured performance, packed into an astonishingly tiny and lightweight chassis suited to portable use.
Pairing
As a compact portable DAC, the Celest CD-30 connects directly between a smartphone or laptop's USB port and a pair of headphones, upgrading the source device's built-in audio capability with minimal added bulk.
Alternatives
Kinera Audio's broader in-ear monitor and DAC catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different balance of features.
Specifications
Model name
Celest CD-30
Conversion type
N/A
Engine
ES9039Q2M
DSD compatability
Yes
Parameters
up to 32 bit / 768 kHz and DSD512
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
N/A
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
N/A
Gain (dBu)
N/A
Output Level (balanced) (V)
N/A
Output Level (single-ended) (V)
N/A
Input Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Input Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
Output Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Output Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
Analog outputs
N/A
Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)
N/A
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)
N/A
Dimensions (mm)
56,6 х 22,7 х 13,8
Weight (kg)
0.0213
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