Fostex HP-A3mk2

This USB DAC operates on USB bus power and supports up to 32bit/192khz.
It can be used immediately after connecting the USB cable and performing simple settings.

Note for use with Mac

Please update to version 14.1.1 or higher if you are using OS14 (Sonoma) on a Mac with an intel chip.

The HP-A3mk2 won in the Headphone Amplifier (Stationary Type, Under 75,000 yen) category in the Lifestyle Subcommittee at the VGP 2024 Winter Audio Visual Awards, one of the largest audio visual awards in Japan.

Features

High-quality sound reproduction can be easily achieved by simply connecting a USB cable to a PC.

USB audio and optical digital audio signals from a PC can be converted to analog signals and output from the line output terminal and headphone output terminal.

When used as a USB DAC, it operates with the USB Audio 2.0 driver of the PC (Windows or MacOS) and supports up to 32bit/192khz. It can be used immediately after connecting the USB cable and performing simple settings.

ES9016K2M from ESS Technology is used as the DAC chip

The HP-A3 uses a high-quality DAC chip, and the supported sampling frequency has been greatly enhanced from 24bit/96 kHz of the HP-A3 to 32bit/192 kHz. This allows users to enjoy higher quality sound without sacrificing ease of use.

S/P DIF input is limited to a maximum of 96 kHz.

Analog circuitry with further improved sound quality

The analog circuitry has been newly designed to match the higher supported sampling frequency, and has improved THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) and other performance features that are comparable to those of higher-end products.

Gain switch added to accommodate various playback sources

The headphone output amplifier gain can now be switched between HI and LO positions, with the HI position providing a 10 dB increase in volume over the LO position.

The HI position is effective for low-level input signals and can be used with a variety of playback sources.

Reliable domestic production in Japan. Reliable 3-year warranty.

Each HP-A3mk2 is carefully assembled at a factory in Japan.

As a proof of trust, this product comes with a 3-year warranty from the date of purchase.

The warranty card attached to the instruction manual states “1 year warranty”, but you can obtain a 3-year warranty by presenting a receipt, receipt, or screen capture of your purchase history that proves the date of purchase. No special procedures are required.