Uncompromising audio performance
The Astell & Kern AK500N 1TB is a premium portable Hi-Res digital audio player designed for audiophiles and professionals who want extremely detailed, natural and dynamic sound . Thanks to high-quality components and an audiophile-grade DAC, the AK500N 1TB ensures faithful music reproduction, with a wide soundstage, transparency and timbral accuracy . Perfect for critical listening on high-impedance headphones or professional audio systems.
Memory, connectivity and total compatibility
Featuring 1TB of internal storage , the AK500N 1TB lets you store large hi-res music collections. It supports PCM up to 32-bit/384 kHz, DSD512 and MQA , ensuring the most faithful reproduction possible. Outputs include 3.5mm unbalanced, 2.5mm balanced and 4.4mm balanced , while USB-DAC compatibility allows you to connect to hi-fi systems. Hi-Res Bluetooth and Wi-Fi wireless connectivity allow for streaming and management from integrated music services.
Ergonomic design and long battery life
The high-resolution touchscreen display and dedicated buttons make operation simple and immediate. The premium metal chassis ensures durability and style, while the high-capacity battery allows for long, uninterrupted listening sessions , making the AK500N 1TB ideal for both mobile and professional desktop setups.
| Product type |
Portable Hi-Res Digital Audio Player |
| Internal memory |
1 TB |
| DAC |
High quality audio converter |
| Supported formats |
PCM up to 32‑bit/384 kHz, DSD512, MQA |
| Audio outputs |
3.5mm unbalanced, 2.5mm balanced, 4.4mm balanced |
| Connectivity |
USB‑DAC, Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth Hi‑Res |
| Display |
High-resolution touchscreen |
| Streaming |
Integrated music services |
| Drums |
High capacity for long battery life |
| Material |
Premium metal body |
| Controls |
Touchscreen + dedicated buttons |
| Color |
Black / Premium Finish |
