Audioquest Dragonfly RED USB DAC Bundle with DragonTail for Micro USB

The low-noise, high-efficiency Microchip microcontroller in the DragonFly Red enables it to draw extremely low power from the host, ensuring seamless compatibility with Apple iOS and Android mobile devices. Without the need for additional drivers, the DragonFly Red can play all digital files, from MP3 to high-resolution (up to 24 bits and 96kHz). Its StreamlengthTM asynchronous USB code ensures low jitter, low resource load, minimal packet errors, world-class audio playback, and reliable connectivity between the DragonFly and any computing device compliant with USB Host Mode.

The 32-bit ESS 9016 DAC chip in the DragonFly Red uses a sophisticated minimum-phase digital filter to provide more naturally detailed and dynamic music. The bit-perfect digital volume control also allows for maximum resolution regardless of the volume setting, as adjusting the host's volume control will directly adjust the DragonFly Red's onboard volume.

With an output of 2.1 volts, the DragonFly Red delivers enough power to successfully drive all preamplifier, integrated amplifier, or receiver inputs, as well as a wide range of today's headphones, including power-hungry models. AudioQuest's free Desktop Device Manager application enables software upgrades to meet future technological advancements.

The DragonTail is a USB 2.0 extender designed for use when a USB device, such as AQ's DragonFly USB Stick, Digital-Audio Converter, or a flash drive, is too large to fit next to other occupied computer ports. To ensure that audio performance is never compromised, the DragonTail's crucial design elements are shared with AudioQuest's Carbon digital-audio interconnects, including solid 5% silver conductors, foamed-polyethylene insulation to maintain critical signal-pair geometry, and direct-silver plated (male) USB contacts. The DragonTail's signal-carrying conductors are also controlled for digital-audio directionality, resulting in more engaging, 3D sound.

In summary, the DragonFly Red USB Stick DAC and DragonTail Bundle offers a high-performance, low-power solution for seamless audio playback on a wide range of devices, while the DragonTail extender ensures optimal connectivity and signal quality, even in tight spaces. The combination of innovative design, advanced technology, and AudioQuest's commitment to audio excellence make this bundle a compelling choice for discerning music enthusiasts.

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