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AUDIOCULAR AURA Pro Hi-Res Portable DAC & Amp
Upgrade your smartphone, tablet or computer with AUDIOCULAR AURA Pro, a compact Hi-Res USB Type-C DAC and headphone amplifier designed for IEMs and headphones. Powered by the CS43198 DAC and SGM8262 headphone amplifier, AURA Pro combines high-resolution audio decoding, powerful output and extensive sound customization in a portable design.
Whether you use sensitive IEMs, everyday earphones or more demanding headphones, AURA Pro is designed to give you greater control over your listening experience while supporting high-resolution PCM and DSD audio.
High-Performance CS43198 DAC for Detailed Hi-Fi Sound
At the heart of the AUDIOCULAR AURA Pro is the Cirrus Logic CS43198 DAC, a high-performance digital-to-analog converter designed for high-resolution audio playback.
The DAC works with AURA Pro's USB audio and DSP architecture to convert digital audio into an analog signal with high resolution and low distortion. This makes AURA Pro a versatile choice for listeners who want to get more from lossless and Hi-Res music on their phone, tablet or computer.
With support for PCM audio up to 384kHz/32-bit, AURA Pro can handle high-resolution music files while maintaining the detail and dynamics of compatible recordings.
Powerful SGM8262 Amplifier with Up to 235mW Output
A good DAC needs an amplifier capable of driving your headphones properly. AURA Pro pairs the CS43198 DAC with a dedicated SGM8262 headphone amplifier for powerful and controlled output.
Under the specified 32Ω test condition, AURA Pro provides a typical output of 210mW and can reach up to 235mW.
It supports headphones and earphones across a wide 16Ω–600Ω impedance range, making it suitable for everything from sensitive IEMs to headphones that require more amplification.
What does this mean for you?
You get a compact DAC amp that can provide substantially more driving capability than many standard smartphone or computer headphone outputs, while giving you the flexibility to use different types of IEMs and headphones.
Note: Actual volume and performance will vary depending on headphone sensitivity, impedance, source device and listening conditions.
384kHz/32-bit PCM & DSD256 Hi-Res Audio Support
AURA Pro is built for listeners who use high-resolution and lossless music.
It supports:
- PCM up to 384kHz / 32-bit
- DSD64
- DSD128
- DSD256
This broad format support lets you enjoy compatible high-resolution recordings without being limited to standard-resolution audio.
Whether you're listening to FLAC, other lossless PCM formats or compatible DSD files, AURA Pro is designed to preserve the detail and dynamics contained in the original digital recording.
Personalize Your Sound with My Audiocular
One of the biggest advantages of AURA Pro is that you're not locked into a single sound profile.
With My Audiocular, you can fine-tune the listening experience to suit your IEMs, headphones and personal preferences.
Supported features include:
- 10-band EQ
- Multi-band PEQ Editor
- Auto PEQ
- Adaptive Sound Test
- AI-powered sound recommendations
- Device Dashboard
- Custom presets
This makes AURA Pro particularly useful if you own multiple IEMs or headphones and prefer different sound signatures for different genres or listening sessions.
My Audiocular features are available through the supported Android app or web app on Windows and macOS. Available functions and interface options may vary depending on firmware, operating system and My Audiocular updates.
Built-In DSP & Selectable DAC Filters
AURA Pro includes a built-in DSP that enables additional sound customization and processing.
You can also select from supported DAC digital filters to adjust the way compatible digital audio is processed.
These options give more experienced audiophiles additional control over their playback chain, while beginners can simply use the default settings and start listening.
RGB Playback Status Indicator
AURA Pro makes it easy to see what's happening during playback with its integrated RGB playback status indicator.
The indicator provides visual feedback based on the active playback format, including different PCM sample-rate ranges and DSD formats.
This gives you a quick way to check your current playback status without opening an app or checking your source device.
3.5mm Headphone Output with Microphone & Call Support
AURA Pro isn't limited to music playback.
Its 3.5mm single-ended headphone output supports compatible:
- IEMs and headphones
- Microphone input
- Voice recording
- Phone calls
- Inline headset controls
The device can automatically recognize compatible 3-pole and 4-pole plugs, making it more convenient for everyday listening and communication.
So whether you're listening to music, taking a call or using a headset with a microphone, AURA Pro can serve as a versatile portable audio interface.
4-Core Silver-Plated Cable
AURA Pro features an integrated 4-core silver-plated cable designed for stable and efficient signal transmission.
The integrated construction keeps the DAC amp compact and portable while providing a durable connection between your USB Type-C source device and 3.5mm headphones or IEMs.
Compatible with Phones, Tablets & Computers
AURA Pro uses a USB Type-C input and supports a wide range of operating systems, making it suitable for use across multiple devices.
Compatible platforms include:
- Android
- HarmonyOS
- Windows
- iOS
- macOS
This makes AURA Pro a flexible option if you listen across your smartphone, tablet and computer rather than using a DAC exclusively with one device.
Is AUDIOCULAR AURA Pro Good for IEMs?
Yes. AURA Pro is designed to work with a wide range of IEMs and headphones, supporting loads from 16Ω to 600Ω.
For sensitive IEMs, the combination of the CS43198 DAC, dedicated SGM8262 amplifier and customizable DSP gives you a capable portable source with plenty of tuning flexibility.
However, the best pairing depends on the sensitivity and impedance of your specific IEM or headphone. Output power alone doesn't determine compatibility or sound quality.
Is AUDIOCULAR AURA Pro Good for Hi-Res Music?
Yes. AURA Pro supports PCM up to 384kHz/32-bit and DSD256, making it suitable for compatible Hi-Res and lossless music libraries.
If you use high-resolution FLAC, PCM or DSD recordings, AURA Pro provides the decoding capability required to play these formats.
Can I Customize the Sound?
Yes. My Audiocular gives you extensive sound customization options, including 10-band EQ, PEQ, Auto PEQ, Adaptive Sound Test, AI-powered sound recommendations and custom presets.
This is especially useful if you like experimenting with different sound signatures or want to optimize your setup for a particular pair of IEMs or headphones.
Does AURA Pro Support Microphones and Calls?
Yes. The 3.5mm interface supports compatible microphone input, voice recording and calls, along with supported inline headset controls.
Compatibility depends on the connected headset and device.
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It's actually good piece and getting better sound clarity but not must satisfied with bass even though I bought improved bass version
Comfortable fit. Good for extended listening. Details pop out and treble is clean.
Nice Product, The sound quality is poor when the iem is directly connected to phone but the sound quality is very high when it is connected. Fully satisfied.
Really happy with the Salnotes Zero 2. Sound is clear and bass is good without being too much. Vocals sound nice and the earphones are comfortable even after using them for a few hours. Build quality is also decent for the price. Overall, good IEM and worth the money
Damn good and buy foam tips
Wonderful IEMS. Punchy bass. Clear trebles.
Absolute bomb! I am so happy with my purchase, these turned out to be way better than I expected. The separation, details, highs-mids-lows, the bass just enough to make it delightful.. Great value for money..
KZ Duonic sounds really good, better than my expensive Samsung TWS. The instrument separation is amazing.
GK kunten is a great iem at this price, very good sound quality, has clarity and good sound stage. I previously listened music on my bluetooth tws but when i listened music in these iem's i am just amazed.
Worth buying it!!
This earphones lacks vocals.
Sub bass slaps.
In game enemy foot steps can be heard like esp hacker
The Zero 2 didn't impress me immediately. Coming from regular consumer audio, my first reaction was honestly “where's the bass?” It didn't have that obvious thump I was used to.
Then I played James Blake – Limit to Your Love. That ridiculously deep sub-bass was clearly there. That's when I realised the Zero 2 wasn't bassless — its bass just wasn't constantly bloated or pushed forward.
But bass isn't why I ended up loving it.
The real revelation was separation and detail. Harris Jayaraj's Mudhal Kanave (Majunu) sounded unexpectedly airy, with instruments occupying their own space. Then A.R. Rahman's Nenjinile (Uyire) exposed tiny bells, percussion and background textures I'd heard countless times but never really noticed.
A.R. Rahman's Sangamam pushed it even further. Sowkkiyama and Muthalmurai sounded ridiculously clean and separated — vocals, veena, percussion and other instruments remained individually easy to follow even as the arrangements became busy. Tanam Kiravani was basically earporn on these.
The imaging isn't enormous or artificially wide, but with good recordings there's a convincing sense of where sounds are and how far away they are. Live recordings made this especially obvious. Remember Shakti's Saturday Night in Bombay actually felt like listening to musicians occupying a stage rather than instruments simply being panned left and right.
Modern electronic production can be equally fun. A.R. Rahman's Ladio (I) has a dense electronic arrangement but still gives its individual sounds room to breathe, while Marian Hill showed me how effective the opposite approach can be — sparse production, deep bass and tiny sounds appearing out of otherwise empty space.
The downside is that the Zero 2 also exposes mediocre production. I tried the DC soundtrack in 24-bit/48 kHz lossless, expecting a major improvement over Spotify. Apart from moments in Hangova, Thaalam Trip and Echoes of DC, much of it still sounded narrow. Lossless can't create space that isn't in the mix.
That's probably the biggest thing the Zero 2 taught me: recording, arrangement and mixing matter far more than a file simply saying “24-bit.”
It's not perfect. The stage could be larger, I'd occasionally like more physical bass impact, and the stock tips feel somewhat plasticky. But they're comfortable and seal well, and the different stock tip designs actually provide some useful room to experiment with the presentation.
Compared with something consumer-oriented like my OnePlus Z2 ANC, I lose ANC, wireless convenience and some exaggerated bass thump. That's about as much comparison as it needs — they're completely different products.
For the price, what impresses me most isn't that the Zero 2 makes everything sound amazing.
It makes great recordings sound great — and makes it painfully obvious when they aren't.
I’ve been using it for the past two weeks, and it has performed amazingly well. I absolutely love the golden nozzles. Overall design is premium. The build quality of both the IEMs and the cable feels excellent, and everything looks and feels genuinely premium. Overall, I’m really impressed with the quality and experience so far.
Heard so much about iems so i ordered edc pro, it was good for the price not great. So i thought I'll spend a lil more and got this. These were not good but insanely great.
Worth all my money.
