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AUDIOCULAR SPARK Hi-Res Portable DAC Dongle (CX31993 + MAX Amp) - Black

Experience Studio-Grade Audio Anywhere
The AUDIOCULAR SPARK is a premium Type-C to 3.5mm portable DAC dongle, built to transform your everyday listening into a high-fidelity experience. Powered by the flagship CX31993 DAC chip and MAX97220 amplifier, the SPARK delivers studio-quality audio with exceptional clarity, rich bass, and crisp detail—making it the ideal upgrade for audiophiles, music lovers, and gamers on the go.
Key Features
🎧 Flagship DAC + Amplifier Combo
Featuring the powerful CX31993 DAC and MAX97220 amp, SPARK offers expansive sound with dynamic lows, smooth mids, and ultra-clear highs—free from distortion or harshness.
🔊 Hi-Res Audio Support (32bit/384kHz)
Enjoy PCM 32bit/384kHz and ADC 24bit/96kHz audio decoding. With an SNR >124dB and THD+N as low as 0.000003, your audio stays pure, detailed, and immersive.
💪 High Power Output
SPARK delivers up to 63mW at 32Ω, ideal for driving IEMs and headphones between 16–32Ω. Whether you're on mobile or desktop, hear your music fully come alive.
🎵 Immersive Soundstage & Isolation
Perfect for gaming or movies, SPARK creates a wide and accurate soundstage, restoring subtle background effects while reducing external noise distractions.
🔗 Seamless Type-C to 3.5mm Compatibility
Easily connect your favorite wired headphones to smartphones, tablets, or notebooks with USB-C ports—no compromises on sound quality.
🧳 Ultra-Portable and Travel-Ready
Its compact, lightweight design fits easily in your pocket or case—ideal for commuting, working, or relaxing on the go.
🛠️ Durable & Audiophile-Grade Build
Built with 8-strand silver-plated copper wire and a gold-plated 3.5mm jack, the SPARK ensures optimal conductivity, durability, and long-term performance.
🔌 Universal Device Support
Works flawlessly with most Android phones, laptops, and tablets with Type-C ports—no driver required for plug-and-play convenience.
Specifications
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Model: AUDIOCULAR SPARK
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DAC Chip: CX31993
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Amp Chip: MAX97220
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Decoding Support: PCM 32bit/384kHz, ADC 24bit/96kHz
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Power Output: 63mW @ 32Ω
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Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): >124dB
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Dynamic Range (DNR): >120dB
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THD+N: 0.000003
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Compatibility: 16–32Ω headphones
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Connector: USB Type-C to 3.5mm
Why Choose AUDIOCULAR SPARK?
If you're looking for a hi-res DAC dongle under budget that doesn’t compromise on build quality, sound fidelity, or power output, the AUDIOCULAR SPARK is your ideal pick. It’s a true plug-and-play solution that elevates your everyday audio into a rich and immersive sonic journey.
✅ Ideal For
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Audiophiles & Music Enthusiasts
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On-the-go Hi-Fi Listening
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Mobile Gamers
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Commuters & Remote Workers
Model: AUDIOCULAR SPARK - Black
DAC Chip: CX31993
Amp Chip: MAX97220
Decoding Support: PCM 32bit/384kHz, ADC 24bit/96kHz
Power Output: 63mW @ 32Ω
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): >124dB
Dynamic Range (DNR): >120dB
THD+N: 0.000003
Compatibility: 16–32Ω headphones
Connector: USB Type-C to 3.5mm
Warranty period: 12 months
Audio is
One of the best dac you can buy !
Amazing quality
It was my first dac, and was surely little hesitated because of many complaints about its hissing problem but it has been nearly a month now andI'm 1000% satisfied with it. I have paired it with EDC pro as of now but zero2 and kunten are on the way!
Amazing
Simply noteble superior sound
The Audiocular Spark is simply good for the price, it is greate to pair with budget IEM's
It’s one the best and enough foreveryone it’s fucking amazing I really recommend this over 07
it does well as amplifier but i can't find difference between this and zebronics 200 rs dongle regarding sound clarity. so if you just want to emplify sound then go for it. but expect any change in sound quality.
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The product came with all the accessories it should have, the box wasn't damaged at all and delivery was quick. It only took 2 days to be delivered and came with good enough packaging.
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When I was a kid, somewhere around 2005–2007, I was gifted a Sony cassette Walkman. I was too young to care about model numbers or sound signatures. I just knew that pressing play felt important. That Walkman is gone now. Probably sacrificed to the great black hole where old chargers, socks, and childhood joy go to die. But the want never left.
So years later, I did what any emotionally stable adult does. I bought a Walkman again. This time, the Sony NW-A306. And no, this is not nostalgia cosplay. This is something else.
-> A Small Device With Strong Opinions:
The NW-A306 looks like a cute mini smartphone that went on a digital detox retreat. No camera. No speaker. No SIM. No “bro just one notification”. It exists only for music and has zero interest in your productivity apps or reels.
Physically, it feels solid and intentional. Buttons still exist. Sony clearly assumes you might listen to music without staring at a screen like it owes you money.
-> Android, But With Discipline:
It runs Android 14 and yes, streaming apps work. YouTube, YouTube Music, Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, ... etc all fine. But here’s the thing, you can choose how modern you want it to be.
With Google services running, I casually listened for about 6 to 7 hours and still stayed under 60 percent battery usage. That’s respectable. Disable Google services and background nonsense, and suddenly the battery life becomes “arre yeh toh chale hi ja raha hai” level good.
Sony didn’t brute-force anything. This device feels tuned, not overpowered.
-> Sound - Sony Being Sony:
Let’s clear this upfront. Walkman is the legacy on which the iPod later thrived. Apple polished the idea. Sony invented the feeling.
And yes, it is Sony, so bass exists. No question about that.
The bass here is not the shaadi DJ type that enters before the song does. It is controlled, confident, and supportive. With KZ ZAS and Sony XM4s, the sound is clean, warm when needed, detailed when it matters, and never tiring.
As a USB DAC, this thing is frankly ridiculous for its size. Plug it into a PC and it behaves like a serious audio device pretending to be small for fun. Stable, clean, no tantrums.
This is not five-minute wow sound. This is “ab bas ek album aur” sound.
-> Local Music and the Joy of Making Things Difficult:
Now comes the part streaming apps will not like.
Yes, we have everything. Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, Amazon, Qobuz, YouTube. Music is everywhere. And somehow, nothing sticks.
Algorithms keep suggesting. You keep skipping. Half the time you don’t even remember what you listened to two hours ago. Music becomes vibe. Background. White noise with feelings.
Owning music changes behaviour.
Ripping CDs into FLAC, fixing metadata, web scraping album art, organizing albums. This is effort. And effort creates attention. You listen to albums. You read lyrics. You notice production. You sit still.
Sony Music Center on Windows actually helps instead of testing your patience. Metadata, album art, even 12-tone analysis. Organizing music feels intentional, not like punishment for liking files.
The NW-A306 makes music feel yours. Not rented. Not borrowed. Yours.
Ironically, it uses modern tech to make things slightly complicated on purpose, so listening becomes simple again.
-> So Why Does This Exist?
The NW-A306 is not trying to replace your phone. It is reminding you why music once deserved its own device.
It is focused. It is disciplined. It does not beg for attention. And that is rare now.
If you treat music as something to truly listen to and not just something playing while you scroll, this Walkman makes complete sense. Emotionally. Practically. Logically.
Also, it feels really good to own your music again. Like, irrationally good.
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i was scared what if i will get scammed, or will the put stone in the box ,
but nothing happened like that, best unboxing experience, do take video, as its mentioned in the package either,
product 10/10
the only issue the extra included case has no guide how to put earbuds in it and as i am an idiot i inserted it wrong took 45 minutes reinserted, fites to tight,
if you are stuck just like me - [****] email me i will help,
best audio , ANC is decent, call good, battery decent, overall excellent package, didnt find in ear detection, or find my earbuds only thing which arnt deal breakers
Amazing product and quick delivery.
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First off, huge shoutout to The Audio Store team in Pune. The buying experience was smooth, and they were super helpful with my queries. It’s always reassuring to buy from folks who actually understand the gear they sell.
As for the Tea Pros—they are special. I’ve had them for a while now, so the "new toy" excitement has settled, but I’m still reaching for them every single day. The fit is incredibly comfortable for my ears, even during long listening sessions.
Sound-wise, they have that magic "Tea" DNA but feel more evolved. The vocals are lush and front-and-center, which makes tracks feel intimate. The bass has a solid, authoritative punch without bleeding into the mids, and the treble is detailed but smooth—I’ve never felt any fatigue, even after hours of use. The soundstage is holographic; you can really pinpoint where every instrument is coming from.
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