Astell & Kern AK Cradle for Docking PD10 and SP4000

Complete Your Home Audio

The AK Cradle embodies Astell&Kern's vision of a perfect musical space. More than just a charging station, the cradle expands into a complete home audio system. Its elegant design also makes it a refined interior object, seamlessly blending into your living space. Complete your music and your space with the AK Cradle.

Convenient Charging & Expansion

Placing your DAP on the cradle instantly begins charging. When listening to music, it provides a stable power supply, allowing you to stay immersed for hours without worrying about battery life.

By connecting the DAP to speakers or amplifiers via the XLR output, you can enjoy full high-resolution sound directly through your home audio system.

The Neutrik XLR connectors used in the cradle are built to withstand thousands of plug-ins and removals, ensuring exceptional durability. Once plugged in, the connector locks automatically, delivering a more stable and reliable connection.

* To charge the DAP, a USB charging cable must be connected to the cradle's rear USB port.

* Charging specifications follow the DAP's own charging standards, regardless of the cradle.

From Portable to Home Audio

With the AK Cradle, you can easily expand your experience at home, enjoying high-resolution sound in a more versatile and convenient way. The XLR output can be controlled through the connected DAP's volume or set to a fixed level via Line Out settings, depending on your preference.

Check Audio Information in Real Time with LED Light

The LED indicator on the front of the AK Cradle intuitively displays information about the track currently being played, just like the player itself. Softly glowing even in dark spaces, the LED provides both visual convenience and a refined, ambient atmosphere.

* The LED light can be turned on or off according to user settings.

• 16bit red
• 24bit green
• 32bit blue
• DSD purple

DESIGN

Design Concept: Circle

The design of the AK Cradle is inspired by the circle, the most complete geometric form. As the shape that occupies the largest area relative to its size, the circle provides stable support for players of various dimensions while symbolizing the expansion from portable audio to home audio.

The interplay of circles and straight lines creates a sculptural form resembling a cylinder cut on a diagonal, ensuring both stable placement of the device and a comfortable viewing angle. The front-facing "A" logo not only represents Astell&Kern's identity but also visually reflects audio information.

Crafted from extruded aluminum, the cradle is designed with a 50-degree tilt for comfortable operation on a desk or table. Its sliding port system enhances compatibility with different DAP sizes and models. Blending seamlessly with the device, the AK Cradle becomes an object that naturally integrates into your space-serving as both a design element and a true "Control Tower" for your home audio system.

Specification

• General Specifications
  • Model

    AK Cradle (PES11)

  • Body Color

    Silver

  • Body Material

    Aluminum

  • Input

    USB Type-C (for Charging & Data)

  • Output

    3pin XLR (Stereo pair)

  • Dimensions

    4.96" (126mm)[W] x 3.82" (97.1mm)[H] x 6.55" (166.4mm)[D]

  • Weight

    About 19.92oz (565g)