{"product_id":"audioquest-dragonfly-copper-usb-digital-to-analog-converter","title":"AudioQuest DragonFly Copper USB Digital-to-Analog Converter","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAudioQuest DragonFly Copper USB Digital-to-Analog Converter\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eAudioQuest DragonFly Copper is a premium portable USB DAC, preamplifier, and headphone amplifier designed to upgrade the sound from laptops, desktop computers, smartphones, and tablets. As the latest and most sophisticated member of the award-winning DragonFly family, it bypasses standard device audio circuitry to deliver cleaner, clearer, and more naturally detailed music through headphones, powered speakers, preamps, amplifiers, or complete audio systems. Featuring a highly efficient 32-bit ESS Sabre DAC\/headphone amp, a high-conductivity copper-plated RF-draining case, and twice the output power of any previous DragonFly, DragonFly Copper combines class-leading performance with striking portable design. It supports everything from MP3 files to Hi-Res audio, works with Apple, Windows, iOS, and Android devices, meets USB Audio Class standards with no additional drivers required, and includes a form-fitting DragonTail USB-A to USB-C adapter for modern connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch4\u003eWhat It's Good At:\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUpgrading laptop, desktop, tablet, and smartphone audio with a portable USB DAC solution\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDriving headphones with twice the output power of previous DragonFly models\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeeding preamps, amplifiers, powered speakers, and complete audio systems with cleaner sound\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReducing RF noise through a high-conductivity copper-plated case designed for improved noise drainage\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlaying everything from MP3 files to Hi-Res audio with smooth, natural musical detail\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProviding plug-and-play convenience with USB Audio Class compliance and no extra drivers required\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003eAudioQuest DragonFly Copper USB Digital-to-Analog Converter Full Specifications:\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e AudioQuest\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e DragonFly Copper\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB Digital-to-Analog Converter, preamplifier, and headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubtitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB Digital-to-Analog Converter\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e DRAGONFLYCOPPER\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariant Barcode \/ UPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 092592197978\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e DragonFly\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e DragonFly\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor \/ Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC Chip:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32-bit ESS Sabre DAC\/headphone amp\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Material \/ Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-conductivity copper-plated case designed for improved RF-noise drainage\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio File Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beautiful sound from MP3 files to Hi-Res audio\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesktop Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Windows, Apple, and Linux; Linux technical support not provided\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMobile Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apple iOS and Android devices\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Audio Standard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets USB Audio Class standards\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDriver Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e No additional drivers required\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drives headphones and feeds preamps, amplifiers, powered speakers, and complete audio systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Output level is controlled by the connected phone, tablet, or computer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e Twice the output power of any previous DragonFly model\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Draw:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 25% lower current draw than previous DragonFly models\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStatus \/ Sample Rate Indicator:\u003c\/strong\u003e DragonFly emblem changes color to indicate playback status and sampling rate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndicator Colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red for standby, green for 44.1kHz, blue for 48kHz, yellow for 88.2kHz, and light blue for 96kHz\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Adapter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Form-fitting DragonTail USB-A to USB-C adapter\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19mm W x 12mm H x 57mm L\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariant Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3 lb\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold As:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetail Packaging Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.1\" W x 1.18\" H x 8.27\" L\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetail Packaging Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3 lb\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInner GTIN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10092592098395\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInner Carton Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5\" W x 8.75\" H x 7\" L\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInner Carton Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.9 lb\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInner Carton Quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetail Price:\u003c\/strong\u003e $250 USD \/ $345 CAD\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003eAudioQuest DragonFly Copper USB Digital-to-Analog Converter Q\u0026amp;A:\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cdl\u003e \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the AudioQuest DragonFly Copper do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd\u003eDragonFly Copper is a portable USB DAC, preamplifier, and headphone amplifier that bypasses the built-in audio circuitry in computers, smartphones, and tablets to deliver cleaner, clearer, and more natural sound.\u003c\/dd\u003e \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich devices are compatible with DragonFly Copper?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd\u003eDragonFly Copper is compatible with Apple and Windows computers, Apple iOS devices, Android devices, and Linux systems; Linux technical support is not provided.\u003c\/dd\u003e \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes DragonFly Copper require additional drivers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd\u003eNo. DragonFly Copper meets USB Audio Class standards, so it is designed for plug-and-play operation without additional drivers.\u003c\/dd\u003e \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of music files can DragonFly Copper play?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd\u003eDragonFly Copper is designed to improve sound from a wide range of audio files, from everyday MP3 files to Hi-Res music.\u003c\/dd\u003e \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan DragonFly Copper be used with headphones and speakers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd\u003eYes. DragonFly Copper can drive headphones and can also feed preamps, amplifiers, powered speakers, and complete audio systems.\u003c\/dd\u003e \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the volume controlled?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd\u003eThe connected phone, tablet, or computer controls the output level, making DragonFly Copper easy to use with everyday devices.\u003c\/dd\u003e \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do the DragonFly emblem colors mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd\u003eThe emblem changes color to show playback status and sample rate: red for standby, green for 44.1kHz, blue for 48kHz, yellow for 88.2kHz, and light blue for 96kHz.\u003c\/dd\u003e \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included with DragonFly Copper?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd\u003eDragonFly Copper includes a form-fitting DragonTail USB-A to USB-C adapter for convenient connection to modern USB-C devices.\u003c\/dd\u003e \u003c\/dl\u003e \u003ch4\u003eAudioQuest DragonFly Copper Downloads:\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/lupublic\/AudioQuest-Dragonfly-Copper-User-Manual.pdf\" title=\"AudioQuest DragonFly Copper User Manual\"\u003eAudioQuest DragonFly Copper User Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62817402388639,"sku":"AQT-DRAGONFLY-CPR","price":249.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/6910\/4031\/files\/AudioQuest-Dragonfly-Copper.jpg?v=1781891999","url":"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/audioquest-dragonfly-copper-usb-digital-to-analog-converter","provider":"ListenUp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}