--- product_id: 83728008 title: "Astell&Kern A&Norma SR15 High Resolution Portable Music Player/mp3 Player/Digital Player - Dark Grey" brand: "astell&kern" price: "160707788β‚«" currency: VND in_stock: false reviews_count: 6 url: https://www.desertcart.vn/products/83728008-astell-and-kern-a-and-norma-sr15-high-resolution-portable store_origin: VN region: Vietnam --- # Quad-Core CPU for smooth UI Dual-DAC for pristine audio Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n connectivity Astell&Kern A&Norma SR15 High Resolution Portable Music Player/mp3 Player/Digital Player - Dark Grey **Brand:** astell&kern **Price:** 160707788β‚« **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Elevate your sound game β€” because your playlist deserves the best. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Astell&Kern A&Norma SR15 High Resolution Portable Music Player/mp3 Player/Digital Player - Dark Grey by astell&kern - **How much does it cost?** 160707788β‚« with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vn](https://www.desertcart.vn/products/83728008-astell-and-kern-a-and-norma-sr15-high-resolution-portable) ## Best For - astell&kern enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted astell&kern brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Seamless High-Res Playback:** Supports bit-perfect playback up to 24-bit/192kHz and native DSD up to 64MHz. - β€’ **MasterHIFI Chipset Powerhouse:** First portable player with CS43198 DAC delivering distortion-free, master-level audio. - β€’ **Intuitive Noise-Free Interface:** Quad-core CPU ensures smooth navigation and eliminates audio distractions. - β€’ **Audiophile-Grade Dual-DAC Setup:** Experience home Hi-Fi quality sound on the go with two premium DAC chips. - β€’ **Versatile Connectivity & Storage:** Wi-Fi enabled with USB audio support for streaming and digital music management. ## Overview The Astell&Kern A&Norma SR15 is a high-resolution portable music player designed for discerning listeners seeking audiophile-grade sound quality. Featuring a dual-DAC setup with the MasterHIFI CS43198 chipset, it delivers crystal-clear, distortion-free playback of high-res audio files including native DSD and MQA. Its quad-core CPU powers an intuitive, noise-free user interface, while Wi-Fi and USB connectivity enable versatile streaming and storage options. Compact and stylish in dark grey, the SR15 sets a new standard for portable Hi-Fi audio. ## Description The A&norma sets the standard of Hi-Fi audio for novice listeners. The SR15 is the first model in the A&norma line and is the beginning point of the Hi-Fi Audio experience, allowing you to enjoy the philosophy and technologies of Astell&Kern. The A&Norma SR15 uses two audio DAC chips for a Dual-DAC setup which offer greater presence compared to the inferior DAC chips designed for use in mobile devices. This device has adopted the MasterHIFI class DAC CS43198 for the first time in a portable system which means it’s capable of bringing you even closer to the original sound without distortion when it’s matched with the analogue amp design of Astell&Kern. The A&norma also supports native DSD bit-to-bit and gets one step closer to the Hi-Fi system. It’s also designed to remove distractions from your audio, including noise, distortion and an unintuitive user interface, so you can just focus on getting lost in the music. Play any resolution of digital files bit-to-bit up to 24-bit/192kHz with the SR15. DSD is native up to 64MHz, whilst DSD 128 MHz is converted to PCM for playback. The A&norma SR15 also accommodates 32-bit audio, by downsampling via the SRC (Sample Rate Converter) method. If that’s not enough, equipped with MQA technology, the Astell&Kern A&norma SR15 plays back audio files with the same sound of the original master recording. Review: High Price, High Quality Music Player - No Replacement Batteries Available! - I write this review as the until recently happy owner of an Astell & Kern SR25 Norma player - purchased on desertcart in December 2021 for $500.00. It is - or was -an excellent music player. The quality of sound and functionality are way better than any of the iPod's I had previously owned. HOWEVER, that was before the internal rechargeable battery - similar to the one on the SR15and SR35 players - bubbled up and had to be replaced. NO AUTHORIZED DEALER OF ASTELL & KERN SELLS THE REPLACEMENT BATTERY NEEDED FOR ASTELL & KERN PLAYERS. So I am left with essentially a completely unusable $500 music player - all for want of a $30 battery that no dealer or stockist- not desertcart or any other online retailer - sells. Sadly, I have to say : Buyer Beware! You can spend a lot of money on an Astell & Kern player and end up with a player that does not work for want of a simple battery. Review: Really, really nice! I was debating between this and the ak70 mk2 as the wonky look of the SR15 didn't convince me, in the end I took a chance on the SR15 based on specs but oh boy! I'm glad, this is a thing of beauty, sort of reminds me of the monolith in 2001 Space Odyssey! Sound is outstanding, my Beoplay H7 sounnd as they never sounded before, both wired and on Bluetooth. I will be using the SR15 mostly to play Tidal Hi-Fi, the stock app is a light version of the android full player and with no offline option but, to my sweet surprise, it streams Masters-quality content which the android counterpart cannot do, however I also downloaded and installed the full Tidal apk from apkPure as it's easier to navigate (the Spotify apk can also be installed but to play lossy music on this dap would be sacrilege). I love it, it's crazy expensive for my pockets, it sounds warm, dynamic, detailed, it looks awesome, solid, I'm glad I bought it and I recommend it. Update: I loved this player's audio capabilities for the few days I had it to test it but in the end it had to be returned. I simply could not justify the price-tag: Ui is very limited, screen is too small and I ended up browsing Tidal on my phone, adding music to my favorites to then go back to the SR15 to play the chosen albums. In addition Bluetooth range is limited to few meters at best, disappointing when compared to huge range my phone has. For me it's back to usb-dac+phone combo! ## Features - Sets the Standard: The A&norma SR15 sets the standard of Hi-Fi audio for novice listeners - Dual-DAC Setup: Two audio DAC chips, commonly used in Home Hi-Fi systems, produce a Dual-DAC setup - Quad-Core CPU: A&norma is designed to reduce noise and distortion and offer an intuitive playback-focused user interface - MasterHIFI Chipset: The SR15 is equipped with the MasterHIFI class DAC CS43198, the first time in a portable system - USB Audio: A USB connection allows the SR15 to be used as a digital music storage device, as well as a pre-amp to output digital audio - Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07FDV428F | | Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) | | Best Sellers Rank | #434,676 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #2,007 in MP3 & MP4 Players | | Color | Dark Grey | | Connectivity technologies | USB | | Customer Reviews | 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars (116) | | Date First Available | July 25, 2018 | | Display technology | LCD | | Form Factor | MP3 Player | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 5.4 ounces | | Item model number | 3PPS117C-CMGMN1 | | Manufacturer | Astell&Kern | | Other display features | Wireless | | Product Dimensions | 0.63 x 2.26 x 3.93 inches | | Special features | Portable | | Whats in the box | 1 x AR15 Music Player x1 Instruction manual | | Wireless communication technologies | Wi-Fi | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Astell&Kern - **Color:** Dark Grey - **Compatible Devices:** Laptop, Personal Computer - **Connectivity Technology:** USB - **Included Components:** 1 x AR15 Music Player x1 Instruction manual - **Media Type:** Micro SD, SD Card - **Memory Storage Capacity:** 64 GB - **Model Name:** sr15 - **Screen Size:** 3.3 Inches - **Special Feature:** Portable ## Images ![Astell&Kern A&Norma SR15 High Resolution Portable Music Player/mp3 Player/Digital Player - Dark Grey - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31887zape6L.jpg) ![Astell&Kern A&Norma SR15 High Resolution Portable Music Player/mp3 Player/Digital Player - Dark Grey - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/418UM2IIM2L.jpg) ![Astell&Kern A&Norma SR15 High Resolution Portable Music Player/mp3 Player/Digital Player - Dark Grey - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41HZDiCav+L.jpg) ![Astell&Kern A&Norma SR15 High Resolution Portable Music Player/mp3 Player/Digital Player - Dark Grey - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41Snrpy-GSL.jpg) ![Astell&Kern A&Norma SR15 High Resolution Portable Music Player/mp3 Player/Digital Player - Dark Grey - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41TCssBYQ9L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐ High Price, High Quality Music Player - No Replacement Batteries Available! *by P***D on April 17, 2025* I write this review as the until recently happy owner of an Astell & Kern SR25 Norma player - purchased on Amazon in December 2021 for $500.00. It is - or was -an excellent music player. The quality of sound and functionality are way better than any of the iPod's I had previously owned. HOWEVER, that was before the internal rechargeable battery - similar to the one on the SR15and SR35 players - bubbled up and had to be replaced. NO AUTHORIZED DEALER OF ASTELL & KERN SELLS THE REPLACEMENT BATTERY NEEDED FOR ASTELL & KERN PLAYERS. So I am left with essentially a completely unusable $500 music player - all for want of a $30 battery that no dealer or stockist- not Amazon or any other online retailer - sells. Sadly, I have to say : Buyer Beware! You can spend a lot of money on an Astell & Kern player and end up with a player that does not work for want of a simple battery. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by M***? on December 20, 2018* Really, really nice! I was debating between this and the ak70 mk2 as the wonky look of the SR15 didn't convince me, in the end I took a chance on the SR15 based on specs but oh boy! I'm glad, this is a thing of beauty, sort of reminds me of the monolith in 2001 Space Odyssey! Sound is outstanding, my Beoplay H7 sounnd as they never sounded before, both wired and on Bluetooth. I will be using the SR15 mostly to play Tidal Hi-Fi, the stock app is a light version of the android full player and with no offline option but, to my sweet surprise, it streams Masters-quality content which the android counterpart cannot do, however I also downloaded and installed the full Tidal apk from apkPure as it's easier to navigate (the Spotify apk can also be installed but to play lossy music on this dap would be sacrilege). I love it, it's crazy expensive for my pockets, it sounds warm, dynamic, detailed, it looks awesome, solid, I'm glad I bought it and I recommend it. Update: I loved this player's audio capabilities for the few days I had it to test it but in the end it had to be returned. I simply could not justify the price-tag: Ui is very limited, screen is too small and I ended up browsing Tidal on my phone, adding music to my favorites to then go back to the SR15 to play the chosen albums. In addition Bluetooth range is limited to few meters at best, disappointing when compared to huge range my phone has. For me it's back to usb-dac+phone combo! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by E***. on December 7, 2019* Davvero eccellente. Vale il prezzo del biglietto. ## Frequently Bought Together - Astell&Kern A&Norma SR15 High Resolution Portable Music Player/mp3 Player/Digital Player - Dark Grey - SanDisk 256GB Ultra microSDXC UHS-I Memory Card with Adapter - Up to 150MB/s, C10, U1, Full HD, A1, MicroSD Card - SDSQUAC-256G-GN6MA [New Version] - MITER Case for Astell&Kern P1 / Activo P1, Handmade Artificial PU Leather Cover for P1 (Black) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vn/products/83728008-astell-and-kern-a-and-norma-sr15-high-resolution-portable](https://www.desertcart.vn/products/83728008-astell-and-kern-a-and-norma-sr15-high-resolution-portable) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vietnam* *Store origin: VN* *Last updated: 2026-04-26*