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About Cirrus Logic

Cirrus Logic Inc. (NASDAQ: CRUS) is an American fabless semiconductor supplier founded in 1981 by Dr. Suhas Patil as Patil Systems Inc. in Salt Lake City, renamed in 1984 when moving to Silicon Valley. Since 1998, headquarters have been in Austin, Texas. Going public in 1989, the company specializes in analog, mixed-signal, and audio DSP integrated circuits for smartphones, tablets, laptops, automotive systems, and smart home applications. Key acquisitions include Crystal Semiconductor (1991) and Wolfson Microelectronics (2014, $467M). Current CEO Jason Rhode has led since 2007. With 3,200+ customers including Apple (89% of revenue), Samsung, Sony, and Ford, Cirrus Logic is recognized for award-winning corporate culture and flexible hybrid work environment across global design centers.

FIIO's Retro-styled DAP 'ECHO MINI' Now Available in Four Colors

The FIIO Snowsky ECHO MINI is a compact high-resolution digital audio player with a retro-inspired design and modern features.
New color variants, including Titanium Gold, Pink, and Sky Blue, expand the lineup to a total of four colors.
Equipped with dual Cirrus Logic CS43131 DAC chips, it supports high-quality audio formats like DSD256, FLAC, and WAV up to 192kHz/24bit.

Campfire Audio Introduces Portable DAC Wallet and Time Link Cable for Enhanced Portable Audio Experience

Campfire Audio introduces its Portable DAC Wallet, a sleek accessory that magnetically attaches to iPhones to organize portable DAC devices neatly.
Designed with leather and a custom low-profile USB-C cable, the DAC Wallet prevents cable tangling and minimizes port wear.
Compatible with various DACs, including the Campfire Audio Relay; adhesive rings are provided for non-magnetic devices.

ONIX Beta XI2 – Portable DAC with Hybrid Tube Headphone Amplifier

The ONIX Beta XI2 is a portable DAC and headphone amplifier combining digital precision with classic tube warmth for enhanced audio fidelity.
Features dual Cirrus Logic CS43198 DAC chips for detailed playback, supporting modern audio formats with high clarity and transparency.
Incorporates a hybrid amplifier architecture with 4 BUF634 buffers and 2 OPA1662 amps, delivering up to 550 mW at 32 Ω load.

HiBy R6 Pro II 2025: New Digital Audio Player with Dual Cirrus Logic Flagship DACs

The HiBy R6 Pro II 2025 features dual Cirrus Logic CS4308P DACs, delivering 123dB dynamic range and supporting PCM 768kHz/32bit and DSD 512 formats.
Equipped with Class A and Class A/B amplifiers, it achieves 632mW output power and 0.0003% THD for high-impedance headphones.
Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 processor, the device includes 6GB RAM, 128GB storage, and supports up to 2TB microSD expansion.

Shanling CD80II Compact Desktop CD Player Launch with Bluetooth Capabilities

Shanling CD80II is a compact CD player featuring Bluetooth 5.0 and supporting LDAC, AAC, and SBC codecs for versatile wireless playback.
It incorporates Cirrus Logic CS43198 DAC chip, delivering high-resolution audio with Shanling's 37 years of tuning expertise.
Dual SGM8262-2 amplifier chips offer up to 850mW@32Ω output, capable of driving high-impedance headphones effectively.

Pro-Ject Uni Box S3: Revolutionizing Analog and Streaming Audio

Prioritizes pure analog audio with non-digitized playback for turntables and CD players, ensuring lifelike sound fidelity.
Features dual-mono design with fully analog pre/power amplification delivering up to 40W per channel.
Combines analog focus with modern digital options, including a Cirrus Logic DAC, HDMI ARC, Bluetooth 5.1, and dual-band Wi-Fi.

FiiO Unveils the M21: Revolutionizing Portable Hi-Res Audio

Features four Cirrus Logic CS43198 DACs with an eight-channel differential output for precise audio performance.
Dual-stage headphone amplification supports both in-ear monitors and high-impedance headphones.
"Desktop mode" delivers 21Vpp and 950mW output for demanding headphones, with high-grade components enhancing sound quality.