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The SMSL AS400 is a versatile audio device priced at $279, combining DAC, phono preamp, preamplifier, headphone amp, and power amplifier.
Housing measures 210×46×254 mm and weighs 1.56 kg, with a Cirrus Logic CS43131 chip ensuring premium sound quality.
Amplifier modules Infineon MA5332MS deliver 2×85 W at 8 Ω or 2×165 W at 4 Ω, ideal for various speaker setups.
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