TEAC presents the new AI-303 Stereo Amplifier
TEAC, a Japanese manufacturer of high-end audio devices, has added a new product to its portfolio – the TEAC AI-303 USB DAC Amplifier.
This compact yet powerful stereo amplifier boasts a range of digital inputs, including a USB-C port for connecting to PCs, smartphones, or tablets, and Bluetooth for wireless devices. It also features two analog inputs and an HDMI port for connecting to a TV, making it a versatile addition to any home entertainment setup.
Technical features
The AI-303 is designed with TEAC’s unique 3-point “Stress-lessFoot” system, which provides stability and prevents vibrations for a more natural and rich sound. The amplifier is also equipped with a Hypex NCore 2x50W Stereo Amplifier, which can handle large speakers with minimal distortion, and an ESS SABRE32 DAC that supports high-resolution audio up to DSD256 and PCM 384kHz/32-bit, as well as integrated MQA decoding.
Other notable features of the AI-303 include an HDMI-eARC/ARC input for high-quality sound from a TV, volume control with a TV remote, and crossfeed for a more natural headphone listening experience. Additionally, the amplifier has an automatic on/off function when connected to USB, HDMI, Opt, Coax, or Bluetooth.
For those looking to maximize the potential of the AI-303, TEAC recommends pairing it with the compact TEAC PD-301DAB-X integrated amplifier, which supports DSD files. The AI-303 is available in black and silver on the TEAC website for a suggested retail price of 899 euros or 899 CHF. More information can be found on the TEAC website, and high-resolution images of the AI-303 can be downloaded for reference.
All functions at a glance
- Connects from TV with a single HDMI cable
- Supports Hi-Res audio formats DSD512 and PCM 384/32
- Wide range of digital inputs, HDMI, USB-C, coaxial and optical
- USB-C for versatile USB connection to PC, smartphone and tablet
- Built-in Bluetooth receiver with support for LDAC and Qualcomm aptX HD
- Two pairs of audio inputs for more flexibility
- Powerful Ncore power amplifier from Hypex
- 4-pole headphone output with ground-separated
- Coupling capacitor-less headphone amplifier
- More natural headphone sound with crossfeed
- Full MQA decoding
- Multiple DAC modes with SoC
- High-quality analogue volume with ladder-type attenuator
- Asynchronous mode to avoid USB transmission jitter
- “Bulk Pet” digital audio transmission
- Three-point tension-free feet
- Bluetooth multipoint connection for two people
- Subwoofer pre-output
- Full metal cabinet design
Michael Holzinger reviewed the brand new amplifier for us, if you want to read more about his opinion be sure to check out his blog entry.
Not convinced yet? The japanese product manager is showing the device in detail, on YouTube. Just add the german or english subtitels to it and enjoy the show!
