Periodic Audio, a company that is well and truly dedicated to being able to create pocket-sized manifestations of high-end audio systems, has launched a brilliant new DAC device that is designed to be able to offer big sound from an eminently small package.
Measuring in at about a third of the size of a typical AA battery, the 'Silicon DAC' device offers DSD256 support and can be used with plugged-in headphones.
Currently the subject of a crowdfunding campaign over on Indiegogo, this delightfully designed and smartly engineered DAC device can be obtained for a pledge of $129. It is designed to appeal to music lovers who want to be able to use a compact piece of audio technology in order to enhance the sound quality of music emitted from their computer or smartphone.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Compact Audio Systems
- The 'Silicon DAC' offers big sound in a pocket-sized package, appealing to users who want enhanced sound quality from their portable devices.
- DSD256 Support
- The 'Silicon DAC' device provides support for DSD256, catering to audiophiles who demand high-resolution audio playback.
- Crowdfunding for Audio Technology
- The 'Silicon DAC' is currently the subject of a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo, attracting backers interested in supporting innovative portable audio devices.
Who This Affects Most
- Audio Equipment Manufacturing
- The compact design and impressive audio specs of the 'Silicon DAC' present disruptive innovation opportunities for manufacturers in the audio equipment industry.
- Consumer Electronics
- Portable audio technology, like the 'Silicon DAC', can transform the consumer electronics industry by offering compact and high-performance audio devices.
- Crowdfunding Platforms
- The 'Silicon DAC' crowdfunding campaign highlights the potential disruptive innovation opportunities within crowdfunding platforms for cutting-edge audio technology.
