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Cayin BTC-2 High-Res Bluetooth DAC
Cayin introduces BTC-2 Bluetooth DAC and headphone amp
The compact component adds a wireless source option for existing hi-fi, desktop and headphone systems. It combines receiver, DAC, preamp and headphone-amplifier functions for listeners who want Bluetooth playback without replacing their main audio setup.
Georg S. Kuklick
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Cayin has introduced the BTC-2, a compact Bluetooth DAC, preamplifier and headphone amplifier. The launch gives the brand a small-format component for adding wireless playback and source control to desktop, headphone and conventional hi-fi systems.
The BTC-2 is positioned as more than a basic Bluetooth receiver. It can work as a DAC and preamp as well as a headphone amplifier, with wired and wireless input options for systems that need a compact source hub.
Headphone use is a central part of the design, with single-ended and balanced outputs listed in the specification. The unit also supports S/PDIF digital input, so it is not limited to Bluetooth streaming.
Key specifications
DAC chip | ESS Sabre ES9018K2M |
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Bluetooth SoC | Qualcomm QCC5125 |
Codec support | LDAC, aptX HD, aptX LL, aptX, AAC, SBC |
Inputs | Bluetooth, coaxial S/PDIF, line-in |
Outputs | Line-out, S/PDIF-out, unbalanced headphone, balanced headphone |
Digital input | 96 kHz/24-bit over Bluetooth; 192 kHz/24-bit over S/PDIF |
Headphone output | 190 mW + 190 mW single-ended; 280 mW + 280 mW balanced |
Power | USB-C 5V/1A |
Dimensions | 168 × 167 × 39.5 mm |
Cayin Audio Distribution lists the Cayin BTC-2 High-Res Bluetooth DAC at €198 and marked as immediately available. Stereocheck’s submitted coverage positioned the BTC-2 below the $200 mark.
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