B1 Bluetooth Music Receiver

Get great-sounding Bluetooth audio from your device to any music system (perfect for that vintage system stashed in your attic).

SPECS:

• Bluetooth receiver type
  Bluetooth 5.0 audio

  Supported Bluetooth codecs
  aptX HD, aptX low latency, aptX, AAC, SBC

  Supported Bluetooth profiles
  A2DP, AVRCP

  Inputs
  Bluetooth

  Outputs
  Stereo analog RCA
  Digital optical (SPDIF)

  Required power
  5V, 200mA

  Operation range
  up to 100ft (30m) typical

  Full-scale output
  2.0V RMS

  Output impedance
  57 Ohms

  D/A converter
  AKM AK4396

  Power filtering
  3-stage redundant regulation

  SNR
  SNR (DC to 20 kHz)
  100dB

  THD+N
  (1 kHz FS 96 kS/s) <0.02%

  Frequency response
  10Hz – 20kHz (+/-0.5dB)

  Crosstalk
  >-86dB

  Input bit depth
  24-bit (upsampled)

  Input data rate
  Determined by Bluetooth

  Latency
  ~30 milliseconds (ms)

  Product dimensions
  3.5 x 4.0 x 1u201d

  Shipping weight
  1.0lbs (0.5kg)

  Shipping box dimensions
  11 x 7 x 3u2033

  Environmental Requirements
  Operating temperature: 32° to 105°F (0°C to 40°C)
  Storage temperature: -4°0 to 115°F (-20°C to 46°C)
  Relative humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing

  Included accessories
  RCA audio cable (3ft/1m)
  Power adapter with detachable cable
  Microfiber bag
  Setup guide

  Technical Features
  Supports all Bluetooth-enabled devices
  High-fidelity Bluetooth with aptX transmission and extended range
  Stream high-resolution 24-bit digital audio from the Audioengine B1 to any music system.
  Includes built-in AKM4396 DAC for superior 24-bit upsampled playback
  Aluminum case with audiophile-grade connectors
  Analog and optical outputs
  2.0Vrms maximum output level

  Experience stunning audio quality with aptX HD coding, built-in 24-bit upsampling DAC, and extended wireless range.

  DAC Characteristics
  The B1 Bluetooth Receiver utilizes the AKM AK4396A DAC, widely known for its low noise and high fidelity. B1 is essentially an upsampling 24-bit Bluetooth DAC and will pad all bit depths internally to 24-bits, thus achieving a higher signal-to-noise ratio. Due to the AK4396A’s high signal-to-noise specs, the fact that the digital signal is converted (upsampled) to 24-bits and the added benefit of triple redundancy power source conversion and filtering, the B1 presents impressive low noise and low distortion characteristics with a noticeable improvement over other Bluetooth devices.

  Extended Range
  Most Bluetooth implementations have very limited range, usually within just one room. But with careful signal management circuitry and antenna tuning, we offer a superior solution that will reach more than one room with no degradation in audio quality.

  High quality Bluetooth audio
  The B1 features aptX HD coding which is an advanced Bluetooth audio codec that provides much higher-quality sound than previous versions. The B1 is backwards-compatible with all previous Bluetooth implementations as well, so you can wirelessly stream music from any device and still enjoy outstanding sound.

  Optical Output
  B1 also functions as a wireless audio bridge from your device to your favorite DAC or preamp. Use the internal DAC with RCA analog outputs or connect the optical output into another DAC.