{"product_id":"cayin-id6-streamer-dac-headphone-amplifier","title":"Cayin ID6 Streamer, DAC \u0026 Headphone Amplifier","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCayin ID6 Streamer, DAC \u0026amp; Headphone Amplifier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube Sound Reimagined.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more than three decades, vacuum-tube audio has been one of Cayin’s defining strengths. The Cayin ID6 brings that experience into a modern all-in-one desktop audio platform, combining network streaming, high-resolution digital playback, DAC functionality, preamplifier and line outputs, and powerful headphone amplification in one compact chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for listeners who want the flexibility of a modern streaming system without giving up the unmistakable musical character of tube amplification, the ID6 combines three instantly switchable timbres, a customized Android 14 platform, dual-mono ESS decoding, a fully discrete balanced headphone stage, expandable storage, and extensive digital connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether used as a complete headphone system, a digital source for an existing Hi-Fi setup, or the control center of a compact two-channel system, the Cayin ID6 is designed to be an exceptionally versatile centerpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree Selectable Timbres:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic Tube, Modern Tube, and Solid-State\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12AU7 Tube Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic 12AU7 dual-triode tubes cascaded with MOS-FETs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomized Android 14:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powered by the Rockchip RK3576 octa-core processor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Resolution Playback:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to PCM 32-bit\/768kHz and Native DSD512\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual ES9082Q DACs:\u003c\/strong\u003e One DAC dedicated to each channel in MONO mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Discrete Balanced Headphone Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four-channel balanced topology with selectable Class A and Class AB operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 4.0W + 4.0W:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powerful balanced headphone output into 16Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXMOS XU316 USB Audio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16-core USB processor supporting UAC2.0 and UAC1.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpandable Internal Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dedicated M.2 NVMe 2280 SSD bay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6-inch FHD+ Touch Display:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1080 × 2160 display with spectrum and VU-meter visualization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Networking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual-band Wi-Fi, wired Ethernet, and Qualcomm QCC5125 Bluetooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtensive Connectivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e XLR, RCA, HDMI I²S-LVDS, coaxial, optical, USB DAC, HDMI ARC, USB HOST, and Ethernet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCayin Control App:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remote timbre switching, playback configuration, and device management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThree Timbres, One Platform\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ID6 gives you three distinctly different sound presentations in a single component. Switch between tube and solid-state timbres to match your headphones, music, and listening preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTimbre\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCharacter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm, smooth, relaxed, and easy to listen to, with delicate and engaging vocals.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModern Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpansive soundstage, incisive resolution, and tight, powerful bass.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolid-State\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrecise and composed, with maximum resolution and strong detail retrieval.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClassic 12AU7 Tube Architecture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on Cayin’s decades of vacuum-tube audio experience, the ID6 uses classic 12AU7 dual-triode tubes cascaded with MOS-FETs to create its two tube timbres, alongside a separate Solid-State timbre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dedicated tube viewing window puts the warm filament glow on display, bringing Cayin’s tube heritage into the ID6’s modern desktop design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAndroid 14 Streaming Platform\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ID6 runs a deeply customized Android 14 system powered by the Rockchip RK3576 octa-core processor, featuring four Cortex-A72 cores running at up to 2.2GHz and four Cortex-A53 cores running at up to 2.0GHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe platform is designed for responsive streaming-app operation, fast library scanning, smooth multitasking, and high-resolution local playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBit-Perfect High-Resolution Playback\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptimized low-level drivers and Cayin’s audio framework provide native SoC USB Audio and I²S bit-perfect transmission paths. The ID6 supports digital audio up to \u003cstrong\u003ePCM 32-bit\/768kHz and Native DSD512\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping preserve signal integrity throughout the digital chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDual ES9082Q DACs in MONO Mode\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than sharing a single DAC between channels, the ID6 uses two ESS ES9082Q DACs operating in MONO mode, with one DAC dedicated to each channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis creates physically independent left and right decoding paths designed to improve channel separation, signal-to-noise ratio, dynamic range, and low-level detail resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFully Discrete Balanced Headphone Amplifier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ID6 features a four-channel, fully balanced and fully discrete headphone amplifier topology using Nexperia audio-grade BJT devices for current amplification and drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eListeners can select between \u003cstrong\u003eClass A and Class AB operation\u003c\/strong\u003e, while a DC-Servo circuit helps control DC offset. Balanced headphone output reaches up to an impressive \u003cstrong\u003e4.0W + 4.0W into 16Ω\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eXMOS XU316 USB Audio\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 16-core XMOS XU316 processor handles USB audio and supports both UAC2.0 and UAC1.0 for broad compatibility with Windows, macOS, Android, Linux, and other mainstream systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsynchronous transfer and precision clock re-clocking are used to help suppress digital jitter and source-related noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlexible Storage \u0026amp; Networking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccess your music from streaming services, network libraries, USB storage, or an internally installed SSD. The ID6 supports dual-band 2.4GHz\/5GHz Wi-Fi, wired Ethernet, Qualcomm QCC5125 Bluetooth, USB flash drives, external hard drives, card readers, and a dedicated \u003cstrong\u003eM.2 NVMe 2280 SSD bay\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIndependent Digital \u0026amp; Analog Power Supplies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA toroidal transformer anchors the ID6’s linear power architecture, with separate power-supply sections for the digital and analog circuitry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDC-DC regulation, low-noise linear regulators, and polymer molybdenum filter capacitors are used to suppress ripple and circuit noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e6-Inch FHD+ Touch Display\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front panel features a \u003cstrong\u003e6-inch 1080 × 2160 FHD+ touchscreen\u003c\/strong\u003e with a custom landscape interface and multi-touch operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDynamic spectrum visualization and a real-time VU-meter provide an engaging visual experience, while an illuminated ring surrounding the volume control provides a clear visual indication of track format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCayin Control App\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ID6 works with the Cayin Control App for convenient timbre switching, playback configuration, and device management. App functionality will continue to expand through future firmware updates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConnectivity \u0026amp; System Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ID6 is designed to serve as the central hub of a desktop or full-size audio system. In addition to headphone playback, it can operate as a DAC, line-level source, or volume-controlled preamplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced XLR line \/ preamp output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-ended RCA line \/ preamp output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDMI I²S-LVDS digital output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoaxial digital input and output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical digital input and output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB DAC input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDMI ARC multimedia input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 3.0 OTG \/ external storage \/ PC transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual USB HOST ports for storage \/ USB Audio output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWired Ethernet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate Wi-Fi and Bluetooth antenna terminals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Audio Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; min-width: 800px;\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBalanced Solid-State\u003cbr\u003e4.4mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBalanced Tube\u003cbr\u003e4.4mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSingle-Ended Solid-State\u003cbr\u003e6.35mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSingle-Ended Tube\u003cbr\u003e6.35mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.6W + 2.6W @ 32Ω\u003cbr\u003e4.0W + 4.0W @ 16Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.6W + 2.6W @ 32Ω\u003cbr\u003e4.0W + 4.0W @ 16Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.9W + 0.9W @ 32Ω\u003cbr\u003e1.6W + 1.6W @ 16Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.9W + 0.9W @ 32Ω\u003cbr\u003e1.6W + 1.6W @ 16Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10Hz–70kHz, -0.2dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20Hz–70kHz, -0.2dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10Hz–70kHz, -0.2dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20Hz–70kHz, -0.2dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e122dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e117dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e119dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e113dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSNR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e121dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e116dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e118dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e112dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHD+N\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.005%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.20%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.005%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.50%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-98dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-98dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-68dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-68dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePreamp \/ Line Output\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOutput Mode\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBalanced XLR\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSingle-Ended RCA\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRE OUT (Volume Controlled)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.0Vrms @ 47kΩ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0Vrms @ 47kΩ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLINE OUT (Fixed Level)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.0Vrms @ 47kΩ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0Vrms @ 47kΩ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Complete Desktop Audio Center\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cayin ID6 brings together Cayin’s long-established vacuum-tube tuning expertise and a modern high-resolution digital platform. Three selectable timbres let you move from the warmth and intimacy of Classic Tube to the spacious, controlled presentation of Modern Tube or the precision and detail of Solid-State playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith dual ES9082Q DACs, XMOS XU316 USB audio, selectable Class A \/ Class AB headphone amplification, expandable M.2 NVMe storage, Android 14, and extensive digital and analog I\/O, the ID6 can serve as an all-in-one source for both headphone and two-channel systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMSRP: $1,899 USD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: App functions are still being optimized. The Android version of the Cayin Control App is available from Cayin’s official website, while the iOS version is available from the App Store. Product images in the source launch document show prototype units. 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