'More drivers than a Formula 1 grid': A&K makes Christmas come early for audiophiles with its new premium audio player packing built-in quad vacuum tubes, plus new 'Tribrid' 9-driver IEMs to pair with it
Astell & Kern has introduced two new high-end audio products: the SP4000T audio player and the Clarus in-ear monitors. The SP4000T features four built-in vacuum tubes for enhanced sound quality, while the Clarus boasts a unique 'Tribrid' design with nine drivers. Details on pricing and availability are yet to be announced.
- ▪The SP4000T is a premium audio player with four vacuum tubes for improved sound.
- ▪The Clarus in-ear monitors feature nine drivers arranged in a 'Tribrid' architecture.
- ▪Astell & Kern has not yet disclosed pricing or availability for these new products.
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Audio 'More drivers than a Formula 1 grid': A&K makes Christmas come early for audiophiles with its new premium audio player packing built-in quad vacuum tubes, plus new 'Tribrid' 9-driver IEMs to pair with it News By Tom Bedford published 29 May 2026 Meet the SP4000T and Clarus When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Astell & Kern) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Astell & Kern unveils a new portable Hi-Res Audio player and earbudsSP4000T audio player has four vacuum tubes for Clarus in-ear monitors offer nine drivers in 'Tribrid' designAstell &…
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