{"product_id":"musehifi-m3-ultra-jan6418-vacuum-tube-portable-usb-c-dac-amp","title":"MUSEHiFi M3 Ultra JAN6418 Vacuum Tube Portable USB-C DAC \u0026 AMP TypeC Decoding Headphone Amplifier","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eMUSEHiFi M3 Ultra Portable USB-C Vacuum Tube DAC and AMP\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eBring the Warmth of Analog Wherever You Go\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe MUSEHiFi M3 Ultra is one of the most compact and affordable portable tube DAC and AMPs on the market. By pairing dual military grade Raytheon JAN6418 vacuum tubes with a high performance ESS Sabre ES9028Q2M DAC chip, the M3 Ultra delivers a rich, warm, and distinctly holographic listening experience directly from your phone, tablet, or laptop. Featuring the patented World Gate open hollow frame and triple anti vibration technology, you get authentic analog tube sound without the fragile microphonics, hiss, or hum typically associated with vintage gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eAuthentic Dual JAN6418 Vacuum Tubes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThis device features military grade, directly heated subminiature pentodes from Raytheon USA to add weight, organic texture, and a smooth, vinyl like presentation to your digital music. It brings the soul of analog audio into a portable form factor that fits in your pocket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eMassive 480mW Output Power\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe M3 Ultra delivers up to 480mW of clean driving power via its balanced 4.4mm connection and 460mW on the 3.5mm port. This exceptional power output allows it to easily drive demanding in ear monitors and portable over ear headphones with authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003ePremium Sabre ES9028Q2M Decoding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eA high performance ESS Sabre DAC chip decodes your high resolution audio files with ease. The system supports up to PCM 32 bit 384kHz and Native DSD256, ensuring you hear every detail in your recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eTriple Anti Vibration Shielding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eMUSEHiFi employs a physical silicone damping structure, active noise cancellation algorithms, and circuit level vibration absorption to completely eliminate microphonic ringing on the go. You can walk, commute, and move around without hearing any metallic ringing in your music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eLow Power and Cool Operation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eThis portable amplifier runs remarkably cool, maintaining a stable operating temperature of just 33 degrees Celsius. It runs significantly cooler than traditional tube setups while conserving your phone battery for longer listening sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDAC Chipset\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,1,1,0\"\u003eESS Sabre ES9028Q2M\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVacuum Tubes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,2,1,0\"\u003eDual Raytheon JAN6418 USA Military Grade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAmplifier Chipset\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,3,1,0\"\u003eES9603Q\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDecoding Support\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,4,1,0\"\u003ePCM 32 Bit 384kHz and Native DSD256\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOutput Power 3.5mm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,5,1,0\"\u003e460mW at 32 Ohms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOutput Power 4.4mm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,6,1,0\"\u003e480mW at 32 Ohms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOutput Impedance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,7,1,0\"\u003e13.5 Ohms on 3.5mm and 8.6 Ohms on 4.4mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignal to Noise Ratio\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,8,1,0\"\u003e120dB on 3.5mm and 121dB on 4.4mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTHD plus N\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,9,1,0\"\u003e0.0004% on 3.5mm and 0.0003% on 4.4mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions and Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,10,1,0\"\u003e65mm by 16mm by 46.5mm weighing 55 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eYour package includes the MUSEHiFi M3 Ultra Portable Tube DAC and AMP, a premium USB C to USB C interconnect cable, a user manual, and a warranty card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQ: Do the exposed vacuum tubes make the M3 Ultra fragile for daily use?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e No. Despite the visually striking World Gate cutout, the M3 Ultra is built using a tough aluminum chassis with internal structural reinforcement and physical silicone bumpers. It has undergone rigorous multi angle drop tests from desk heights to ensure it easily handles daily transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQ: Will I hear microphonic ringing when moving or tapping the device?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e No. MUSEHiFi solved this common tube issue by implementing Triple Anti Vibration Technology. This system combines physical silicone shock mounts, structural vibration dampening, and a specialized digital algorithm to actively cancel out microphonics for a quiet background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQ: Why does the M3 Ultra have a relatively high output impedance?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a deliberate design choice. The output impedance acts as a natural tone shaping filter, especially for multi driver earphones. It gently smooths out overly analytical treble, fills out mid bass presence, and injects that iconic, rich tube warmth into your music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"28\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQ: Will it drain my phone battery quickly?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"29\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e While the JAN6418 vacuum tubes do draw slightly more power than standard solid state dongles, they are highly efficient military tubes designed for low power consumption. 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