{"product_id":"tanchjim-space-pro-dual-cs43198-portable-usb-dac-amp-96222","title":"TANCHJIM SPACE PRO Dual CS43198 Portable USB DAC\/AMP - Limited Edition","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1200px; margin: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; font-size: 16px; color: #111;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 30px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eTANCHJIM SPACE PRO Dual CS43198 Portable USB DAC\/AMP – Limited Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eIn stock and ready to ship from Melbourne, with fast dispatch and full Australian warranty support. Authorized Tanchjim distributer for Australia. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-top: 30px;\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TANCHJIM SPACE PRO Limited Edition is a rare find in the portable DAC\/AMP space — combining dual Cirrus Logic CS43198 DAC chips with a refined, musical tuning that avoids the harshness or artificial character often found in this category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt delivers a sound that feels complete: clean and highly resolving, yet smooth and natural enough to enjoy for hours. Where many portable DACs force a trade-off between detail and musicality, the SPACE PRO manages to balance both — making it one of the most well-rounded performers in its class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-top: 30px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual Cirrus Logic CS43198 DAC architecture for superior resolution and separation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced and single-ended outputs for flexible system matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow noise floor — ideal for sensitive IEMs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, ultra-portable design for everyday use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh dynamic range with excellent channel separation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited Edition refinement for improved tuning and overall performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-top: 30px;\"\u003eSound Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClarity \u0026amp; Detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe dual CS43198 implementation brings a noticeable lift in resolution and micro-detail. Fine textures, background elements, and subtle nuances are presented clearly, giving music a more realistic and engaging presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTonal Balance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnlike many portable DACs that lean overly bright or artificially warm, the SPACE PRO strikes a natural balance. It retains a smooth, slightly organic character while maintaining excellent accuracy — making it easy to pair with a wide range of IEMs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoundstage \u0026amp; Imaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe presentation is open and well layered, with clear instrument placement and strong separation. It avoids congestion even in complex tracks, helping you hear deeper into the recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMusicality \u0026amp; Listening Enjoyment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat sets the SPACE PRO apart is how it combines technical performance with genuine listenability. It remains smooth and fatigue-free, allowing long listening sessions without losing engagement — a balance many competitors struggle to achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-top: 30px;\"\u003eHow It Compares ($100–$250 Range)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs Astell \u0026amp; Kern HC2 \/ HC3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAstell \u0026amp; Kern offers a smooth, slightly warm presentation with premium branding. The SPACE PRO matches that ease of listening while delivering noticeably better clarity, separation, and dynamic expression — offering a more complete and technically capable performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs iFi GO bar \/ GO link\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eiFi products are known for their warmer, analogue-style tuning. While engaging, they can soften detail and reduce precision. The SPACE PRO retains a natural, musical character but adds cleaner detail, tighter control, and more accurate imaging — making it both enjoyable and more resolving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs Campfire Audio portable DACs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCampfire Audio focuses on musicality and synergy, often with a slightly coloured presentation. The SPACE PRO delivers a similarly enjoyable sound but with greater neutrality, improved layering, and stronger overall technical performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs FiiO KA5 \/ KA3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe KA5 is feature-rich with a warmer tilt, while the KA3 is more basic in execution. The SPACE PRO stands out with better refinement, improved separation, and a more balanced presentation that feels both cleaner and more cohesive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs Shanling UA3 \/ UA5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShanling’s tuning leans smooth and relaxed, making it comfortable for long listening. The SPACE PRO maintains that smoothness while offering greater clarity, better control, and a more engaging, spacious presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, the SPACE PRO delivers a rare combination in this category — matching the musicality of warmer-sounding competitors while surpassing them in clarity, separation, and overall refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-top: 30px;\"\u003eWho It’s For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for listeners upgrading from entry-level dongle DACs who want a noticeable improvement in clarity and refinement — without sacrificing musical enjoyment. Ideal for pairing with quality IEMs where both detail and smoothness matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-top: 30px;\"\u003eAudiophile Shop Recommendation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair the SPACE PRO with resolving IEMs such as hybrid or balanced armature designs to fully appreciate its clarity and separation. It performs equally well in balanced setups and scales nicely with higher-quality sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the SPACE PRO if you want a portable DAC\/AMP that delivers clean, high-resolution sound — while remaining smooth, natural, and genuinely enjoyable to listen to.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-top: 30px;\"\u003eWhy Buy from Audiophile Shop?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthorised Australian retailer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocal stock — no overseas delays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast \u0026amp; free shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Australian warranty support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecialist advice and after-sales service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg 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