Lewis CaliburnCampfire Audio has announced a new, premium, portable hi-fi solution named the Campfire Audio Relay DAC/AMP, designed to offer an elevated listening experience, anywhere – for less than £250.
“Relay is the culmination of an exhaustive and expansive search for the best sonic qualities, form factor, and functionality possible to meet the demands of modern, portable hi-fi,” says Ken Ball, Founder and Lead Acoustic Designer of Campfire Audio. “Our hope is that it gives users the high-level of performance they expect from bulkier devices, with the flexibility of variable parameters and the convenience of a compact, robust form factor.”
Relay features the AKM 4493 SEQ DAC chip, wrapped in a precision-machined, lightweight, aluminium housing. The AKM 4493 was chosen following an extensive evaluation process, selected for its technical prowess and sound, which the manufacturer says imparts just the right amount of colour and a touch of a classic analogue sound signature.
On top of Relay’s strong sonic foundation is a range of features, helping users further dial-in performance and easily integrate it into their portable hi-fi setup. Relay features USB-Cconnectivity and is compatible with Windows, MacOS, iOS and Android platforms, allowing it to pair with a wide range of devices – from smartphones and tablets to laptops, gaming PCs and beyond.
Paired with both 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced outputs, users can select the best match for their high-end earphones.
Relay’s sonic performance is augmented by customisable parameters, including selectable high/low gain, six filter modes and variable bit rates up to 32 bit / 768 kHz.
With PCM and DSD playback compatibility, a precise, 60-step built-in volume control and built-in media playback controls, users can control their listening experience to their exact specifications.
Rounding off Relay’s talents are its accompanying range of accessories, including a short (6cm) USB-C to USB-C cable, microfibre cleaning cloth and a black cushioned Ripstop bag.
The Campfire Audio Relay DAC/AMP is available now on Amazon and a range of specialist audio retailers, with a suggested retail price of £229/$229.
Relay makes its UK debut at CanJam London this weekend.
