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Cayin - N3Ultra

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Sale price₹ 49,999 Regular priceMRP: ₹ 54,999
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Warranty & Services

Don't sweat it, this Cayin - N3Ultra comes with a 1 Year warranty from Cayin that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

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Why Cayin is Special

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Designed in China
Established & Reputed

Trust us, our reputation in the audio world speaks for itself!


This headphone or gear comes from a well-respected brand known for its high-quality audio equipment, so you can be confident in your purchase.


If you see a product marked as “🎖️ Established & Reputed”, it means you're getting a top-tier device from a brand that's earned its stripes in the audio industry.
Revered by Audiophiles

Audiophiles can be really picky and tough to impress and if the audiophile community says something sounds good, you can bet it's great!


This headphone or gear has gained recognition and admiration from audiophiles, who are known for their discerning taste in high-fidelity audio. They appreciate its precision, attention to detail and its ability to deliver an immersive sonic experience.


If you see a product marked as "🙌🏻 Revered by Audiophiles", it means that it meets the highest standards of sound quality and performance, making it a top choice for anyone who values exceptional audio experiences.
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Why we love this DAP

Value for Money

Great sound always doesn't have to come with a fancy price tag.


Every once in a while we come across a product that give you a lot more value for the price.


If you see products marked as "🥜 Value For Money" you can be sure you're getting a great bang for your buck.

Ideal for Beginners

Lost in the Audio Maze? Let Us Guide Your Beginner Audiophile Journey!


If you are a newcomer in the audio world, this headphone or gear is a stepping stone for those overwhelmed by the plethora of options available.


If you see a product marked with “🌱 Ideal for Beginners," it indicates that this device is perfect for starting your audiophile journey.
Incredibly Popular

Some things deserve all the attention.


This headphone or gear is a crowd favourite, winning over fans everywhere with its undeniable audio quality.


If you see products marked as “🥇 Incredibly Popular”, you’re opting for a tried-and-true choice that’s loved by many, ensuring you're getting something that’s proven to be awesome and widely acclaimed.
Battery Life

No need to be connected to the power socket with these devices.


This headphone or gear promises long-lasting battery performance, ensuring your device keeps up with your adventures without missing a beat.


If you see products marked as “⏳ Battery Life”, be rest assured that you'll enjoy extended usage time, whether it's for uninterrupted music playback, extended gaming sessions, or all-day productivity, keeping you powered up throughout your day.
Battery Capacity

Power that keeps your music going.


This headphone or gear has ample battery capacity, promising you plenty of juice to power through your day with gusto.


If you see products marked as “🔋 Battery Capacity”, rejoice in the knowledge that your device is equipped with a robust battery, providing you with extended usage time and reducing the frequency of recharges, so you can focus on your favourite tracks.
Storage

Storage is important. Even in this era of streaming music, you’d want to make sure you have enough space to store your amazing collection of music on your player. Imagine a long flight, it’s your offline files you’re going to be listening to.


Keeping your entire collection of Hi-Resolution music in one place is the most convenient way of carrying your music library. However, Hi-Resolution files are heavy. Most songs in a FLAC format can be about 100mb per track. So more space is always better.


Most players support both internal storage and expandable storage via an external memory card. Make sure you check both - the internal memory on players, and consider the maximum supported size of the expandable storage. It’s best to keep your library of offline files in expandable storage and use the internal storage for saving files from streaming apps.




At the time of writing this article, MicroSD cards for 256 GB were easily available and affordable for less than Rs. 2000. Higher capacity cards are also available, but that seems to be the sweet spot.
Built like a Tank

No need to worry about durability.


If you're seeking a headphone or gear with a strong, rugged build, this snapshot indicates that this is the one for you.


If you see a product marked with “🪖 Built like a Tank", it means this product is crafted with metal in its design, ensuring exceptional robustness and durability.

Why it Sounds Amazing

DAC Chip

Know the secret to your pristine audio.


This headphone or gear reveals the secret sauce behind superior audio quality, highlighting the presence of a high-performance DAC chip for pristine sound reproduction.


If you see products marked as “⚙️ DAC Chip”, expect to experience your music with unparalleled clarity, detail, and fidelity, ensuring that every note and nuance is faithfully reproduced for your listening pleasure.
Power Output

When you need that juice to get the best out of your products.


This headphone or gear packs a punch, revealing the product's impressive power output capabilities, ensuring it can handle even the most demanding products with ease.


If you see products marked as “🚀 Power Output”, you're in for a treat with robust performance for driving high-fidelity products without breaking a sweat.
Balanced Output

Upgrading from single-ended to balanced can be the easiest way to improve your sound.


This DAC, Amp or Hi-Res player offers a balanced output, ensuring pristine audio quality with minimised interference and enhanced clarity for your listening pleasure.


If you see a product marked as "⚖️ Balanced Output”, get ready for a symphony of crystal-clear tunes, free from any unwanted noise drama!
The Cayin N3 Ultra is a unique DAP that blends cutting-edge digital technology with the warmth of vacuum tubes. Featuring triple timbre options and balanced design, it's the perfect choice for anyone looking for a portable DAP with a distinct sound.
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About RAGHAV SOMANI

Raghav Somani is the Founder & CEO of Headphone Zone. An avid audiophile and musician since 2008, his choice of headphones include STAX Electrostats, Audeze LCD 3, and for music on the go, the JH Audio Roxanne + Astell&Kern SP1000 is never too far away. On his playlist, you'll find A.R. Rahman, Michael Jackson, and the Eagles.

PRESENTING THE CAYIN N3ULTRA - THE ALL-NEW ON-THE-GO MUSIC COMPANION

Cayin launches a digital audio player, the all-new N3Ultra. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this portable music player is designed with high-performance components to deliver an exceptional on-the-go music listening experience. The Cayin N3Ultra houses vintage JAN6418 vacuum tubes, providing a warm and rich sound signature. Its dual AK4493SEQ DAC chips ensure high-resolution audio playback, supporting formats up to DSD512 and PCM 768kHz/32Bit. It also features a precision volume controller, customizable parametric EQ, and versatile headphone and line-level outputs that cater to individual preferences, offering a personalized audio journey. This portable excellence provides fast-charging capability and long battery life and is compatible with amplifiers, active speakers, and DAC setups. It is a versatile audio device and an indispensable companion for music enthusiasts seeking uncompromising audio quality and control.

NOTE: Cayin N3Ultra Firmware V1.4 - Optimized performance for a more stable connection. Click here to download

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EQUIPPED WITH DUAL AK4493SEQ CHIPSETS FOR EXCEPTIONAL DECODING PERFORMANCE

Cayin has equipped the N3Ultra with exceptional DAC from AKM technologies. The AK4493SEQ chipset had earned its name in the audio-fidelity realm for its capability to deliver detailed, natural sound with clarity and fidelity. The Cayin N3Ultra supports high-resolution audio decoding formats like DSD512 and PCM 768kHz/32Bit, allowing you to listen to music in its purest form. The dual AK4493SEQ chipsets and analog circuits work independently in each channel, ensuring that your Cayin N3Ultra efficiently reduces crosstalk, enhancing audio clarity and stereo separation. The dual AK4493SEQ chipsets in the Cayin N3Ultra operate in Mono mode in fully differential output, providing precise and detailed sound reproduction. This thoughtful design contributes towards a more immersive and lifelike music listening experience with your Cayin N3Ultra.
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POWERFUL AMPLIFICATION CAPABILITIES WITH MILITARY-GRADE NOS VACUUM TUBES

Cayin's expertise in tube amplifier engineering is evident in the N3Ultra, which features vintage JAN6418 vacuum tubes and Raytheon military-grade NOS tubes. The former vintage tube amps aim to provide a classic tube sound with rich overtones. And the military-grade NOS tubes from Raytheon ensure high-quality analog outputs across all channels. Unlike traditional setups, the N3Ultra equips Cayin's 3rd generation vacuum tube technology in a two-stage timbre circuit. These tubes enhance the low gain voltage amplification and driving capability. This setup allows you to choose from three distinct timbre options - Classic Tube for a warm and full-bodied sound, Modern Tube for a lively soundstage with impressive linearity and Solid-State for a balanced and clear audio experience. The Cayin N3Ultra caters to your preferences with these sound customisation characteristics, giving you an authentic music listening experience.

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CUSTOMIZE THE SOUND OF YOUR MUSIC ALONGWITH PRECISE VOLUME CONTROL AND PEQ ADJUSTMENTS

The Cayin N3Ultra digital audio player provides a unique level of customization through its tube amps, offering three distinct sound signatures. With options like classic tube timbre for a warm and rich sound, modern tube timbre for a lively and linear soundstage and solid-state timbre for a balanced and clear audio experience. Along with this, it features precise volume control and accurate sound-delivering components, along with customizable features. It equips the JRC NJW1195A four-channel volume controller, known for its low noise and distortion, ensuring high-quality sound output. The Cayin N3Ultra also features two accusilicon AS318 femtosecond oscillators, reducing jitter and maintaining signal accuracy with ultra-low phase noise (-100dBC) for an authentic listening experience. The volume control chip minimizes digital artefacts and enhances musicality during playback. Also with precise volume control, the Cayin N3Ultra provides 10-band parametric EQ customization, allowing you to fine-tune sound according to your preferences and listening style taste.

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EMBEDDED WITH A MASSIVE 4500MAH BATTERY AND ANDROID-BASED OPERATING SYSTEM

The compact yet powerful Cayin N3Ultra provides a robust battery life with its 3.85V 4500mAH Lithium battery. This efficient power management system provides a playback time of up to 11.8 hours with 3.5mm single-ended IEM in solid-state timbre and 7.6 hours with 4.4mm balanced IEM in vacuum tube timbre. It supports fast charging with QC3.0, allowing you to charge from 20% to 80% in around 1 hour, ensuring minimal downtime. The Cayin N3Ultra runs on an Android-based system with a Qualcomm 425 CPU, delivering a smooth and responsive user interface. Along with all its high-performance features and components, the portable Cayin N3Ultra supports up to 1TB storage expansion via TF card and OTG USB.

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OFFERS EASY CONTROLS AND SMART INDICATOR FOR ELEVATED USER EXPERIENCE

For a user-friendly experience, the Cayin N3Ultra features a 4.1" 720x1280 responsive touch screen, physical knobs and buttons for intuitive operation, all in a compact and lightweight design. It also equips a glowing HOME button functioning as a sampling rate indicator. To ensure seamless navigation, it includes a BACK key for easy access to files and menus. Above all, to showcase visual design appeals complementing the CNC precision build, the Cayin N3Ultra features a laser-drilled side-mounted tube window, adding a warm glow to enhance the immersive musical experience during playback.

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THOUGHTFUL INPUT AND OUTPUT STAGE FOR CONNECTIVITY WITH VARIOUS DEVICES

The portable Cayin N3Ultra provides versatile headphone and line-level outputs, with single-ended 3.5mm and balanced 4.4mm options. These outputs can produce either vacuum tubes or solid-state timbres, providing diverse sound listening experiences. The Cayin N3Ultra also features dual line outputs, with the 4.4mm balanced output configurable as either a headphone out or line out. You can adjust the output levels for maximum compatibility with various audio devices. The line out provides a clean, unamplified fixed voltage signal, ideal for connecting to external headphone amplifiers or integrated amplifiers in home audio systems. The Cayin N3Ultra equips a versatile connectivity interface, including USB audio input and output and S/PDIF coaxial output. This expands the compatibility of the Cayin N3Ultra to pair with amplifiers, active speakers and DAC setups, making it capable of operating with a diverse range of devices.

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DESIGNED WITH SAFETY-ENSURING COMPONENTS FOR SMOOTH OPERATION

The Cayin N3Ultra digital audio player features innovative shock-absorbing mechanisms and suspension design to minimize vibrations and microphonic effects. It utilizes custom-molded shock absorption Silicon housing to shield and hold the JAN6418 vacuum tube, reducing external interference. The device integrates suspension pins into its CNC aluminium frame, providing a vertical suspension effect for the tube, which helps relieve stress and enhances stability. The Cayin N3Ultra equips an inter-stage loop negative feedback (NFB) and FET control for the vacuum tube's power supply, ensuring consistent performance and stability.

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1 Year Warranty

Don't sweat it, this Cayin - N3Ultra comes with a 1 Year warranty from Cayin that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

Read more about Cayin's warranty in India.

Elevating Hi-Fi Experiences Since 1993

Founded in 1993, Zhuhai Spark Electronic Equipment Co., Ltd. has been dedicated to perfecting audio equipment under the brand name Cayin. With a commitment to delivering top-notch Hi-Fi products, Cayin embeds cultural richness into its audio range, catering to diverse budgets to make premium music experiences accessible. From tube amplifiers and CD players to speakers, Cayin maintains a consistent benchmark of quality, ensuring a compelling price-to-performance ratio across its offerings.

In 2013, Cayin expanded its horizons into personal audio, unveiling a line of Digital Audio Players (DAP) and desktop audio products. The brand further diversifies its portfolio with portable audio products, including amplifiers and in-ear monitors, empowering users with a broad spectrum of audio choices.

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"Be it a DAP or a portable DAC, the Cayin N3Ultra offers exceptional sound in three different flavors and is the only one with tubes at this price point."

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DAC Chip

Dual AKM AK4493SEQ

Dual ESS Sabre ES9068AS

Dual AKM AK4191EQ + AK4499EX

Battery

Battery Life: Upto 13.5 Hours
Battery Capacity: 4500mAh

Battery Life: Upto 14 Hours
Battery Capacity: 6000mAh

Battery Life: Upto 11 Hours
Battery Capacity: 6000mAh

Headphone Output

3.5mm (Single-Ended)
4.4mm (Balanced)

3.5mm (Single-Ended)
2.5mm (Balanced)
4.4mm (Balanced)

3.5mm (Single-Ended)
4.4mm (Balanced)

Power Output


Upto 600mW @ 32 Ohms

Upto 660mW @ 32 Ohms

Upto 1100mW @ 32 Ohms

Storage

Upto 1 TB Storage

Upto 2 TB Storage

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Customer Reviews

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Croydon Dsouza (Mumbai)
A unique tube dap

The Cayin N3 ultra is unique for the option of a tube sound. The solid state timbre sound is good. The modern tube timbre gives a slight increase in soundstage. The classic timbre adds a fairly good tube warmth. For those buying a first time dap, this is a good purchase.

Hi there,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the Cayin N3Ultra. We are glad to hear that you appreciate the unique option of a tube sound on our product, and that you find the solid state timbre to be of good quality. We are also pleased that the modern tube timbre has added to the overall soundstage, and that the classic timbre has provided a warm and enjoyable listening experience. We hope that this has been a good purchase for you and we are grateful for your support.

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Somaskandan B (Hyderabad)
Bliss

This DAP slaps hard. Listened to some stuff at night (with my Final E5000 and on 3.5mm) and went on a total trip.

I listened to some Duane Allman, Led Zep, Big Brother and the Holding Company, Blind Faith, Blue Oyster Cult - and totally lost track of time. It makes a 320 kbps MP3 sing! And the Blind Faith "Had to Cry Today" in flac became an exquisite rock experience. So musical you can't believe it.

I always felt like my cayin n3 was good but lacking something - body?Bu this N3 Ultra. Man, it comes alive! The details! It's super spatial. And the voices sound so musical. There's no other way to put it, it's like you're there in person.

Many thanks to Elijah - an utter rock start of a person who helped me with my purchase. He's patient, knows his stuff and very helpful. Once he understood what else I was looking at, he proactively helped me with an A/B test, in addition to answering all my questions. Thanks for being my ears, buddy!

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Saif Rizvi (New Delhi)
Fabulous little warm AKM tube

What a pairing. A tube amp with an AKM DAC chip. warmth expected and delivered with suprising amount of power without an amplifier packed in the box. Very impressive for this little guy and I ran some portable tests against my Fiio Q7 powerhouse with the ESS chip. As expected. Less warmth and lots of cold power. For this reason I have completely stopped buying ESS chips since they are so cold and bright. AKM all day for me and the Cayin delivers all day with its little tubes glowing in hot New Delhi without burning anything down hopefully. The unit itself like the Q7 stays cool and no need for any cooling. A wonderful feat of Chinese engineering. Great ins and outs and I am trying to connect my N3 Ultra to the Q7 via the coax cable. Lets see if it works. Highly recommended unit.

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the Cayin - N3Ultra. We appreciate your genuine feedback!

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MANU PRASANNAN (Thrissur)
Excellent

Excellent performance compared with cost. Excellent dac. I usually use it as dac.Drawback is no network connectivity.

Hey there,
Thank you for your feedback on the Cayin - N3Ultra. We are glad to hear that you are happy with its performance and value. We will definitely take note of your suggestion for network connectivity. Happy listening!

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Sanjay Mookherjee (Kolkata)
Cayin N3 ultra DAP

Spotless stature in every sense. From looks to performance , there is no comparison. Of course functionality is limited to the extent that no wireless support is there nor any on board memory. But if audio quality is what you prefer there cannot be any retreat from this little beast. It makes you proud to behold and to nurture an instrument of this grandeur. Words cannot suffice to express the quality . Sound is so clean , soft , well layered only the experts at CAYIN know how they have brought out this marvel.
Once more Kudos and Thanks to team HPZ for making all this happen. My best wishes - just KEEP IT UP !

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with the Cayin N3 Ultra. Keep enjoying your new device!

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