Astell&Kern’s brand identity is built upon a triangular form that embodies the brand’s core values —
ULTIMATE, SUPERIORITY, CRAFTMANSHIP — coming together to create the iconic “A” logo.
Astell&Kern’s slogan, “Difference in Sound Quality,” represents
an experience beyond superior sound.
We strive to deliver the artist’s true intention — the emotion and sound,
captured in its purest form.
Our sound is not just something to listen to, but something to feel — the breath,
the space, and the emotion within every note.
This depth of feeling is the true “Difference” that defines Astell&Kern.
IRIVER announced its entry into the high-end audio market with the launch of the Astell&Kern brand and the release of its first product, the AK100.
Launched the AK120, AK240, and AK380, introducing true high-resolution audio design. Expanded into home audio with the AK5000 Network Player and AKT1 Speaker.
Launched the A&ultima, A&futura, A&norma, and KANN series, and collaborated with global brands such as Empire Ears, Vision Ears, and Campfire Audio.
Announced next-generation lineups such as the PD Series and SP4000. Expanding beyond traditional portable audio into a broader Hi-Fi audio brand experience.
Astell&Kern’s audio technology goes beyond a simple combination of hardware — it is the culmination of
precise engineering that infuses digital audio with analog emotion.
Since 2012, Astell&Kern has honed its expertise in audio design — mastering effective noise reduction, distinctive amplifier architecture, and proprietary signal-conversion software — to deliver the most refined expression of analog warmth through digital sound.
Astell&Kern’s craftsmanship is defined by precision and dedication rather than mass production,
driven by artisans who infuse emotion into every sound.
Through micron-level machining and countless meticulous processes,
we pursue perfection where design, technology, and emotion exist in harmony.
Astell&Kern’s design embodies the art of light and the beauty of shaping invisible sound.
To visualize sound, we use light and shadow to create a distinctive design that offers
different impressions from every angle — emphasizing its presence not just as an audio device,
but as a sensory work of art that evokes emotion.
By uniting design and technology in the pursuit of perfect sound,
Astell&Kern creates harmony between function and beauty.
