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Kiwi Ears AD1

USB-C to 3.5 mm TRRS DAC
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$9.99
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32-bit / 384 kHz
Integrated DAC accepts high-resolution PCM streams
3.5 mm TRRS
A four-pole headset jack
Microphone ADC support
Adapter digitizes microphone input up
Plug-and-play mobile format
The compact dongle
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Compact USB-C DAC + ADC

Restore the 3.5 mm headset connection without giving up high-resolution playback.

AD1 converts a compatible USB-C port into a 3.5 mm CTIA headset connection. Its integrated DAC supports PCM playback up to 32-bit / 384 kHz, while the ADC supports microphone input and Android inline controls

32-bit / 384 kHz PCM playback

3.5 mm TRRS CTIA connection

Microphone ADC support

Plug-and-play mobile format

Kiwi Ears AD1
Kiwi Ears AD1
Kiwi Ears AD1

Best use

Use AD1 with a compatible USB-C device that lacks a built-in 3.5 mm port.

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Technical Specifications

What's in the box

Inside the Box

Product

Kiwi Ears AD1 x 1

Extras

User Manual x 1

Specifications

Input

USB-C

Output

3.5 mm TRRS, CTIA standard

Digital audio support

PCM up to 32-bit / 384 kHz

Microphone ADC

Up to 24-bit / 48 kHz

Dynamic range / DNR

100 dB

THD+N at 1 kHz

-85 dB

THD+N

<0.004% at 32 Ohm, A-weighted

Crosstalk

-60 dB

Background noise

<3 microvolt

Frequency response

+/-0.2 dB, 20 Hz-20 kHz

Inline controls / microphone

Android inline controls and CTIA microphone

Compatibility

USB-C phones, tablets, computers, and gaming devices

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Before you buy

Product FAQ.

A compact USB-C to 3.5 mm CTIA adapter that adds high-resolution playback, inline-control support, and microphone input to compatible devices.
USB-C phones, tablets, computers, and gaming devices that support USB Audio; verify each host
3.5 mm TRRS, CTIA standard
PCM up to 32-bit / 384 kHz
Compare the published output power with the headphone's sensitivity and impedance. Avoid a universal drive claim; difficult loads may need a more powerful amplifier.
Android inline controls and CTIA microphone support on compatible host devices
The official packaging list currently includes: 1 Kiwi Ears AD1 USB-C dongle, User manual.
The product is positioned as plug-and-play on compatible systems, but OS version, USB Audio support, permissions, and app behavior can affect operation.