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product_id: 64863074
title: "Dragonfly Black v1.5 Plug-in USB DAC with Pre-Amplifier and Headphone Amplifier for PC, MAC, Apple and Android Mobile Devices"
brand: "audioquest"
price: "€ 252.99"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.de/products/64863074-dragonfly-black-v1-5-plug-in-usb-dac-with-pre
store_origin: DE
region: Germany
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# 77% lower power consumption Plug & play USB compatibility 32-bit ESS Sabre 9010 DAC Dragonfly Black v1.5 Plug-in USB DAC with Pre-Amplifier and Headphone Amplifier for PC, MAC, Apple and Android Mobile Devices

**Brand:** audioquest
**Price:** € 252.99
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your sound game—don’t just listen, experience every note!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Dragonfly Black v1.5 Plug-in USB DAC with Pre-Amplifier and Headphone Amplifier for PC, MAC, Apple and Android Mobile Devices by audioquest
- **How much does it cost?** € 252.99 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.de](https://www.desertcart.de/products/64863074-dragonfly-black-v1-5-plug-in-usb-dac-with-pre)

## Best For

- audioquest enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted audioquest brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Power-smart design:** Consumes 77% less power, extending your device’s battery life while delivering premium audio.
- • **Effortless plug & play:** Seamlessly compatible with PC, Mac, Apple, and Android devices—no drivers needed.
- • **Visual frequency feedback:** Dynamic LED colors indicate sample rates, so you always know your music’s quality.
- • **Audiophile-grade sound in your pocket:** Transform any device into a high-fidelity music powerhouse with the ESS Sabre DAC.
- • **Precision timing for flawless playback:** Asynchronous USB transfer and twin clocks eliminate jitter for crystal-clear sound.

## Overview

The AudioQuest DragonFly Black v1.5 is a compact USB DAC, pre-amplifier, and headphone amplifier that upgrades your PC, Mac, Apple, or Android device’s audio output. Featuring a 32-bit ESS Sabre 9010 DAC, asynchronous USB transfer, and ultra-low power consumption, it delivers detailed, dynamic, and natural sound. Its plug-and-play design supports a wide range of sample rates up to 96kHz and provides visual LED indicators for audio quality, making it the ultimate portable high-fidelity solution for discerning listeners on the go.

## Description

Dragonfly Black v1.5 Plug-in USB DAC with Pre-Amplifier and Headphone Amplifier for PC, MAC, Apple and Android Mobile Devices

## Features

- The AudioQuest DragonFly Black is a sleek, flash-drive sized USB DAC+Preamp+Headphone Amp that delivers far superior sound by bypassing the poor quality sound card that is built into your Apple iOS and Android smartphone/tablet or Windows and Mac laptop/desktop computer; turning your device into a true high-fidelity music source. Its 3.5mm port is designed specifically to connect to an external audio system such as headphones, powered desktop speakers, or your HiFi audio system.
- Although tiny, the Dragonfly is every bit as impressive as many full-size DACs. Asynchronous transfer and twin clocks ensure perfectly timed and controlled digital information enters the DAC, for a highly accurate and precise sound quality. Compared to a computer/smartphone/tablet's headphone output you'll notice a more dynamic sound with more detail and openness. In essence, the sound will simply be more lifelike.
- AudioQuest and DragonFly designer Gordon Rankin worked alongside Microchip Technology to develop a new high-performance, full-speed USB microcontroller solution that delivers improved signal-to-noise ratio and significantly lower power consumption. Drawing 77% less current than the previous microcontroller, the new Microchip PIC32MX microcontroller enables true compatibility with Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad and Android smartphones/tablets.
- At the heart of DragonFly Black is a 32-bit ESS Sabre 9010 DAC that uses a sophisticated minimum-phase digital filter to provide more naturally detailed and dynamic music. This high-performance DAC is typically found in today's higher-end CD and Blu-ray players. DragonFly Black will accept almost any audio you want to play on your computer and make it sound dramatically better, whether your listening pleasure is iTunes or streaming music services such as Pandora, Spotify, desertcart, or Tidal.
- Despite its tiny size, the Dragonfly will play a wide variety of music files. Twin clocks ensure perfect playback of 44.1 kHz (CD quality), 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz and 96 kHz. As a final neat touch, the dragonfly logo glows various colours to indicate the file frequency: green for CD (44.1 kHz), blue for 48 kHz, amber for 88.2 kHz and magenta for 96 kHz. Make the most of your music on the move, with the AudioQuest DragonFly Black - don't leave home without it!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | AudioQuest |
| Maximum Supply Voltage | 2.1 Volts |
| Minimum Supply Voltage | 5 Volts |
| Mounting Type | Plug-in |
| Number of Pins | 4 |
| Interface Type | USB |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Material | Plastic |
| UPC | 009259204818 092592076365 092592076396 092592048188 |
| Manufacturer | AUDIOQUEST |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00092592048188, 00092592076365 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Model number | Dragonfly Black |
| Colour | Black |
| Number of Memory Sticks | 1 |
| Special Feature | 3.5mm stereo minijack provides: headphone output (minimum recommended headphone impedance 12 ohms and higher), variable line-level output for driving powered speakers or power amp fixed, line-level output for connecting to a preamp or receiver, 32-bit ESS Sabre™ 9010 digital-to-analog conversion chip with minimum phase filter for detailed, dynamic, and natural sounding music, 64-position analog volume control (digitally controlled using your computer or mobile device), Drives headphones directly, Plays all music files: MP3 to high-res, USB Stick-Sized Digital-to-Analog Converter, asynchronous USB data transfer using Streamlength™ protocol for reduced timing jitter and better sound, compatible with Windows® and Mac® computers, compatible with iPhone® and iPad® (requires an Apple Lightning-to-USB Camera Adapter or Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit for use with Apple devices (sold separately)), compatible with some Android™ devices (requires a 5-pin USB micro to 4-pin USB A female adapter to connect an Android device), high-efficiency microcontroller for extremely low power draw, incoming sample rate LED indicator for 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, and 96kHz sampling rates, powered by USB connection — no need for external power supply, supported sample rates: PCM up to 96kHz native resolution (sample rates above 96kHz will play but are down-converted by your computer or mobile device's playback software) |
| Speaker Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 2.0 |
| Item Weight | 99 g |
| Product Dimensions | 6 x 2 x 3 cm; 99.22 g |
| Item model number | Dragonfly Black |
| Item Height | 3 Centimeters |
| Item Width | 2 Centimeters |
| Maximum Display Resolution | 32 bit |
| Number of USB Ports | 1 |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Speaker Output Jack | Wired |
| Resolution | 32 bit |
| Operating System | Windows Phone |
| Compatible Device | PC, MAC, iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android Smartphone |
| Included Components | Dac and Packaging |
| Are batteries included? | No |
| Hardware Interface Type | USB |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** AudioQuest
- **Maximum Supply Voltage:** 2.1 Volts
- **Minimum Supply Voltage:** 5 Volts
- **Mounting Type:** Plug-in
- **Number of Pins:** 4

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style Name** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: i know these DACs are mainly for high end headphones , but anyone know if it will make a better (or slightly better) audio on $10 -$30 earphones?**
A: The answer is that it might make a big difference, but you won't know until you try.  I have a $3000 headphone amp coupled to a $15000 DAC.  I normally use them with headphones in a price range from $1000 to $4000, for which both components, independently make a huge difference.  Now for the surprise:  I have a pair a cheap, no-name headphones -- the only name on them is "digital."  That speaks volumes.  On those cheap headphones, the headphone amp makes a totally unexpected, MONUMENTAL difference.  My point is that you never say "never."  That said, I recommend that if you're considering investing $300 in this device, you should consider investing in better headphones.  Look at the less expensive models from Grado, for example.

**Q: What's the difference between red and black?**
A: In performance, both models incorporate the 32-bit ESS Sabre DAC chip, the 9010 in Black and the higher-performance 9016 in Red. While the Black uses the same headphone amp and analog volume control found in previous version, the new Red includes the latest ESS headphone amp and a bit-perfect digital volume control that resides on the 9016 DAC chip itself. In power the Black puts out 1.2 volts: enough power to drive all preamplifier input circuits and a wide range of efficient headphones. The red with its higher 2.1-volt output will be compatible with a wider range of headphones, including power-hungry, low-efficiency model.

**Q: Can you still use inline headphone controls when using the dac with an iPhone?**
A: No you cannot nor can you use the mic in the headphones for making or recieving calls ...luckily you do get notification ...and you can just pull the lightning connector to answer the call ..using iphone in normal manner ..i  had this exact Q  after recieving my unit ..

**Q: I have powered speakers that I plug into my laptop 3mm headphone jack. Can I use this product to get more volume & better audio quality**
A: That's what I use the Dragonfly (Black) for. I expected a subtle improvement, but found it to be night and day! The cheapo DAC and output stage circuitry that's built into the laptop was really limiting the sound quality.

## Frequently Bought Together

- AudioQuest DragonFly Black v1.5 Plug-in USB DAC + Preamp + Headphone Amp
- AudioQuest DragonTail Carbon USB A to C Adapter

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*Store origin: DE*
*Last updated: 2026-01-23*