Audioengine B1 Premium Bluetooth Music Receiver

High Fidelity Bluetooth Receiver with Upsampling DAC

Audioengine's B1 Premium Bluetooth Music Receiver is a high-fidelity audio component that easily integrates into your music system and plays music directly from your library or streams from any app. The B1 streams high-quality audio from your Bluetooth-enabled smartphone, computer, or tablet to any music system or powered speakers.

The audio quality of most Bluetooth products isn't usually very inspiring, and their limited range can be frustrating. The B1 solves these problems by implementing the aptX codec, which is a high-quality audio converter designed specifically for audio. The B1 also has special circuitry and a precision-tuned antenna to extend the wireless range, providing much more versatility than other Bluetooth receivers.

You already have Bluetooth on your tablet, computer, or iDevice, so get more out of it and experience superior audio with the Audioengine B1 Bluetooth Receiver including aptX, 24-bit upsampling DAC, and extended range. The B1 is backwards-compatible with all previous Bluetooth implementations so you can wirelessly stream music from any device and still enjoy outstanding sound.

Easy Setup

The B1 is a simple way to get great-sounding wireless music from your device out to any music system. Setup and pairing is really easy and no special software is needed.

Here’s how to connect B1 to your music system and pair with your tablet, computer, or smartphone. Connect the included audio cables from the B1 rear panel to your music system. Connect the included power adapter to B1 and plug into an AC outlet. B1 will automatically go into pair mode. On your device, turn on Bluetooth and select “Audioengine B1” to pair and connect. Play your music. Setup is really this easy!

See and Hear the Difference

The aluminum case of the B1 reflects traditional Audioengine design and the high-quality components and audio fidelity are typical of Audioengine's commitment to great sound at affordable prices. It closes the gap between your computer music and home hi-fi, and even if you're not an audio enthusiast, you'll notice that your music sounds better.

High-fidelity DAC

The B1 Bluetooth Receiver utilizes the AKM AK4396A DAC, widely known for its low noise and high fidelity. The B1 is essentially an upsampling 24-bit Bluetooth DAC and will pad all bit depths internally to 24-bits, thus achieving a higher signal-to-noise ratio.

Due to the AK4396A's high signal-to-noise specs, the fact that digital signal is converted (upsampled) to 24-bits and the added benefit of triple redundancy power source conversion and filtering, the B1 presents impressive low noise and low distortion characteristics with a noticeable improvement over other Bluetooth devices.

Extended Range

Most Bluetooth implementations have very limited range, usually within just one room. But with careful signal management circuitry and antenna tuning, Audioengine offers a superior solution that will reach more than one room with no degradation in audio quality.

Optical Output

The B1 also functions as a wireless audio bridge from your device to your favorite DAC or preamp. Use the internal DAC with RCA analog outputs or connect the optical output into another DAC.

Overview

• Streams audio from any media player (iTunes, Amarra, Youtube, etc.)
• Connects to any music system with an audio input
• Superior sound and extended range
• Easy setup, connects in seconds
• Plug-n-play, no software to install
• Supports all Bluetooth-enabled devices
• High-fidelity Bluetooth with aptX transmission and extended range
• Streams high-resolution 24-bit digital audio from the Audioengine B1 to any music system.
• Includes built-in AKM4396 DAC for superior 24-bit upsampled playback
• Inputs: Bluetooth
• Outputs: Stereo analog RCA, digital optical (SPDIF)
• Aluminum case with audiophile-grade connectors

• (1) B1 Receiver
• (1) RCA audio cable (3ft/1m)
• (1) Power adapter with detachable cable
• (1) Microfiber bag
• (1) Setup guide

• Any Bluetooth-enabled computer or other device
• Powered speakers
• Any music system with an audio input

• Bluetooth receiver type: Bluetooth 5.0 audio with aptX codec
• Supported Bluetooth profiles: aptX, A2DP, and AVRCP
• Required power: 5V, 200mA
• Operation range: up to 100ft (30m) typical
• Full-scale output: 2.0V RMS
• Output impedance: 57 Ohms
• D/A converter: AKM AK4396
• Power filtering: 3-stage redundant regulation
• SNR (DC to 20 kHz): >100dB
• THD+N (1 kHz FS 96 kS/s): <0.02%
• Frequency response: 10Hz - 20kHz (+/-0.5dB)
• Crosstalk: >-86dB
• Input bit depth: 24-bit (upsampled)
• Input data rate: Determined by Bluetooth
• Latency: ~30 milliseconds (ms)
• Product dimensions: 3.5 x 4.0 x 1”
• Shipping weight: 1.0lbs