Unique Manufacturing Technology Taken to a New Level

Astell&Kern products are often compared with art sculptures in that they feature colorful facets and angles
that cannot be found in other products.
This is accomplished through the use of extremely precise metal manufacturing technology
that has been perfected by Astell&Kern over many years.

The first generation KANN used an extrusion method to form the aluminum body
where the KANN ALPHA uses precise metal manufacturing to create a luxurious and detailed design.

A precision mold is then separately manufactured for the high-gloss ceramic top cover.
Astell&Kern then uses more than seven different processes including low-speed machining to form the ceramic top cover and prevent cracking.

Unlike other manufacturers, a ring is not simply inserted into the ceramic top where each audio terminal is located, instead
a gold PVD coating is applied to minimize noise. A special coating is also applied to the ceramic surface to prevent fingerprints and smudging.

Astell&Kern's proprietary aluminum body design suppresses noise to improve sound quality,
while providing the best signal transmission to the audio circuits.
With our laser ground extension technology, you can achieve the best sound possible.

The vibration-free processing machines used by Astell&Kern are the same ones used by expensive Swiss luxury watch manufacturers.
This is reflected in the crafting of the volume wheel which is processed precisely like the crown of a luxury watch for the best operating feel.
Independent machining processing is applied to individual areas to create each small pattern.