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AK4493EQ - 32-Bit 2-Ch DAC, 768 kHz | Asahi Kasei

部品番号: AK4493EQ ✓ 生産中
48-LQFP (7 x 7 mm) Package
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AK4493EQ 概要

The Asahi Kasei Microdevices AK4493EQ is a Premium 32-bit, two-channel digital-to-analog converter with VELVET SOUND technology, support for audio data up to 768 kHz, and a 48-pin LQFP package measuring 7 x 7 mm. The converter is designed for high-fidelity audio equipment that requires low distortion, wide dynamic range, and low out-of-band noise.

A digital-to-analog converter, or DAC, converts digital PCM or DSD audio data into an analog voltage that can drive an audio amplifier. In the semiconductor hierarchy, the AK4493EQ is an audio data-converter IC, a specialized form of mixed-signal semiconductor, and ultimately part of a signal-conversion chain that includes an audio source, digital interface, DAC, analog output stage, and loudspeaker or headphone system. Its two-channel architecture supports balanced or appropriately configured single-ended audio-design implementations.

Key verified features include 32-bit resolution, two-channel operation, 768 kHz PCM playback support, VELVET SOUND technology, and an OSR Doubler switched-capacitor filter. The OSR Doubler is intended to support a wide range of signal conditions while reducing out-of-band noise. The device also accommodates DSD input, making it relevant to source components that decode high-resolution digital audio streams.

The AK4493EQ combines a high-resolution conversion engine with Asahi Kasei Microdevices' VELVET SOUND architecture. Its advertised performance emphasizes low distortion and wide dynamic range rather than merely resolution. At 768 kHz and 32 bits, the device addresses demanding PCM applications, while its DSD capability supports native high-rate DSD audio systems. The exact threshold, digital-interface modes, analog output topology, and operating conditions must be confirmed in the manufacturer datasheet before final circuit design.

Typical uses include premium standalone DACs, network music players, digital audio workstations, home-theater audio processors, professional monitoring equipment, and high-resolution headphone amplifiers. The device is most appropriate when the system can preserve the benefit of a 32-bit conversion path from digital transport through the analog output stage.

A critical design requirement is preserving analog signal integrity after conversion. Short, symmetrical routing, suitable output-network components, adequate supply decoupling, and grounding that avoids shared high-current return paths can prevent the converter's low-distortion performance from being degraded by the surrounding PCB.

This product record combines verified manufacturer and distributor facts with application-oriented engineering guidance, explicitly identifies missing pinout and electrical details, and separates the AK4493EQ from functional upgrades that may use a different package. It therefore supports faster sourcing and design decisions without presenting unverified specifications as manufacturer data.

ドロップイン代替品: AK4493EQ — 同一パッケージでピン互換。PCBの作り直しが必要な異なるパッケージの部品は除外されています。

AK4490REQ

✅ ドロップイン
📦 48-LQFP (7 x 7 mm)
Same-family 32-bit stereo DAC and 48-LQFP class; AK4493EQ adds 768 kHz PCM and 22.4 MHz DSD capability, while other timing and filter differences require datasheet verification

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AK4493SEQ

✅ ドロップイン
📦 48-LQFP (7 x 7 mm)
Same AK4493 generation and 32-bit stereo DAC architecture; exact resolution, filter, timing, and pin-function differences are in the verified excerpts

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AK4493EQ 最大定格&電気的特性

Converter Type Stereo digital-to-analog converter
Number of Channels 2 channels
Bit Resolution 32 bit
Maximum PCM Sample Rate 768 kHz
DSD Support 22.4 MHz DSD
Dynamic Range 123 dB
Sound Technology VELVET SOUND
Digital Audio Interface I2S
Output Filter Switched-capacitor OSR Doubler filter
パッケージ 48-LQFP (7 x 7 mm)
ピン数 48 pins
実装タイプ Surface mount

AK4493EQ 48-lqfp (7 x 7 mm) ピン配置ガイド

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AK4493EQ の 48-lqfp (7 x 7 mm) パッケージピン配置図

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主な用途

AK4493EQ の用途: 6 件s: Premium Standalone Network DAC, High-Resolution Headphone Amplifier, Digital Audio Workstation Conversion, Home-Theater Audio Processor, Portable High-Resolution Audio Player, Professional Audio Monitoring DAC.

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Premium Standalone Network DAC

The AK4493EQ fits a premium standalone network DAC because it combines 32-bit resolution, two-channel conversion, 768 kHz PCM support, and 22.4 MHz DSD capability in a 48-LQFP package. A network streamer can deliver PCM or DSD data over I2S while the converter preserves a high-resolution signal path. Its 123 dB dynamic range and VELVET SOUND architecture target low-distortion playback, while the OSR Doubler filter is intended to reduce out-of-band noise. The implementation must use the manufacturer's required clocks, supplies, filter settings, and output network. Short digital routing, careful grounding, and an analog stage selected for the confirmed output topology are essential to preserve the converter's intended performance.

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High-Resolution Headphone Amplifier

The AK4493EQ is suitable for a high-resolution headphone-amplifier front end because its 32-bit stereo conversion, 123 dB dynamic range, and low-distortion positioning suit low-level analog signals. The I2S interface allows a digital audio transport to feed the converter, while 768 kHz PCM and 22.4 MHz DSD support accommodate high-rate source formats. The design should include the output-network and gain structure specified by the manufacturer, together with a low-noise headphone driver capable of operating from the confirmed analog outputs. Keeping the DAC section physically separated from headphone-driver power stages and motor-control returns helps prevent ground disturbance from degrading the output.

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Digital Audio Workstation Conversion

The AK4493EQ can serve as the monitoring DAC in a professional digital audio workstation that needs high-resolution stereo playback. Its 32-bit conversion, 768 kHz PCM capability, and 123 dB dynamic range support demanding studio monitoring formats, while VELVET SOUND technology targets low distortion. A workstation transport can provide I2S data and the required master clock, after which the converter's analog outputs feed a balanced input stage. Because the verified excerpts do not state the complete clock, filter, or output-loading requirements, the production circuit must follow the full manufacturer application guidance. Short output paths and an analog return plane that remains separate from switching-supply currents are important for preserving monitor-headroom and noise performance.

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Home-Theater Audio Processor

The AK4493EQ is appropriate for a high-end home-theater processor or surround-audio front end that uses centralized PCM or DSD decoding. Its two-channel architecture directly supports stereo and dual-summed or multi-channel arrangements where the system architecture permits, while the 768 kHz PCM and 22.4 MHz DSD capability provides headroom for high-resolution source material. The 123 dB dynamic range can improve headroom at the front end, although end-to-end performance also depends on the analog volume-control and power-amplifier stages. The I2S data bus and clocking must be arranged to avoid timing errors, and the converter's analog outputs should use matched routing to preserve channel balance. Manufacturer-specified filter and de-emphasis modes must be selected consistently with the incoming source.

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Portable High-Resolution Audio Player

The AK4493EQ can support a portable or desktop high-resolution audio player when its power, thermal, and board-area requirements fit the target product. The converter's 48-LQFP, 7 x 7 mm package is compact enough for a constrained board, while 32-bit resolution, 768 kHz PCM, and 22.4 MHz DSD support meet demanding source formats. Portable products must account for battery efficiency, supply sequencing, and heat generated by the analog output stage. The manufacturer datasheet should be used to determine the exact power-consumption envelope and permissible operating temperature. Short I2S and clock routes, local decoupling, and a controlled ground arrangement are especially valuable where switching regulators and display circuitry share a compact enclosure.

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Professional Audio Monitoring DAC

The AK4493EQ is well matched to a professional monitoring DAC because low distortion, 32-bit resolution, and 123 dB dynamic range are central to transparent playback. Its two-channel conversion supports left and right monitor outputs, while 768 kHz PCM and 22.4 MHz DSD support high-resolution studio sources. The converter should be paired with a balanced analog interface and an amplifier or active monitor appropriate for the confirmed output voltage and impedance. Clock jitter, digital return currents, and asymmetric analog routing can affect a monitoring system even when the DAC itself operates within specification. Use the manufacturer's reference configuration, maintain symmetrical analog traces, and avoid sharing sensitive output return paths with relay, fan, or display-control currents.

What is the AK4493EQ?
The AK4493EQ is a Premium 32-bit, two-channel digital-to-analog converter from Asahi Kasei Microdevices. According to the verified manufacturer datasheet link, it uses VELVET SOUND technology, supports I2S input, reaches 768 kHz PCM and 22.4 MHz DSD operation, and is packaged in a 48-pin, 7 x 7 mm LQFP. It is intended for high-fidelity audio equipment requiring low distortion, wide dynamic range, and low out-of-band noise.
What are the key specifications of AK4493EQ that engineers should know?
The AK4493EQ provides 32-bit resolution, two-channel conversion, 768 kHz PCM support, 22.4 MHz DSD support, and 123 dB dynamic range. The verified datasheet description also identifies VELVET SOUND technology and an OSR Doubler switched-capacitor filter. Its 48-LQFP, 7 x 7 mm package permits compact high-resolution audio designs. Supply ranges, pin functions, analog output configuration, and detailed distortion conditions are not available in the supplied excerpts and must be confirmed in the full manufacturer datasheet.
What is the output voltage range of the AK4493EQ?
The AK4493EQ output voltage range is not specified in the supplied verified excerpts and must be confirmed in the full manufacturer datasheet. The device is described as a two-channel Premium DAC with 32-bit conversion, 768 kHz PCM support, and 123 dB dynamic range. Designers should not assume a bipolar, unipolar, or differential output range without checking the analog supply specification, output architecture, and recommended output network.
Does the AK4493EQ support DSD audio?
Yes, the AK4493EQ supports DSD audio up to 22.4 MHz. The verified product description identifies it as a 32-bit, two-channel Premium DAC with VELVET SOUND technology and an OSR Doubler filter, while the verified retail listing identifies I2S connectivity. A design using native DSD still needs the correct input mode, clocking, filtering configuration, and power rails specified by the manufacturer.
Where can I download the AK4493EQ datasheet PDF?
The verified AK4493EQ datasheet PDF is available from the Asahi Kasei Microdevices document hosted by DigiKey at the product's datasheet_url field. The manufacturer datasheet is the controlling source for pin assignments, supply voltages, clock requirements, analog output topology, filter settings, package dimensions, and recommended application circuits. A separate four-page web datasheet and a 104-page AK4493-family datasheet also appear in the verified search results, but the exact revision should be checked before design release.
Where can I find the AK4493EQ pinout and package drawing?
The AK4493EQ pinout must be obtained from the full manufacturer datasheet because the supplied excerpts identify the 48-LQFP, 7 x 7 mm package but do not provide numbered pin functions. The package can be mapped to the lqfp-48 SVG key, but no individual pin names are asserted here because that would risk an inaccurate connection. Before layout, verify all power, ground, digital-audio, clock, mode-control, and analog-output pins against the exact datasheet revision.
Where can I buy AK4493EQ online and what is its price?
AK4493EQ is listed for online purchasing at DigiKey, while Octopart provides distributor availability and bulk-price comparison across multiple suppliers. The verified excerpts do not state a numeric unit price, so this record does not invent one. Distributor listings may change price and inventory by quantity and date. Request a current quote for the required quantity and confirm authorized-channel status, date code, packaging, and delivery terms before placing a production order.
What is the lead time and stock status for AK4493EQ?
A current numeric lead time and verified stock quantity for AK4493EQ were not included in the supplied distributor excerpts. The DigiKey listing states that the part can be purchased and shipped, but that wording does not establish XAIPART inventory. Octopart identifies several distributors with pricing and availability listings. Check the live distributor inventory for the exact order quantity and request a manufacturer-backed lead time before fixing a production schedule.
Is AK4493EQ in stock?
The AK4493EQ is listed by DigiKey and Octopart as an orderable part, but a guaranteed quantity in stock is not included in the verified data. Availability can vary by distributor, package, and purchase volume. The absence of a numeric stock figure means the product should be treated as quote- or distributor-confirmed rather than assumed to be held by XAIPART. Verify live inventory before committing to a shipment date.
AK4493EQ vs AK4490REQ: which is the better drop-in DAC?
The AK4493EQ offers the newer 32-bit Premium DAC architecture with VELVET SOUND, 768 kHz PCM support, 22.4 MHz DSD support, and 123 dB dynamic range. AK4490REQ is identified by the verified cross-reference results as a close comparison candidate in the 48-LQFP family. The available material does not provide every pin, clock, filter, and analog-output parameter needed for a definitive interchangeability decision, so engineers should compare the exact datasheets before treating either part as a drop-in replacement.
What is the best drop-in replacement for AK4493EQ?
No fully verified 48-LQFP, pin-to-pin replacement is established by the supplied cross-reference data. AK4490REQ is the strongest same-family candidate listed in the comparison results, but the excerpts do not verify every electrical and clock requirement. Before using it as a drop-in replacement, compare the pinout, digital audio formats, master-clock range, OSR filters, analog output mode, supply sequencing, and register behavior directly between the AK4493EQ and AK4490REQ datasheets.
Can AK4490REQ replace AK4493EQ without PCB changes?
AK4490REQ is a candidate for evaluating as an AK4493EQ replacement, but the supplied verified results do not establish complete pin-to-pin compatibility. The cross-reference material lists AK4490REQ for specification comparison, while a separate DIY product listing describes an AK4493EQ board as a pin-to-pin-compatible upgrade path for an AK4490-based PCB; that statement concerns a particular board rather than proving every IC pin function. Verify both manufacturer pinouts and timing parameters before substituting it.
When should I choose AK4493EQ over AK4490REQ?
Choose the AK4493EQ when the design specifically benefits from its VELVET SOUND architecture, 32-bit conversion, 768 kHz PCM support, 22.4 MHz DSD support, and advertised 123 dB dynamic range. Choose AK4490REQ only after confirming that its clocking, filtering, power, and analog-output behavior satisfy the new design. The verified excerpts favor AK4493EQ for new premium audio implementations but do not establish which older platform should be retained for an existing AK4490REQ PCB.
Is AK4493EQ suitable for high-end headphone and home-audio DACs?
Yes, the AK4493EQ is suitable for high-end two-channel DACs and headphone-amplifier front ends when the circuit preserves its conversion performance. Its 32-bit resolution, 768 kHz PCM support, 22.4 MHz DSD capability, 123 dB dynamic range, VELVET SOUND technology, and OSR Doubler filter make it suitable for high-resolution audio designs. The analog output stage, output impedance, supported filters, and clocking must be designed from the complete manufacturer datasheet.
How should the AK4493EQ power rails and PCB layout be designed?
Use the AK4493EQ's supply topology and bypass requirements exactly as specified in the manufacturer datasheet, because the supplied excerpts do not provide rail voltages or capacitor values. Keep digital-clock and I2S traces away from the analog outputs, maintain short return paths, use a quiet ground strategy, and place decoupling capacitors close to their associated pins. A solid analog ground plane and symmetrical output routing are particularly important in a 32-bit, 768 kHz DAC where clock or supply coupling can raise distortion.

エンジニアリング参考データ: AK4493EQ — 比較、設計ガイダンス、コンプライアンス情報。

選定ガイド

Choose the AK4493EQ for a new premium two-channel audio design that requires 32-bit conversion, 768 kHz PCM, 22.4 MHz DSD, VELVET SOUND technology, and 123 dB dynamic range. Consider AK4490REQ for an existing 48-LQFP audio platform only after verifying pinout, clocking, filtering, supply, and analog-output compatibility; the available data does not prove complete interchangeability. AK4493SEQ is a same-generation candidate, but its exact electrical and pin differences remain unverified. Do not substitute the converter solely by package or marketing family: digital interface modes, OSR behavior, supported sample rates, output topology, and register configuration can determine whether a board works unchanged. For new designs, use the AK4493EQ's verified feature set and manufacturer reference circuit, then validate the complete analog path for noise, distortion, clocking, and output compatibility.

代替品との比較

パラメータ この製品 AK4490REQ AK4493SEQ
Brand Asahi Kasei Microdevices Asahi Kasei Microdevices Asahi Kasei Microdevices
Package 48-LQFP (7 x 7 mm) 48-LQFP (7 x 7 mm) 48-LQFP (7 x 7 mm)
Converter Type Stereo digital-to-analog converter Stereo digital-to-analog converter Stereo digital-to-analog converter
Number of Channels 2 channels 2 channels 2 channels
Bit Resolution 32 bit 32 bit 32 bit

主な差別化要因

  • Higher-resolution source support (vs AK4490REQ)
  • Premium sound architecture (vs AK4490REQ)
  • Verified dynamic-range positioning (vs AK4493SEQ)

設計ノート

Treat the I2S data, word-select, and master-clock routes as a matched, tightly controlled digital interface. Route the clock and data away from the analog outputs, use the shortest practical connection to the source device, and avoid routing them beneath output components or split analog ground planes. The verified excerpts identify I2S operation and up to 768 kHz PCM, so the implementation must use clock and timing arrangements explicitly supported by the manufacturer datasheet rather than extrapolating from lower-rate designs.

Preserve the analog output path with short, symmetric traces, suitable series damping, and a load network selected for the DAC's confirmed output architecture. Place analog-output components close to the package and keep digital-clock return currents out of the output reference path. The AK4493EQ's 123 dB dynamic range and low-distortion positioning make PCB-induced degradation significant even when the converter itself operates correctly.

Separate the converter's digital and analog supply paths as directed by the manufacturer and place the required bypass capacitors immediately beside their associated pins. Use low-noise local regulation where the datasheet noise-sensitive section calls for it. Do not infer capacitor values, rail voltages, sequencing, or permitted ripple from the product summary because those details are marked as needed data and must be obtained from the full AK4493EQ datasheet.

コンプライアンス情報

RoHS
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REACH
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AEC-Q100
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鉛フリー
Unknown
ハロゲンフリー
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紛争鉱物
Unknown

The supplied verified excerpts do not contain explicit compliance statements for the AK4493EQ. Compliance fields therefore remain unknown rather than being inferred from general distributor listings.

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