DragonFly Cobalt, the latest and most sophisticated member of the award-winning DragonFly franchise, is a USB DAC (digital-to-analog converter), preamplifier, and headphone amplifier. It bypasses the audio circuitry in laptops, computers, and smartphones to deliver cleaner, clearer, more naturally beautiful music to headphones, powered speakers, or complete audio systems. Key Technical Specifications DAC Chip: ESS ES9038Q2M (High-performance mobile chip). Output Power: 2.1 volts—powerful enough to drive a wide range of headphones, including power-hungry, high-impedance models. Resolution: Supports up to 24-bit / 96kHz PCM audio. MQA Support: Includes a built-in MQA renderer for high-resolution streaming (common on platforms like Tidal). Connectivity: USB-A connector (includes a DragonTail USB-C adapter for modern phones and laptops).
