For sale is the EM-DAC 4499, a high-end DAC manufactured by EMaudio (Emiske), an audio workshop in Hokkaido, Japan. This DAC features the flagship AK4499EQ DAC chip from Asahi Kasei Microdevices, configured in a left/right independent monaural design. It boasts a natural sound with a wealth of information, combining power and transparency. Enjoy smooth and extended playback with high resolution that is easy on the ears. The USB input section is equipped with the Amanero Combo384 module, also used in many high-end devices. This module provides stable signal processing with low jitter and a high-precision clock, delivering clean and rich sound quality for both PCM and DSD. It works well with PC audio and Roon environments, enabling stable, high-quality playback. The power supply uses a linear power supply configuration with independent toroidal transformers for the left and right channels, separating the power supplies for the digital and analog circuits. This suppresses noise interference and supports a soundstage with a sense of quietness. The careful implementation and neat wiring, characteristic of handmade products, are also appealing. ⸻ 【Main Specifications】 ・DAC Chip: AK4499EQ ×2 (Monaural configuration) ・Digital Input: USB / OPT1 / OPT2 / COAX ・USB Support: PCM 44.1〜384kHz, DSD64〜DSD512 ・OPT/COAX Support: PCM 44.1〜192kHz ・Analog Output: RCA (Unbalanced) / XLR (Balanced) ・External Clock Input: 10MHz input (hole only / terminal not installed), WORD input 75Ω ・Power Supply: AC100V (50/60Hz) ⸻ 【Condition】 ・Operation confirmed (sound output, input switching, and output all normal) ・LCD display in good condition ・Clean exterior (scratches on the bottom surface / see photo 10 - not visible during normal use) ⸻ 【Accessories】 ・Power cable ・BNC clock cable ・Copy of the instruction manual ⸻ 【Shipping】 ・No original box, but will be securely packed. ・Scheduled to be shipped via Yamato Takkyubin size 120. ⸻ 【Other】 ・Please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to used items. ・Returns and claims are not accepted. This is a great deal for a DAC with an Amanero module and an AK4499 monaural configuration. There are very few models with this configuration at this price point. Please consider this opportunity.