Cayin BTC-2 Bluetooth DAC Headphone Amplifier

Description

About the Cayin BTC-2 Bluetooth DAC Headphone Amplifier

We like the Cayin BTC-2 Bluetooth DAC Headphone Amplifier because it solves a common problem for headphone listeners, how to get serious sound quality from both wired and wireless sources without adding complexity.

With its ESS Sabre DAC, balanced headphone outputs and high-quality internal components, the BTC-2 delivers the kind of clarity and detail you normally expect from much larger desktop DAC systems.

With support for modern high-resolution Bluetooth codecs such as LDAC and aptX HD, the BTC-2 allows users to stream music wirelessly while maintaining impressive detail, clarity and dynamic range.

What makes it particularly appealing is its flexibility. The BTC-2 can work as a Bluetooth receiver, DAC, headphone amplifier or desktop audio hub, allowing you to connect everything from smartphones and streamers to TVs and computers.

Pair it with a quality set of headphones and it becomes an excellent compact system for high-resolution listening at home or on the desk.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Cayin BTC-2 used for?
   The Cayin BTC-2 is a Bluetooth DAC and headphone amplifier designed to improve audio quality when listening with headphones or desktop systems.
2. Does the Cayin BTC-2 support high-resolution Bluetooth audio?
   It supports LDAC and aptX HD, enabling high-resolution wireless music streaming.
3. Can the BTC-2 drive high-end headphones?
   With up to 280 mW balanced output, it can drive many audiophile headphones comfortably.
4. Can the BTC-2 connect to speakers?
   It includes RCA line output, allowing connection to powered speakers or external amplifiers.
5. Does the Cayin BTC-2 require a power supply?
   The unit is powered via USB-C 5V, allowing it to run from standard adapters or even power banks.

 

Features

ESS Sabre ES9018K2M DAC

The Cayin BTC-2 uses the highly regarded ESS Sabre ES9018K2M DAC, known for delivering precise digital-to-analogue conversion with excellent clarity and low distortion.

High-Resolution Bluetooth Connectivity

Featuring the Qualcomm QCC5125 Bluetooth 5.1 chipset, the BTC-2 supports premium wireless codecs including LDAC, aptX HD, aptX LL, AAC and SBC for high-quality wireless audio streaming.

Balanced and Single-Ended Headphone Outputs

The amplifier provides both balanced and single-ended headphone outputs, delivering up to 280 mW per channel in balanced mode for driving a wide range of headphones.

Dual-Chip Balanced Circuit Design

A balanced circuit architecture with separated signal paths helps reduce noise and distortion while maintaining excellent channel separation and clarity.

Multiple Input Options

The BTC-2 supports Bluetooth, S/PDIF digital input and analogue line input, making it easy to integrate with TVs, computers, music streamers or smartphones.

OLED Display and Remote Control

A 1.7-inch OLED display provides clear system information while the included remote control allows convenient adjustment of settings from a distance.

 

Suggested System Pairing / Ideal Setup

The Cayin BTC-2 Bluetooth DAC Headphone Amplifier pairs well with a range of high-quality headphones and compact audio systems.

Headphones

• Focal Clear MG
• Audeze LCD-2 Classic
• Meze 109 Pro

Desktop Systems

• Active speakers or compact stereo systems via line output
• Desktop streaming systems using Bluetooth or S/PDIF

Source Components

• Volumio Primo Plus Streaming DAC
• High-resolution digital audio players

Ideal For

• Desktop Hi-Fi systems
• Headphone listening setups
• Wireless high-resolution streaming systems

 

Specifications

Brand: Cayin
Model: BTC-2
Product Type: Bluetooth DAC / Headphone Amplifier

DAC: ESS Sabre ES9018K2M
Bluetooth Chip: Qualcomm QCC5125
Bluetooth Version: 5.1

Supported Codecs:
LDAC, aptX HD, aptX LL, aptX, AAC, SBC

Output Power:

• Single-Ended: 190 mW × 2
• Balanced: 280 mW × 2

Inputs:

• Bluetooth
• S/PDIF (Coaxial)
• Line In

Outputs:

• Balanced headphone output
• Single-ended headphone output
• RCA line output
• Digital coaxial output

Display: 1.7″ OLED

Power Input: USB-C (5V/1A)

Dimensions: approx. 168 × 167 × 40 mm
Weight: approx. 0.75 kg

 

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