CEntrance -> HiFi-Skyn

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HiFi-Skyn is an iPhone accessory with a simple mission:

1) Awesomify your music with legendary CEntrance audio quality

2) Cradle your iPhone in a stylish, protective case

3) Extend the phone's battery via built-in power

HiFi-Skyn converts your phone into an awesome personal music player. It feaures super-clean audio output, lowest distortion, and an extra long-life battery. This innovative product not only extends the life of your phone, but also dramatically improves sound quality by using award-winning digital audio technology from CEntrance.

Made from tough polycarbonate plastic, the Skyn protects the phone while giving it extra charge and a significanty upgraded listening experience. Exclusive CEntrance technology guarantees bit-perfect audio reproduction up to 192kHz and DSD.

Using a lightning jack connection, HiFi-Skyn takes high-definition digital audio straight from the iPhone, bypassing the phone's internal audio circuitry. It then uses a built-in, audiophile-grade D/A converer (DAC) coupled with a precisely-nuanced balanced headphone amplifier, to deliver unmatched sonic fidelity straight to your headphones.

With its unique combination of sound quality, portability, and function, HiFi-Skyn sets you apart to experience Audiophile sound anywhere you are. Reclaim your freedom from the confines of a home HiFi system -- experience your music anywhere you take your phone.

HiFi-Skyn comes in several models designed to mate with iPhone 5, 5S, 6, 6S, 6 Plus, and 6S Plus. It also mates with iPod Touch 5th and 6th generation. HiFi-Skyn comes in three colors: Cupertino White, Pewter Gray, Cool Black. It not only sounds good, it looks awesome!

Prepare to be impressed. HiFi-Skyn will breathe new life into your music collection!

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Digital specs
	Resolution	32-bit (Also supports 24-bit)
	Sample Rate	44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.2 kHz, 192, 352.4, 384 kHz
	DSD Support	DSD64 and DSD128
	Clocking	Two independent 1ps clocks
	Jitter	Unmeasurable
	Max playback	Plays what the iPhone plays
	Compatibility	iPhone 5, 5S, 6, 6S,6 Plus, 6S Plus, iPod Touch 5th and 6th Generations



Analog Specs
	Freq. Response	20 Hz...90 kHz
	S/N Ratio	110 dB
	THD+N	0.002 %
	Crosstalk, 1kHz	-111 dB
	Output Impedance	1 Ohm
	Output power, 32ohm	410 mW
	Supported Headphones	16...600 Ohm
	Max Output, 1kHz	+11.5 dBV



General Specs
	Audio Output	Gold-plated 3.5mm headphone jack
	Headphone Amp	Class-A, bipolar power supply
	AC Adapter	Uses any standard 5V adapter. 2.1A output highly recommended for faster charging
	DC Powering	+5V (2.1A) from external adapter, such as iPad charger
	Internal supplies	Battery-isolated, filtered ±8V, super-clean analog power supply rails
	Unit Dimensions:	170 mm (L) x 65mm (W) x 20 mm (H) (iPhone 5/5S model)
	Shipping weight:	550 g
	Chassis Material	Impact-resistant polycarbonate with non-slip soft-touch finish
	Battery specs	Rechargeable Li-Polymer, 8 hours play time

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Enjoy these product photos




Video from the original Indiegogo campaign

Reviews and user comments

			"The sound quality is wonderful. One gets lost in the music rather than the gear. HiFi-Skyn is a must for any idevice-carrying music lover looking for a simple solution to acquire all the benefits of gorgeous playback on the go. Comparing the sound to the more `high end` read: pricy DAPs, the combination of great sound and the ease of Apple's UI makes this a no brainer."
			- Headpie

			"The BEST portable rig I have ever heard."
			- Michael Mercer, Audio 360

			"A lovely, clear sounding, uncoloured, serious bit of audio kit. It sounds wonderful and is exactly what I wanted it to sound like. It seems very powerful and I got the promised 10 hours battery life. It is a product I am going to enjoy a lot…"
			- Karl Burge, Early Customer

			"This thing sounds great! I mean how much power and quality of sound put into such a small device is an engineering feat! CEntrance is the first company to attempt to do this, and at a reasonable price. GOOD JOB Centrance!"
			- Early Customer

			"Well I’ve been using the Skyn for a few weeks now and must say I am very impressed with the unit. As a portable DAC and HP amp it is surpurb. The sound is incredibly detailed and you pick up the most subtle details in the music with a wide soundstage. Well done, CEntrance :)"
			- Early Customer

			"Spent a few weeks listening to the device. It’s astonishing! I compared with HiFi-M8, and it seems to out perform it! … I couldn’t be happier with the performance. The HiFi-Skyn sounds incredible and I can safely say that this is one of the most incredible devices out there."
			- Early Customer

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CEntrance™, HiFi-Skyn™, HiFi-M8™, Mini-M8™, DACport™, DACmini™, JitterGuard™, Cradle Your Sound™, Portable Nirvana™, and others are trademarks or registered trademarks of CEntrance Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. Apple, iPhone, iPad, iPod, iOS and others are trademarks of Apple. Other trademarks are property of their respective owners.