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product_id: 44892106
title: "Beetle Optical/USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier, Black, Model: BEETLEBLKA"
brand: "audioquest"
price: "$614.73"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 7
url: https://www.desertcart.ec/products/44892106-beetle-optical-usb-dac-and-headphone-amplifier-black-model-beetleblka
store_origin: EC
region: Ecuador
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# Superior Linear Power Supply Asynchronous USB Input High-Performance Optical Input Beetle Optical/USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier, Black, Model: BEETLEBLKA

**Brand:** audioquest
**Price:** $614.73
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Unleash the Beat with Beetle!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Beetle Optical/USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier, Black, Model: BEETLEBLKA by audioquest
- **How much does it cost?** $614.73 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ec](https://www.desertcart.ec/products/44892106-beetle-optical-usb-dac-and-headphone-amplifier-black-model-beetleblka)

## Best For

- audioquest enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted audioquest brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Power That Lasts:** Includes a superior linear power supply for consistent performance.
- • **Transform Your Sound:** Elevate your audio experience with high-performance optical input.
- • **Seamless Connectivity:** Asynchronous USB input for flawless sound from your devices.
- • **Natural Sound Experience:** Minimum-phase digital filter ensures a rich, natural audio output.
- • **Personalized Audio Control:** Free AQ Device Manager app for tailored sound settings and updates.

## Overview

The AudioQuest Beetle is a high-performance optical and USB DAC and headphone amplifier designed to enhance the audio quality of your laptop, tablet, or phone. With features like a minimum-phase digital filter for natural sound and a free app for personalization, it’s the perfect companion for audiophiles seeking superior sound quality on the go.

## Description

AudioQuestBeetle Optical/USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier, Black, Model: BEETLEBLKA

## Features

- High-Performance Optical Input
- Asynchronous USB Input for improving the sound of your Laptop, Tablet, or Phone
- Minimum-Phase Digital Filter for Natural Sound
- Free AQ Device Manager App for personalization and software/firmware updates
- Superior Linear (Analog, Not Digital) Power Supply
- Included components: Beetle, Linear Power Supply, USB Cable

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Interface | USB |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** AudioQuest
- **Interface Type:** USB
- **UPC:** 092592026865 092592026827
- **Manufacturer:** AudioQuest

## Images

![Beetle Optical/USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier, Black, Model: BEETLEBLKA - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61dtYKrGUQL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it come with an external power supply? The Audioquest site mentions a "Superior analog-linear power supply".**
A: Yes, there is a power supply in the box.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works well, sounds great!
*by F***S on August 2, 2019*

I use this in my car with my iPhone 7. It connects immediately, every time and sound is fantastic. I'm very pleased so I bought a second Beetle for my wife's car.

### ⭐ Fantastic for a while - The only bug that I ever liked
*by J***H on April 12, 2020*

Am a big fan of AudioQuest products. Have purchased multiple cables, DACs, and JitterBugs over the years. Per expectations, this little Beetle is flawless (so far, at least). Am using it exclusively to convert a fiber optic digital signal to an analog signal, and could not be happier. The DAC in this thing sounds fantastic, being subtly but noticeably better than my previous solution. It’s about $50 overpriced, though. You’ll love the way it functions and sounds!17 May 2020 Update: A few weeks ago, the volume level of the analog signal that this DAC was outputting fell by two-thirds, or more. As such, was literally maxing out the volume of my amp and could barely hear anything. Contacted the AudioQuest company, went through some troubleshooting, and they verified that it was broken. At least Amazon’s return process was simple and straightforward. Am very disappointed in AudioQuest, though.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A bargain at full price, and then I got a steep discount. Why isn't this more popular?
*by R***B on December 30, 2023*

I have many computer based sound systems around my house and four of them use Audioquest Beetles as USB DACs. They sound very good, much better than the DACs built in to the computers. The sound is typical Audioquest, maybe halfway between a Dragonfly Black and a Dragonfly Red. Clear, detailed, effortless, and non-fatiguing. I had to purchase extra cables to use these with the optical output on my Mac Mini and the USB ports on my little PCs. They work perfectly with Roon, sound great, and are dependable. They run cool and are trouble free. They don't use or need batteries.So why don't they get more attention? Everyone loves the Dragonflys and these are similar, cheaper, and offer extra features! In particular, they have that extra optical input (very handy with Macs!) and Bluetooth capability. I haven't used the Bluetooth much; I don't listen to music directly from my smartphone. Is there a bluetooth issue I don't know about? Also, the black plastic case doesn't reek quality like the blue and red Dragonflys' cases do, but I don't care since they're out of sight really, behind the little computers. They sound great and work perfectly. What's not to like?

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*Product available on Desertcart Ecuador*
*Store origin: EC*
*Last updated: 2026-02-23*