AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt
DragonFly Cobalt is a portable, plug-and-play USB DAC (digital-to-analog converter), preamp, and headphone amp that delivers far cleaner, clearer, more naturally beautiful sound to headphones, powered speakers, or complete audio systems.

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DragonFly Cobalt is a portable, plug-and-play USB DAC (digital-to-analog converter), preamp, and headphone amp that delivers far cleaner, clearer, more naturally beautiful sound to headphones, powered speakers, or complete audio systems. With an attractive enclosure whose overall size and shape match that of a USB thumb drive, DragonFly easily connects to laptops, tablets, and smartphones, either directly or with an appropriate USB cable, such as AudioQuest’s high-performance USB-C DragonTail (included). Plays all file formats/soundtracks: MP3, MQA, high-res, etc. 2.1-volt output easily drives most headphones. Compatible with Mac and Window computers, Android and iOS devices.
- New, more advanced ESS ES9038Q2M DAC chip with a minimum-phase slow roll-off filter for more natural sound.
- Microchip’s superb PIC32MX274 microprocessor draws less current and increases processing speed by 33%.
- Improved power-supply filtering that specifically increases immunity to WiFi, Bluetooth, and cellular noise.
- Includes a form-fitting DragonTail female USB-A to male USB-C Adaptor. All DragonTails use AudioQuest’s Carbon-level USB cable.
- Designed to work with iOS devices such as iPod, iPhone, and iPad, supporting features like Airplay.
Native Resolution | Up to 24-bit / 96kHz |
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Output | 2.1 volts |
Headphone Amp | ESS Sabre 9601 |
Microcontroller | Microchip PIC32MX274 |
DAC Chip | ESS ES9038Q2M |
Volume Control | 64-Bit Bit-Perfect Digital Volume Control |
Desktop / PC Compatibility | Yes |
Mobile Compatibility | Yes |
MQA Rendering | Yes |
Upgradeable Firmware | Yes |
Monoclock Technology | Yes |
Dimensions (H x W x D) in mm | 12 x 19 x 57 |