{"product_id":"crinear-protocol-max","title":"CrinEar Protocol Max","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCrinEar Protocol Max — Pocket Power, Unleashed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the \u003cstrong\u003eCrinEar Protocol Max\u003c\/strong\u003e, a portable DAC and headphone amplifier that brings \u003cstrong\u003edesktop-class performance to your pocket\u003c\/strong\u003e. With up to \u003cstrong\u003e600 mW of clean power\u003c\/strong\u003e, dual Cirrus Logic CS43198 DACs, and full \u003cstrong\u003e10-band parametric EQ\u003c\/strong\u003e built directly into the device, the Protocol Max redefines what a dongle DAC can do — all for just \u003cstrong\u003e$89.99 USD\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerformance That Defies Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for enthusiasts who demand both muscle and precision, the Protocol Max can drive anything from ultra-sensitive IEMs to full-size planar magnetics without breaking a sweat. Its \u003cstrong\u003edual SG Micro SGM8262-2 op-amps\u003c\/strong\u003e deliver up to 600 mW from the balanced output, while the dual DAC architecture ensures a transparent, noise-free signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Sound, Your Way\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForget companion apps — the Protocol Max uses a \u003cstrong\u003ebrowser-based PEQ tool\u003c\/strong\u003e at graph.hangout.audio to store custom 10-band EQ profiles directly onto the device. Once saved, your EQ remains persistent across all devices — phones, tablets, laptops, and more. Fine-tune your signature, push to device, and go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmart Power Modes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch between \u003cstrong\u003eEco Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e for efficient portable listening or \u003cstrong\u003eBoost Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e for maximum output. The Protocol Max automatically adapts its amplification and current draw, giving you the ideal balance of power and battery life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVersatile Connections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith both \u003cstrong\u003e4.4 mm balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e3.5 mm single-ended\u003c\/strong\u003e outputs and an output impedance under 0.6 Ω, the Protocol Max pairs cleanly with virtually any headphone or IEM. Whether you’re using a flagship planar or a daily-carry IEM, you’ll get ruler-flat response and precise channel control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt to Travel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachined from aluminum and finished with a quad-weave cable, the Protocol Max feels as solid as it sounds. Its thumb-drive form factor slips easily into your pocket — compact enough for everyday carry, powerful enough to replace your desktop amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: system-ui,-apple-system,Segoe UI,Roboto,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; color: #111;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f7f7f7; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; width: 42%;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eDAC Chips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eDual Cirrus Logic CS43198\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eAmplifier Chips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eDual SG Micro SGM8262-2 op-amps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eMaximum Output (BAL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px;\"\u003e600 mW @ 16 Ω (Boost Mode)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eMaximum Output (SE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e500 mW @ 8 Ω (Boost Mode)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio @ 1 kHz 0 dBFS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e132 dB (BAL) \/ 127 dB (SE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eTHD + N @ 1 kHz 0 dBFS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; 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