KZ AM01: use your 3.5 mm earphones with a USB-C phone
The KZ AM01 is a USB-C to 3.5 mm jack adapter with its own DAC and amplifier. It plugs into the USB-C port of a phone, tablet or laptop and gives you a 3.5 mm headphone output.
Unlike a USB-C cable made for one model, it works with any earphone that has a 3.5 mm plug.
- 384 kHzdecoding, up to 32 bits
- 30 mWof output power at 32 Ω
- 110 dBsignal-to-noise ratio
- 11 cmlong
Sound
Two chips: converter and amplifier
It has a DAC chip that decodes up to 384 kHz and 32-bit and a separate MAX97220 amplifier.
According to KZ’s spec sheet it delivers 30 mW into 32 Ω with a signal-to-noise ratio of 110 dB. No setup needed: plug it in and it works on USB-C devices with OTG support.
Technical specifications
| Model | KZ AM01 |
|---|---|
| Input | USB-C (with OTG support) |
| Output | 3.5 mm jack |
| Decoding | Up to 384 kHz / 32-bit |
| Amplifier | MAX97220 |
| Output power | 30 mW into 32 Ω |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 110 dB |
| Length | 11 cm |
What's in the box
- 1 KZ AM01 adapter
Frequently asked questions
Does it work with any earphone?
Yes, with any earphone that has a 3.5 mm jack plug and an impedance of 16 Ω or higher.
Does it need a battery or an app?
No. It is powered by the device itself and needs no setup.
What warranty does it come with?
3-year warranty against manufacturing defects, handled from Spain.
















