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USB-C CABLE DONGLE · CIRRUS LOGIC CS43198 × 2

JCALLY Galaxy SONATA

A USB-C cable dongle with two Cirrus Logic CS43198 DAC chips, a 3.5 mm and a 4.4 mm balanced output and a built-in mic. Weight 17.5 g.

Manufacturer page

JCALLY Galaxy SONATA, official product photo
Photo: JCALLY
POWER AT 32 Ω≈560mW4.4 mm balanced, per channel not stated
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE0.65Ω3.5 mm; 4.4 mm 1.2 Ω
SNR≈123dB≈123 dB (32Ω, A-weighted; original: A计权
PRICE$79.99Lowest price at Bloom Audio
OUTPUTS3.5 mm · 4.4 mm balanced
DAC CHIPCirrus Logic CS43198 × 2
PARAMETRIC EQNot statedJCALLY lists none
CONTOURNot supported

Numbers are the manufacturer's stated figures unless marked as measured; sources linked below.

Outputs and power

4.4 mm balanced
525mWat 16 Ω
Spec image: ≈525 mW at 16 Ω, THD+N <1%, per channel or both channels not stated
560mWat 32 Ω
Spec image: ≈560 mW at 32 Ω, THD+N <1%, per channel or both channels not stated
80mWat 300 Ω
Spec image: ≈80 mW at 300 Ω, THD+N <1%, per channel or both channels not stated
Output impedance 1.2 Ω
3.5 mm
280mWat 16 Ω
Spec image: ≈280 mW at 16 Ω, THD+N <1%, per channel or both channels not stated
180mWat 32 Ω
Spec image: ≈180 mW at 32 Ω, THD+N <1%, per channel or both channels not stated
20mWat 300 Ω
Spec image: ≈20 mW at 300 Ω, THD+N <1%, per channel or both channels not stated
Output impedance 0.65 Ω
SNR≈123 dB
Dynamic range≈120 dB (3.5 SE), ≈120 dB (4.4 BAL), 32Ω
THD+N≈0.0003% (3.5 mm), ≈0.00045%
Crosstalk≈-79 dB (3.5 mm), ≈-136 dB (4.4 mm balanced)

Not stated: supply voltage.

The 4.4 mm balanced table gives ≈525mW at 16Ω but ≈560mW at 32Ω (higher power into the higher load), while the 3.5 mm table falls from ≈280mW at 16Ω to ≈180mW at 32Ω. Both are stated as is; the catalog shows the manufacturer's figures.

Is it enough for your headphones?

JCALLY rates the Galaxy SONATA at ≈560 mW into 32 Ω from the 4.4 mm balanced output. Below is how much of that is left to spare for each kind of headphones when you listen loud, with peaks at 110 dB. A figure marked est. is worked out from that rating.

Sensitive IEMsMulti-driver sets that hiss on strong sources
needs 0.6 mW≈525 mW at 16 Ω+29 dB
Most IEMsTypical in-ears, 16 to 50 Ω
needs 3.2 mW≈560 mW at 32 Ω+22 dB
Easy-to-drive headphonesClosed and portable, 32 Ω
needs 16 mW≈560 mW at 32 Ω+15 dB
Hard-to-drive headphones300 Ω, HD 600 class, hungry for voltage
needs 20 mW≈80 mW at 300 Ω+6 dB
Most planarsPlanar magnetic, low impedance, need current
needs 50 mW≈560 mW at 32 Ω+10 dB
Demanding planarsThe hardest loads, desktop territory
needs 251 mWest. 324 mW at 60 Ω+1 dB

Where to buy

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Bloom Audio · retail price, checked 7 Nov 2026$79.99

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The device

From JCALLY's spec images unless marked
InputUSB-C
FormatsPCM up to 32-bit / 384 kHz, DSD256 (Native)
DAC chipCirrus Logic CS43198 × 2
Volume100 steps
Works withTypeC phones, tablets, computers, Switch/PS5 and other UAC1.0 or 2.0 devices
MicOne-key mic mute: quick mute for calls/live streaming
BuildFive-axis CNC curved-carved aluminium alloy; carbon-fibre texture surface; 2.5D tempered glass
Parametric EQNo data from the manufacturer. Not supported in Contour.
Size46.6 × 24.8 × 12.9 mm
Weight17.5 g

How it stacks up against the competition

Power at 32 Ω · price in US dollars
200 mW500 mW1 W$50$70$100scale breaks hereMost IEMs need 3.2 mW+22 dB to spareFiiO KA13: 550 mW at 32 Ω, $65.99KA13FiiO KA5: 265 mW at 32 Ω, $119.99FiiO KA15: 560 mW at 32 Ω, $99.99KA15iBasso DC04PRO: 280 mW at 32 Ω, $119Questyle M12i: 21 mW at 32 Ω, $49MOONDROP DAWN 4.4: 230 mW at 32 Ω, $69.99FiiO KA1: 45 mW at 32 Ω, $59.99FiiO KA3: 235 mW at 32 Ω, $95.94iBasso DC03PRO: 98 mW at 32 Ω, $69iBasso DC05: 93 mW at 32 Ω, $69iBasso DC06: 320 mW at 32 Ω, $119DC06iBasso DC06PRO: 320 mW at 32 Ω, $119iBasso DC04 Ultra: 980 mW at 32 Ω, $119DC04 UltraHidizs S9: 125 mW at 32 Ω, $49.99Hidizs S9 PRO: 200 mW at 32 Ω, $65.99Hidizs S9 Pro Plus Martha: 180 mW at 32 Ω, $65.99Hidizs S8 Pro Robin: 160 mW at 32 Ω, $59.99MOONDROP DAWN PRO 2: 62 mW at 32 Ω, $59.99TempoTec Sonata BHD Pro: 280 mW at 32 Ω, $59.90Shanling UA2: 195 mW at 32 Ω, $85Shanling UA3: 210 mW at 32 Ω, $109Shanling UA4: 227 mW at 32 Ω, $99HiBy FC4: 340 mW at 32 Ω, $49iFi GO link: 70 mW at 32 Ω, $59iFi GO link Max: 241 mW at 32 Ω, $79CrinEar Protocol Max: 300 mW at 32 Ω, $76.49 (lowest offer on /deals today)JCALLY AP20: 330 mW at 32 Ω, ~$91.88AP20JCALLY JM30PRO: 31.3 mW at 32 Ω, ~$46.49JCALLY SP30: 31.3 mW at 32 Ω, ~$54.61NiceHCK Octave: 550 mW at 32 Ω, $89OctaveNiceHCK PureAural: 210 mW at 32 Ω, $59.99Muse HiFi M3 Ultra: 480 mW at 32 Ω, $109.99M3 UltraJCALLY Galaxy SONATA200 mW500 mW1 W100 mW$50$70$100scale breaks hereMost IEMs need 3.2 mW+22 dB to spareFiiO KA13: 550 mW at 32 Ω, $65.99KA13FiiO KA5: 265 mW at 32 Ω, $119.99FiiO KA15: 560 mW at 32 Ω, $99.99KA15iBasso DC04PRO: 280 mW at 32 Ω, $119Questyle M12i: 21 mW at 32 Ω, $49MOONDROP DAWN 4.4: 230 mW at 32 Ω, $69.99FiiO KA1: 45 mW at 32 Ω, $59.99FiiO KA3: 235 mW at 32 Ω, $95.94iBasso DC03PRO: 98 mW at 32 Ω, $69iBasso DC05: 93 mW at 32 Ω, $69iBasso DC06: 320 mW at 32 Ω, $119DC06iBasso DC06PRO: 320 mW at 32 Ω, $119DC06PROiBasso DC04 Ultra: 980 mW at 32 Ω, $119DC04 UltraHidizs S9: 125 mW at 32 Ω, $49.99Hidizs S9 PRO: 200 mW at 32 Ω, $65.99Hidizs S9 Pro Plus Martha: 180 mW at 32 Ω, $65.99Hidizs S8 Pro Robin: 160 mW at 32 Ω, $59.99MOONDROP DAWN PRO 2: 62 mW at 32 Ω, $59.99TempoTec Sonata BHD Pro: 280 mW at 32 Ω, $59.90Shanling UA2: 195 mW at 32 Ω, $85Shanling UA3: 210 mW at 32 Ω, $109Shanling UA4: 227 mW at 32 Ω, $99HiBy FC4: 340 mW at 32 Ω, $49FC4iFi GO link: 70 mW at 32 Ω, $59iFi GO link Max: 241 mW at 32 Ω, $79CrinEar Protocol Max: 300 mW at 32 Ω, $76.49 (lowest offer on /deals today)Protocol MaxJCALLY AP20: 330 mW at 32 Ω, ~$91.88AP20JCALLY JM30PRO: 31.3 mW at 32 Ω, ~$46.49JCALLY SP30: 31.3 mW at 32 Ω, ~$54.61NiceHCK Octave: 550 mW at 32 Ω, $89OctaveNiceHCK PureAural: 210 mW at 32 Ω, $59.99Muse HiFi M3 Ultra: 480 mW at 32 Ω, $109.99M3 UltraJCALLY Galaxy SONATA
  • Nearby
  • Same DAC chip
  • Most IEMs, 3.2 mW

Devices with the same DAC chip

CS43198 · 16 devices use it
JCALLYJM98MAX≈195 mW0.65 ΩYes8 bandsSGM8262$34.99≈195 mW · 0.65 Ω · $34.99PEQ Yes, 8 bands · Amp SGM8262
MOONDROPWorks with ContourDAWN PRO 262 mWEstimated0.219 ΩMeasuredWorks with Contour8 bands$59.99est. 62 mW · 0.219 Ω · $59.99PEQ Yes, 8 bands
NiceHCKPureAural210 mWYes10 bandsSGM8262$59.99210 mW · $59.99PEQ Yes, 10 bands · Amp SGM8262
TRUTHEARSHIO$69.99$69.99
CrinEarWorks with ContourProtocol Max300 mWEstimated<0.3 ΩWorks with Contour10 bandsDual SG Micro SGM8262-2$76.49est. 300 mW · <0.3 Ω · $76.49PEQ Yes, 10 bands · Amp Dual SG Micro SGM8262-2
FiiOWorks with ContourKA15≥560 mW0.65 ΩMeasuredWorks with Contour10 bands$99.99≥560 mW · 0.65 Ω · $99.99PEQ Yes, 10 bands
iBassoDC04 Ultra980 mWYes10 bands$119980 mW · $119PEQ Yes, 10 bands
FiiOKA5≥265 mW<0.3 ΩNo8261 × 2$119.99≥265 mW · <0.3 Ω · $119.99PEQ No · Amp 8261 × 2
MOONDROPMOONRIVER 2:TI280 mW$219.99280 mW · $219.99
MOONDROPMOONRIVER3250 mWEstimatedYes$219.99est. 250 mW · $219.99PEQ Yes
FiiOJM21≥700 mW<1 ΩSGM8262 x2$259.99≥700 mW · <1 Ω · $259.99Amp SGM8262 x2
iBassoNunchaku525 mW$299525 mW · $299

All 16 in the finder

Compared with

Manufacturers' stated figures; the price is today's lowest

JCALLY Galaxy SONATA vs iFi GO link Max

iFi GO link Max is among the dongles in the catalog closest to JCALLY Galaxy SONATA in price: at 32 Ω JCALLY Galaxy SONATA is listed at ≈560 mW and iFi GO link Max at 241 mW; the lowest prices are $79.99 and $79, $0.99 apart.

JCALLY Galaxy SONATA vs iFi GO link Max: the manufacturers' stated figures and today's lowest price, side by side
JCALLY Galaxy SONATAiFi GO link Max
Power at 32 Ω≈560 mW4.4 mm balanced241 mW4.4 mm balanced, RMS
Power at 16 Ω≈525 mW4.4 mm balancedNot stated
Power at 300 Ω≈80 mW4.4 mm balancedNot stated
Price today$79.99Bloom Audio, 7 Nov$79Apos Audio, 16 Oct
DAC chipCirrus Logic CS43198 × 2ESS ES9219 × 2
InputsUSB-CUSB-C
Outputs3.5 mm · 4.4 mm balanced3.5 mm · 4.4 mm balanced
Size46.6 × 24.8 × 12.9 mm150 × 15 × 10 mm
Weight17.5 g14.5 g

JCALLY Galaxy SONATA vs JCALLY AP10

JCALLY AP10 is among the dongles in the catalog closest to JCALLY Galaxy SONATA in price: the lowest prices are $79.99 and ~$82.61.

JCALLY Galaxy SONATA vs JCALLY AP10: the manufacturers' stated figures and today's lowest price, side by side
JCALLY Galaxy SONATAJCALLY AP10
Power at 32 Ω≈560 mW4.4 mm balancedNot stated
Power at 16 Ω≈525 mW4.4 mm balancedNot stated
Power at 300 Ω≈80 mW4.4 mm balancedNot stated
Price today$79.99Bloom Audio, 7 Nov~$82.61AliExpress, 7 Nov
DAC chipCirrus Logic CS43198 × 2Cirrus Logic CS43131 × 2
InputsUSB-CUSB-C
Outputs3.5 mm · 4.4 mm balanced3.5 mm · 4.4 mm balanced
Size46.6 × 24.8 × 12.9 mm56.7 × 24.4 × 11.7 mm
Weight17.5 gAbout 26.5 g

JCALLY Galaxy SONATA vs CrinEar Protocol Max

CrinEar Protocol Max is among the dongles in the catalog closest to JCALLY Galaxy SONATA in price: at 32 Ω JCALLY Galaxy SONATA is listed at ≈560 mW and CrinEar Protocol Max at est. 300 mW; the lowest prices are $79.99 and $76.49, $3.50 apart.

JCALLY Galaxy SONATA vs CrinEar Protocol Max: the manufacturers' stated figures and today's lowest price, side by side
JCALLY Galaxy SONATACrinEar Protocol Max
Power at 32 Ω≈560 mW4.4 mm balancedest. 300 mW4.4 mm balanced, Boost Mode, maximum
Power at 16 Ω≈525 mW4.4 mm balanced600 mW4.4 mm balanced, Boost Mode, maximum
Power at 300 Ω≈80 mW4.4 mm balancedNot stated
Price today$79.99Bloom Audio, 7 Nov$76.49Hangout Audio, 10 Nov
DAC chipCirrus Logic CS43198 × 2Cirrus Logic CS43198 × 2
InputsUSB-CUSB-C
Outputs3.5 mm · 4.4 mm balanced3.5 mm · 4.4 mm balanced
Size46.6 × 24.8 × 12.9 mmNot stated
Weight17.5 gNot stated

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Sources

Checked 6 Nov 2026
JCALLY Galaxy SONATA product page
jcally.com · the product page
Used for the DAC chip