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FiiO KA13 Portable DAC and Headphone Amplifier (Black)

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FiiO KA13 Portable DAC and Headphone Amplifier (Black)
Key Features
  • Miniature Desktop Headphone Amp and DAC
  • 550mW of Balanced Output Power
  • Dual CS43131 DACs and 8262 Op-Amps
  • Supports 32-Bit / 384 kHz PCM & DSD256
Enjoy powerful Hi-Res certified audio anywhere with the KA13 from FiiO, a highly compact and portable desktop DAC and headphone amp. Dual CS43131 DAC chips support up to 32-bit / 384 kHz PCM and DSD256 audio, while the dual low-noise 8262 op-amps offer balanced audio output of up to 550mW per side via Desktop mode.
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FiiO KA13 Overview

Enjoy powerful Hi-Res certified audio anywhere with the KA13 from FiiO, a highly compact and portable desktop DAC and headphone amp. Dual CS43131 DAC chips support up to 32-bit / 384 kHz PCM and DSD256 audio, while the dual low-noise 8262 op-amps offer balanced audio output of up to 550mW per side via Desktop mode.

Unlike most devices of a similarly lightweight build, the KA13 sports two headphone outputs—a 4.4mm balanced output and a 3.5mm output that also supports digital S/PDIF interfacing. The FiiO Control app can be used to engage audio filters, control the S/PDIF output, and set the stylish RGB ambient light window. And with the elegant lines and exquisite textures of its CNC metal build, the KA13 looks undeniably sleek in your hands as you enjoy pristine audio quality. The KA13 includes a USB-C cable, a USB-C to USB-A plug adapter, and a USB-C to Lightning adapter cable.

Dual-Core Digital/Analog Golden Combo
With two high-performance yet highly efficient CS43131 DAC chips and two low-noise SGM8262 op-amps, this golden combo headphone amp delivers excellent sonic performance. Rediscover your music collection again with never-before heard details with the KA13.
Mini Desktop Amp, Big Performance
The KA13 features a Desktop mode, which is indicated by the engraved lightning bolt logo. In Desktop mode, balanced output power goes up to 550mW, allowing the KA13 to drive both low- and high-impedance headphones with excellent dynamics and detail.
Dual Outputs for Analog and Digital Connectivity
The KA13 not only manages to fit a 3.5mm TRS headphone output, it also manages to pack in a 4.4mm balanced headphone output. FiiO engineers repeatedly adjusted the design of the KA13 to be able fit two headphone outputs onto this compact dongle. The 3.5mm port supports S/PDIF output via the FiiO Control app, allowing you to convert USB audio signals to S/PDIF for connecting to external DACs in other audio setups.
RGB Ambient Light Window
The RGB ambient light window not only looks stylish, but also allows you to quickly view the sampling frequency of your music at a glance. The light window can also be turned on or off via the FiiO Control app.

  • Light blue: less than or equal to 48 kHz PCM
  • Yellow: greater than 48 kHz PCM
  • Green: DSD

FiiO KA13Specs

Key Specs
Number of Headphone Channels
Single Channel
Recommended Headphone Impedance
32 Ohms
Headphone Output Power
Balanced:
550 mW per Side into 32 Ohms (1% THD)
Unbalanced:
170 mW per Side into 32 Ohms (1% THD)
Analog Audio I/O
1x 4.4 mm Balanced Stereo Headphone Output
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Stereo Headphone Output
Digital Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Coaxial S/PDIF In & Out (Shared with Analog Output)
USB I/O
1x USB-C 2.0 (Digital Input, Power/Charging Input, Update)
Wireless
No
Power Requirements
USB Bus Power
Number of Headphone Channels
Single Channel
Recommended Headphone Impedance
32 Ohms
Headphone Output Power
Balanced:
550 mW per Side into 32 Ohms (1% THD)
Unbalanced:
170 mW per Side into 32 Ohms (1% THD)
Digital Chipset
DAC:
2 x Cirrus Logic CS43131
Analog Circuitry
Op-Amp:
2x SGM8262
EQ
Bass Boost
Display
No
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O
1x 4.4 mm Balanced Stereo Headphone Output
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Stereo Headphone Output
Digital Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Coaxial S/PDIF In & Out (Shared with Analog Output)
USB I/O
1x USB-C 2.0 (Digital Input, Power/Charging Input, Update)
Wireless
No
Performance
Impedance
4.4 mm Balanced Headphone Outputs:
< 1.7 Ohms (Unbalanced, 32-Ohm Load)
< 1.8 Ohms (Balanced, 32-Ohm Load)
THD+N
< 0.0005%
SNR
≥ 123 dB (A-Weighted, Unbalanced)
≥ 122 dB (A-Weighted, Balanced)
Noise
< 1.7 µV (A-Weighted)
Digital Audio
Sample Rates
Up to 384 kHz (PCM)
Bit Depths
32-Bit
Compatibility
OS Compatibility
Android/iOS
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS
App Name: FiiO Control
Functionality: Adjust Settings, Firmware Update
Mobile Device Compatibility
No
Required Hardware
USB OTG (On-The-Go) Support
Power
Power Requirements
USB Bus Power
DC Input Power
9 VDC
Physical
Dimensions
2.22 x 0.9 x 0.41" / 5.63 x 2.2 x 1.05 cm
Weight
0.7 oz / 18.5 g (without Accessories)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.23 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.4 x 4.2 x 0.9"

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