FiiO KA13 DAC and Headphone Amp, Black Overview
The FiiO KA13 DAC and Headphone Amplifier, equipped with two high-quality CS43131 DAC chips and dual SGM8262 op-amps, is ideal for enhancing your headphones' sound in a compact, portable form and can handle high-resolution audio up to 32bit/384kHz PCM and DSD256. Connect the FiiO KA13 to your laptop or PC using the USB port to activate Desktop Mode. This mode bypasses your computer's own audio processing and allows for balanced output power of up to 550mW?perfect for both low and high-impedance headphones.
The FiiO KA13 features 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced outputs, allowing you to connect to a wide range of headphones and IEMs, while the S/PDIF digital output support ensures easy pairing to various digital devices with no loss of quality. Made from sleek CNC metal, the compact FiiO KA13 not only looks good but is tough enough to handle life on the move. Slip it into your pocket for an immersive listening experience wherever you go.
Product Ref: 294753
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Why Choose the FiiO KA13?
The FiiO KA13 is an outstanding choice for audiophiles seeking superior sound quality and versatility. The FiiO KA13 features dual CS43131 DAC chips for high-resolution audio, and its compact CNC metal design ensures durability and portability. With Desktop Mode, the FiiO KA13 provides up to 550mW of balanced output power, ideal for various headphones. Additionally, its 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced outputs offer versatile connectivity, making it perfect for both home and on-the-go use.
What's in the Box?
- FiiO KA13 DAC and Headphone Amp
- Type-C to Type-C cable
- Type-C to Lightning cable
- Type-C to USB-A cable
- Manual
Specifications
General
| Name/Model | KA13 |
|---|---|
| Hardware solution | DAC: 2 x CS43131 |
| Colour | Midnight black/Dawn silver |
| Dimensions (H x D x W) | 56.5 x 22 x 10.5mm |
| Weight | About 19g |
| Adaptive impedance | PO: 16-150ΩBAL: 16-300Ω |
| Sampling rate indication | RGB ambient light |
| Max supported sampling rate | 384K/32bitDSD64/128/256384K/32bit (coaxial) |
| Firmware upgrade | System firmware can be upgraded via USB |
| FIIO control | Supported |
| Product Code | FIIOKA13-BLACK |
Buttons and Ports
| USB port | Type-C USB |
|---|---|
| 3.5mm plug | Single-ended/SPDIF output (shared) |
| Physical button | Adjust volumeSwitch songs |
| 4.4mm plug | Balanced output |
| Toggle switch | Desktop mode switch |
Audio Parameters (3.5mm)
| Output power | L+R>290mW+290mW@16Ω(Desktop Mode ON)L+R≥70mW+70mW@160(Desktop Mode OFFL+R>170mW+170mW@32Ω(Desktop Mode ON)L+R>50mW+50mW@32Ω(Desktop Mode OFF) |
|---|---|
| Peak output voltage | ≥2.3V (32Ω, THD+N: less than one percent) |
| Output power 2 | L+R>19.5mW+19.5mW@30000(Desktop Mode ON)L+R>5mW+5mW@30000(Desktop Mode OFF) |
| Output impedance | <1.7Ω |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz, damping≤0.1dB20Hz 50kHz, damping≤0.2dB |
| Crosstalk | ≥72dB (1kHz, 32Ω) |
| Noise floor | 2.5uV&1.7uV"A" |
| THD+N | less than 0.0005 (0dB, 32Ω) |
| SNR | ≥122dB (32Ω, A-weighted) |
Audio Parameters (4.4 mm)
| Output power | L+R>500mW+500mW@16Ω(Desktop Mode ON)L+R>260mW+260mW@16Ω(Desktop Mode OFF)L+R>550mW+550mW@32Ω(Desktop Mode ON)L+R≥170mW+170mW@16Ω(Desktop Mode OFF) |
|---|---|
| Peak output voltage | ≥4.2V (32Ω, THD+N: less than one percent) |
| Output power 2 | L+R>78mW+78mW@30000(Desktop Mode ON)L+R>20mW+20mW@160(Desktop Mode OFF) |
| Output impedance | <1.8Ω |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz, damping≤0.1dB20Hz 50kHz, damping≤0.1dB |
| Crosstalk | ≥110dB (1kHz, 32Ω) |
| Noise floor | 4.6uV&3.1uV"A" |
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