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FiiO KA17 DAC and Headphone Amp, Black

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Colour: Black

Key Features

  • Portable dongle for high-quality sound
  • Dual flagship ES9069 DACs for pristine audio
  • XMOS XU316 chip supports full MQA decoding
  • Supports high-resolution PCM 768K and DSD512 formats
  • FiiO have refined Desktop Mode, activated to boost output power

FiiO KA17 DAC and Headphone Amp, Black Overview

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The FiiO KA17 DAC and Headphone Amplifier is tailored for audiophiles and music enthusiasts looking to balance value for money and superior sound quality. Equipped with dual ES9069 DACs and the XMOS XU316 chip, the FiiO KA17 supports full MQA decoding and offers a high sampling rate, ensuring your music is reproduced with impeccable clarity and detail. The FiiO KA17 also boasts a multistage balanced THX AAA 78+ headphone amp, delivering powerful, balanced audio output up to 650mW.


Refined for their portable line of products, FiiO have integrated this amplifier with Desktop Mode, which, when activated, optimises the DAC and amp power output for an enhanced listening experience. The inclusion of a 0.91-inch dot matrix display allows for intuitive status monitoring, while dual USB Type-C ports offer flexible connectivity and power options. Whether you're at home or on the go, the FiiO KA17 enhances your audio experience with high-fidelity sound and user-friendly features.

Product Ref: 294756

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Enhanced Power and Performance

The FiiO KA17 introduces a desktop mode that optimises its DAC, amplifier power supply, and output, unleashing the full potential of your music with greater power. This mode builds on FiiO's history of combining portability with desktop-grade performance, offering an unmatched listening experience at its price point.

Dual Flagship DACs for Superior Sound

Featuring two ES9069Q DACs with HyperStream technology, the FiiO KA17 delivers an exceptionally pure audio background. These DACs are designed for lower power consumption and reduced digital noise, ensuring your music is reproduced with clarity and depth, making every listening session a truly immersive experience.

Advanced PEQ for Tailored Sound

With the XMOS XU316 chip, the FiiO KA17 offers a ten-level highly precise PEQ, allowing for detailed customisation of frequency bands. This means you can fine-tune your audio experience to match your preferences, ensuring your music sounds the way you want it to, with the precision of a professional audio setup.

THX AAA 78+ Amp: Power Meets Fidelity

The FiiO KA17 uses the THX AAA 78+ amplifier, known for its detailed and realistic sound reproduction. This amp configuration allows for a more robust power output while maintaining the clarity and detail in your music.

Comprehensive Power Supply Design

The FiiO KA17 mirrors the design principles found in desktop amplifiers, using a three-stage 10-rail power supply. This provides an uninterrupted power supply to each part of the audio circuit for optimum performance.

Intuitive Control and Connectivity

The 0.91-inch dot matrix display offers intuitive control over the KA17's various settings, while dual USB Type-C ports ensure higher output performance, with one port for data and power and another dedicated to an external power supply.

Features

  • Dual ES9069 DACs ensure excellent audio clarity at this price point
  • XMOS XU316 chip for full MQA decoding and high-resolution audio
  • 650mW balanced output for powerful, detailed sound
  • Desktop mode optimises performance for home listening
  • Ten-level PEQ for customisable sound
  • Realistic, reliable audio output with THX AAA 78+ amplifier
  • Separate digital and analogue circuit boards for cleaner sound
  • Three-stage power supply mirrors desktop amp principles
  • 0.91-inch dot matrix display for intuitive control
  • Dual USB Type-C ports isolate connectivity and independent power

What's in the box?

  • FiiO KA17 High-End Dongle Amplifier
  • Leatherette case
  • Dual Type-C to OTG short data cable
  • USB Type A-C adapter
  • USB dustproof plug covers
  • Quick start guide

Specifications

General

Name/Model KA17
Hardware solutions DAC: ES9069Q*2, USB decoding: XMOS XU316*1
Colour Black/Blue
Volume control Physical buttons
Weight About 33.5g
Dimensions About 64 x 27.7 x 12.7mm
Driver-free mode (switch mode) Supported
Desktop mode Supported
MQA Supported MQA full decoding
Channel balance ?0.2dB
Gain level L/H
Status display Transfer format

Volume level

Gain level

USB mode

Sampling rate, etc.
Display 0.91-inch OLED display
Firmware upgrade Supports upgrade through USB
Max supported sampling rate PCM: Supported up to 768kHz/32bit

DSD: Supported up to SD512 (Native), DOP256

SPDIF: Supported up to 96kHz/24bit
Recommended impedance PO: 8 150Ω

BAL: 8 300Ω

Buttons and Ports

Buttons Multifunction button

Volume up/down
USB Type-C USB2.0 (power supply/data transfer)

USB Type-C POWER IN (orange, powering)
Headphone output Standard 3.5mm port (PO/coaxial out shared)
BAL output Standard 4.4mm port
Toggle switch Desktop mode switch

Power Supply

Power supply DC 5V ≥1A

Audio Parameters - Headphone Output - Desktop mode: High Gain

Output power L+R≥320mW+320mW (16Ω, THD+N < 1%)

L+R≥270mW+270mW (32Ω, THD+N < 1%)

L+R≥30mW +30mW (300Ω, THD+N < 1%)
THD+N & Noise < 0.0015% (1kHz/-15dB@32Ω)
Frequency response 20Hz–50kHz: damping < 0.5dB

20Hz–20kHz: damping < 0.1dB
Output impedance < 1Ω
Crosstalk ≥75dB
Output amplitude 3Vrms
SNR ≥123dB (A-weighted)
Noise floor < 2.1uV (A-weighted)

Audio Parameters - BAL Headphone Output - Desktop mode: High Gain

Output power L+R≥460mW+460mW (16Ω, THD+N < 1%)

L+R≥650mW+650mW (32Ω, THD+N < 1%)

L+R≥90mW+90mW (300Ω, THD+N < 1%)
THD+N & Noise < 0.0004% (1kHz/-8dB@32Ω)
Frequency response 20Hz–50kHz: damping < 0.1dB

20Hz–20kHz: damping < 0.1dB
Output impedance < 1.5Ω
Crosstalk ≥114dB
Output amplitude 4.5Vrms
SNR ≥126dB (A-weighted)
Noise floor < 2.2uV (A-weighted)

Audio Parameters - Headphone Output - Non-Desktop mode: High Gain

Output power L+R≥110mW+110mW (16Ω, THD+N < 1%)

L+R≥140mW+140mW (32Ω, THD+N < 1%)

L+R≥20mW+20mW (300Ω, THD+N < 1%)
THD+N & Noise < 0.0015% (1kHz/-10dB@32Ω)
Frequency response 20Hz–50kHz: damping < 0.5dB

20Hz–20kHz: damping < 0.1dB
Output impedance < 1Ω
Crosstalk ≥80dB
Output amplitude 2Vrms
SNR ≥120dB (A-weighted)
Noise floor < 2.0uV (A-weighted)

Audio Parameters - BAL Headphone Output - Non-Desktop mode: High Gain

Output power L+R≥150mW+150mW (16Ω, THD+N < 1%)

L+R≥300mW+300mW (32Ω, THD+N < 1%)

L+R≥30mW+30mW (300Ω, THD+N < 1%)
THD+N & Noise < 0.0005% (1kHz/-3.5dB@32Ω)
Frequency response 20Hz–50kHz: damping < 0.5dB

20Hz–20kHz: damping < 0.1dB
Output impedance < 1.5Ω
Crosstalk ≥110dB
Output amplitude 3Vrms
SNR ≥120dB (A-weighted)
Noise floor < 2.2uV (A-weighted)

Product Code

Product code FIIOKA17-BLACK

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