Enjoy superhigh resolution audio in your studio or on the go with the black FiiO KA17, a portable DAC and headphone amplifier in a USB dongle format. The unit features two ESS ES9069Q DACs and four THX headphone amplifiers for audiophile-quality sound reproduction. Capable of up to 32-bit / 768 kHz PCM and DSD512, the KA17 can connect to a computer, gaming device, or other peripheral for an elevated sonic experience. What's more, the unit features Desktop mode, which automatically adjusts the DAC, amplifier power supply, and amplifier power output to fully unleash its potential with greater power output.

The KA17 includes a 4.4mm balanced headphone output and a 3.5mm unbalanced headphone output that doubles as a digital S/PDIF output for converting signals from the USB-C input to S/PDIF. The OLED display is crystal clear in any lighting environment. Multifunctional buttons and convenient Android app support make it simple to control and customize your listening experience. And with a sleek, durable aluminum alloy body, the KA17 can survive long listening sessions while on the move. The KA17 includes a USB-C cable, an adapter, and a leatherette case.

Audiophile Quality at Home or On the Go    Dual ESS ES9069Q DACs    Supports 32-Bit / 768 kHz PCM and DSD512    Crystal-Clear OLED Display    3.5 and Balanced 4.4mm Headphone Outputs    S/PDIF Digital on Shared 3.5mm    Multifunctional Control Buttons    FiiO Control App Connectivity (Android)    Durable Aluminum Alloy Body    Includes USB-C Cable, USB Adapter, Case

The FIIO KA17 features a special desktop mode, activated using the dedicated D.Mode switch. Enable the desktop mode, and the KA17 will automatically adjust the DAC, amplifier power supply, and the amplifier power output to fully unleash their potentials with greater power output.

With sufficient USB-power-supply input and desktop mode enabled, the KA17's four THX headphone amps work together in parallel for greater current and overall power output. The result is up to 270+270mW power output for single-ended out, and up to 650+650mW power output for balanced out.

The KA17 employs two of the latest ESS ES9069Q flagship DACs, powered by 4th-generation 32-bit HyperStream technology. These chips feature even higher performance, lower power consumption, and less digital noise than previous generations for an absolutely pristine and pure audio background.

The XMOS XU316 chip allowed FIIO engineers to develop a highly precise and adjustable PEQ, with 10 customizable frequency bands. FIIO's self-developed PEQ algorithm, APP page, and website allow you to fine-tune the frequency, gain, and bandwidth of each PEQ band, letting you dial in the sound exactly how you want it.

Handling USB duties on the KA17, the 16-core XMOS XU316 is rarely found in audio dongles. This chip features lower latency, more stable signal transmission, and better compatibility than is typical for a USB control chip. And when paired with the dual crystal oscillators, the KA17 is more than capable of handling various digital audio sources with various sampling rates.

Inside the KA17 are THX AAA 78+ headphone amplifiers, with 8 opamps working in parallel in a 4-channel fully balanced configuration, allowing for not only greater power output, but also more detailed and realistic sound.

The KA17 features two USB-C ports. One is the typical port used to connect to other devices such as phones, tablets, and computers. The orange port on the side is designed for use with an external power supply, allowing the KA17 to achieve a higher power output and better performance without consuming the battery of your phone or other connected device.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. If I buy the extended warranty and something goes wrong, do I have to send the unit to Fiio?

A: If you purchase an Allstate Plan and something goes wrong in the first year, it falls under the Fiio warranty. If something goes wrong after the first year it falls under the Allstate Plan.

Q: 2. how do you hook the headtap up to a digital mixer?

A: The headtap has a standard 1/4 jack line out. so you can easily go from 1/4 to 1/4 or 1/4 to XLR from the headtap to the mixer. I connect mine coming off a wedge monitor for my bass player and it works great!

Q: 3. Can someone please tell me if this clamp is raised high enough to be placed on a flat surface without the knob getting in the way? I have the DAC-38, and I hate how the locking knob sticks out.

A: No. If you place the clamp on a flat surface, the bottom edge of the knob hits the table and raises the clamp slightly - not by much, but you enough to certainly impede tightening it. You must position it to stick out beyone the edge of whatever you are mounting it on. I also have a larger DAC-X1 and it is the same (worse, actually), although with the way I use them it doesn't matter,

Q: 4. Will it fit Neumann NDH-30?

A: No, the SLAPPA HardBody Pro Full-Sized Headphone Case (Dimpled Polyurethane, Black), B&H # SLHP07, is not designed to fit the Neumann NDH 30 headphones.

Q: 5. Does it have Dolby? Most people still with cassettes are recorded with Dolby that would consider buying...

A: The FiiO CP13 Portable Stereo Cassette Player (Red/Silver) does not have Dolby.

Q: 6. Also does it have an RCA sized jack that can attach to my stereo receiver?

A: The Fiio M11 does not have an RCA jack. If you want to connect it to the stereo RCA input on a receiver, you can use B&H # KOSMYCM2RM15

Q: 7. Will this be an overkill for me if I mainly listen to FLAC files converted from CDs?

A: The FiiO M11 Plus is an excellent choice for playing your FLAC files and definitely not overkill.

Q: 8. What is the maximum memory micro SD card that can be used?

A: microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC [2 TB Maximum]

Q: 9. Will the PEQ in the Control app work in all modes, including with 3rd party apps such as Tidal?

A: For the FiiO M11 Plus Portable High-Resolution Lossless Wireless Music Player BH #FIM11PLUSESS, if using M11 Plus ,the PEQ in the FiiO Music app is only available in the FiiO Music app.

Q: 10. Is this a headphone amp? If not, what is it?

A: The ART HEADTAP - 2 Output Headphone Tap is not definitively a headphone amplifier itself, but rather an individual, passive monitor extension that can be connected to a headphone amp or other amplified source. It's passive circuitry maintains and passes along the impedance of the input signal and even serves as a "through" to output that signal down the chain in addition to its headphone connection.