Fiio QX13 DAC and Headphone Amplifier
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Features
| Headphone Socket | No |
|---|---|
| Brand Color | None |
| Warranty The length of time your product is protected by warranty | 1 Year |
| Product Type | Other |
Tech Specs
- Body Material - Up to 21 layers of stacked carbon fibre
- Display - Extra-large colour display with Corning third-gen high-strength glass
- Processor - 32-bit
- DAC Chip - Flagship ESS SABRE PRO ES9027PRO (fully differential audio architecture, 8 parallel channels)
- DAC Regulators - Ultra-low-noise ES9312 regulators
- Op-Amps:
- 4 x wafer-level precision-integrated INA1620 chips
- 2 x low-noise, low-distortion OPA1692 chips
- Modes - Patented Desktop Mode
- Board Separation - Digital and analogue boards separated with multi-layer shielding
- USB Audio Processor - XMOS 16-core XU316
- PCM Support - Up to 768Khz/32bit
- DSD Support - DSD512 native decoding
- Crystal Oscillators - Dual ultra-low phase noise, low temperature drift femtosecond crystal oscillators
- Equalizer - 10-band lossless PEQ (tunable via Android FiiO Control app or web)
- Audio Processing Stages - LPF voltage amplification, BUF current boosting, parallel-enhanced current expansion
Description
The Fiio QX13 DAC and Headphone Amplifier stands out with its fully carbon fibre body, crafted from up to 21 stacked layers. This lightweight yet robust construction not only offers superior heat resistance and minimal interference but also exudes a distinct premium texture.
The included magnetic leather case adds both protection and style, while the 1.99-inch extra-large colour display, made from Corning third-gen high-strength glass, ensures scratch resistance and durability. With multiple new personalised UI themes powered by a dedicated 32-bit processor, the user experience is smooth and customisable whether held in portrait or landscape mode.
Compact in size but designed to impress, the QX13 combines advanced engineering and refined aesthetics to create a truly modern portable audio solution.
High-End Audio Components for True Desktop-Level Power
At the heart of the Fiio QX13 is the flagship ESS SABRE PRO ES9027PRO DAC, featuring an 8-channel parallel architecture for highly accurate audio reproduction. Complementing this are six Texas Instruments high-precision op-amps, including four INA1620 chips for reduced crosstalk and two OPA1692 chips to maintain stable dynamics across loads.
This precise audio architecture ensures the QX13 delivers desktop-level output power of 900mW+900mW, rivaling full-size headphone amplifiers. The patented Desktop Mode intelligently balances power and efficiency, supported by a high-precision power meter that assesses connected USB sources and adjusts gain and output power accordingly, ensuring consistently optimal performance even under demanding conditions.
Pro-Grade Digital Performance with XMOS and Crystal Oscillators
The Fiio QX13 DAC and Headphone Amplifier integrates the advanced XMOS 16-core XU316 processor, offering ultra-low latency and pro-grade USB audio quality. Supporting up to 768kHz/32bit PCM and native DSD512 decoding, it ensures true high-resolution playback. Dual femtosecond crystal oscillators with ultra-low phase noise maintain precise handling of different sample rates, contributing to exceptional clarity and detail.
Users can fine-tune sound using a 10-band high-precision PEQ, conveniently adjusted via the Android FiiO Control app or a web interface. This versatile digital architecture enables the QX13 to deliver studio-quality performance in a pocket-sized form, meeting the demands of audiophiles and professionals alike.
Refined Engineering for Pristine Signal and Heat Management
Designed for clean and dynamic sound, the QX13 separates its digital and analogue boards with a multi-layer shielding cover, preventing signal interference and supporting effective heat dissipation. The carefully arranged audio circuit includes LPF voltage amplification, BUF current boosting, and parallel-enhanced current expansion, achieving sound quality comparable to professional desktop DAC and headphone amplifiers.
This intricate layout ensures sustained high-power output without compromising thermal stability. Compact yet meticulously engineered, the QX13 represents the fusion of portable convenience and uncompromising audio performance, making it an essential tool for users seeking an elevated listening experience anywhere they go.