FiiO KA17 Portable DAC/Amplifier

The FiiO KA17 is a compact DAC/amp dongle designed for users who want high-resolution audio in a portable format without sacrificing power. Featuring dual ES9069Q flagship DAC chips, a four-way fully balanced THX AAA 78 amplifier, and an advanced digital-analog split design, it delivers clarity, low distortion, and strong output up to 650mW in “Desktop Mode.”

Dual Flagship DAC Architecture

Equipped with two ES9069Q DAC chips, the KA17 processes audio with high precision, offering a wide dynamic range and low noise for detailed playback.

THX AAA 78 Balanced Amplification

The four-way fully balanced THX AAA 78 amplifier ensures clean output with reduced distortion. With up to 650mW of power, it can drive demanding headphones with authority.

Desktop and Portable Power Modes

Switch between standard mode for on-the-go listening and “Desktop Mode” for higher output when external USB power is connected.

Advanced Power Supply Design

The KA17 uses a three-level, ten-channel precision power supply system with independent Type-C power input to minimize crosstalk and maintain stable performance.

XMOS XU316 USB Processing

A professional-grade 16-core XMOS XU316 processor ensures accurate USB audio decoding, supporting high-resolution PCM and DSD formats.

Customizable Sound with PEQ

The ten-segment parametric EQ (PEQ) allows precise adjustments to tailor sound to personal preferences or headphone characteristics.

Compact Display and Controls

A dot-matrix OLED screen provides real-time playback and status information, paired with simple controls for easy operation.

Product Highlights

• Dual ES9069Q flagship DAC chips
• Four-way fully balanced THX AAA 78 amplifier
• Output power: up to 650mW (Desktop Mode)
• Dual power modes: portable and desktop
• XMOS 16-core XU316 processor
• Ten-segment parametric EQ
• Three-level, ten-channel precision power supply
• Independent Type-C power supply input
• Anti-crosstalk split digital-analog board design
• Dot-matrix OLED interactive screen

Specs

• DAC: Dual ES9069Q
• Amplifier: THX AAA 78 (four-way fully balanced)
• Processor: XMOS XU316, 16-core
• Output power: Up to 650mW (Desktop Mode)
• Power modes: Portable / Desktop
• EQ: 10-band PEQ adjustment
• Power supply: Three-level, ten-channel precision design
• Connections: Independent USB-C power input + USB-C audio/data
• Screen: Dot-matrix OLED

What’s Included

• FiiO KA17 DAC/amp
• USB-C to USB-C cable
• USB-C to USB-A adapter
• Quick start guide and documentation