FiiO reveals K15 Desktop DAC and Headphone Amplifier at $549, £499, €599.
Best value headphone amp and streamer smashes the price point. Makes debut at CanJam London on July 19th.
FiiO is proud to announce the launch of the K15 Desktop DAC and Headphone Amplifier. Merging breathtaking power, innovative engineering and sleek aesthetic sensibility, the K15 is a full-system desktop DAC/amp built for audiophiles and the ideal partner for the FiiO FT7 headphones. Or any active speakers such as the FiiO SP3.
Featuring the features and trickledown tech of the FiiO K17, careful engineering has allowed FiiO to hit a price point which is half the price of any rival.
At the heart of the K15 are dual AKM AK4497S DAC chips, part of AKM’s new ‘VELVET SOUND’ series. These premium chips deliver pristine digital-to-analog conversion, preserving minute detail from low to high frequencies while maintaining ultra-low distortion and wide dynamic range. This means the K15 is one of the first audio products in the world to implement these flagship AKM chips in a dual configuration, achieving an organic, immersive sound signature. A 10 band parametric EQ is available via the FiiO Control app for further tweaking to find your perfect sound.
Powerful amplification
Driving demanding headphones is no longer a challenge. The K15’s discrete Class-AB amplifier circuit offers up to 3000mW per channel via balanced output. Whether you're powering sensitive IEMs or high-impedance over-ear headphones, the K15 offers low-noise, high-current performance.
Playback
Designed for every listening scenario, the K15 supports multiple input modes:
- USB DAC (XMOS XU316, supporting 768kHz/32bit, DSD512, MQA)
- Bluetooth decoding (LDAC, AptX HD, AAC)
- Streaming (Roon Ready, AirPlay)
- Local playback via USB storage
- Optical and coaxial decoding
- Single-ended and balanced analog inputs - single ended input ideal for turntables
Whether you're playing back your personal library or streaming high-resolution music wirelessly, the K15 adapts effortlessly to your preferred ecosystem.
Fully Balanced
From the DACs to the amplifier stage, the K15’s audio path is fully balanced and differential. This layout enhances channel separation, minimises distortion and noise, and maximises fidelity, ensuring your music remains uncoloured and lifelike.
To further protect signal integrity, FiiO has employed a tri-board design, separating digital, analog, and power supply sections across different PCBs. This meticulous layout reduces crosstalk and electrical interference, resulting in an audibly cleaner sound.
Precision Power
The K15 integrates a high-efficiency 30W internal AC power supply while also supporting 12V DC input for external linear power upgrades. It features independent digital and analog power rails with a multi-stage analog supply utilising multiple dropout regulators, guaranteeing a constant supply of ultra-clean current to each audio stage.
Touchscreen smarts
The 3.93-inch colour LCD touchscreen offers intuitive visual control, while tactile knobs provide quick access to key functions. For hands-free operation, an infrared remote and FiiO Control App (Android, iOS) connectivity are included, ensuring flexibility from any listening position.
Wired or Wireless
Whether you're using Gigabit Ethernet for lossless network streaming or 2.4G/5G dual-band Wi-Fi, the K15 stays connected with stability and speed.
UK media attending CanJam London on July 19th will be able to listen to the K15 with flagship FiiO FT7 headphones.To arrange a demo or sample, please contact Starscream Communications.
The K15 will be released on August 1st.
Pricing is $549, £499, €599.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Basic specifications
Color: Black/Silver
Dimensions: 244.6x213x66.8mm
Weight: 2100g
Hardware configuration
Master Control: X2000, ESP32-S3
DAC: AK4497S*2
USB: XMOS XU316
Headphone amplifier transistor: MJE243G/253G
Display: 3.93-inch LCD
Bluetooth specifications
Bluetooth reception: Bluetooth 5.1, SBC/AAC/aptX/aptX LL/aptX HD/atpX Adaptive/LDAC
Decoding specifications
USB DAC: 768kHz/32bit; DSD512 (Native)
Coaxial input: 192kHz/24bit; DSD64
Optical input: 96kHz/24bit
Local playback: 384kHz/32bit; DSD256
Streaming playback: 384kHz/32bit; DSD256 (DOP)
Headphone outputs
Output Power 1: L+R≥1400mW+1400mW (32Ω SE, THD+N＜1%, Ultra high gain mode)
Output Power 2: L+R≥3000mW+3000mW (32Ω BAL, THD+N＜1%, Ultra high gain mode)
Output Power 3: L+R≥180mW+180mW (300Ω SE, THD+N＜1%, Ultra high gain mode)
Output Power 4: L+R≥700mW+700mW (300Ω BAL, THD+N＜1%, Ultra high gain mode)
Line outputs
RCA output: L+R=2.4Vrms+2.4Vrms (1kHz@10kΩ)
XLR output: L+R=4.8Vrms+4.8Vrms (1kHz@10kΩ)
Audio parameters
Frequency response: 20Hz~80kHz, attenuation＜2.8dB
SNR: ≥122dB (A-weighted)
Noise floor: ＜5.3μV (A-weighted)
THD+N: ＜0.00054% (1kHz/-12dB@32Ω)