FiiO unveils M23 Digital Audio Player and K19 hi-res desktop DAC/headphone amplifier
The M23 features the flagship AKM AK4191EQ and AKM AK4499EX DAC combination, will playback PCM audio files up to 24-bit/384kHz and DSD256, and also supports MQA.
Alongside physical 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced headphone outputs, and both single-ended/balanced line-outs, the M23 boasts Bluetooth wireless connectivity with aptX HD and LDAC.
Featuring a Dual Power supply, when using external USB power, the M23 has a ‘Desktop Mode’ so it can be used both at home and on the move. In Desktop Mode, the additional ‘Super-High’ gain level is available, allowing the M23 to deliver 1000mW per channel at 32ohm.
Equipped with a Qualcom Snapdragon 660 processor, the M23 runs on a customised Android operating system and features a global SRC bypass, meaning music streaming apps such as Tidal, Qobuz, Apple Music, Deezer and more can be installed to allow listening in full lossless quality.
Available in either Blue Titanium or Stainless Steel, the M23 offers a claimed 10.5 hour battery life, 5.5in multi-touch HD display and 64GB onboard storage. It’s priced at £650.
The K19 is FiiO’s flagship balanced hi-res desktop headphone amplifier/DAC. Boasting dual 8-channel ES9039SPRO DACs, dual 8-channel THX AAA 788+ amp technology and multiple inputs/outputs, it supports native playback of audio files up to 32-bit/768kHz and DSD512. The dual 8-channel THX AAA788+ amplification is claimed to power headphones with a wide impedance range, delivering up to 8000mW of power output.
Available in Black and Silver finishes, the K19 offers coaxial, optical, USB-C, HDMI and HDMI ARC connections alongside dual RCA (L/R) line-out, balanced 3-pin XLR (L/R), 6.35mm single-ended, 4.4mm balanced and 4-pin balanced XLR headphone outs. It features a 31-band Parametric Equaliser (PEQ), RS232, Ground Lift Switch and is priced at £1,250.
Available to buy now, you can find out more about the FiiO K19 here and the M23 Digital Audio Player here.
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