{"product_id":"fiio-k11-compact-desktop-dac-and-headphone-amplifier","title":"FIIO K11 Compact Desktop DAC and Headphone Amplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe FiiO K11 is a slim desktop DAC and headphone amplifier that rethinks what an entry-level amp can be: more connections, more power and a smaller footprint. A Cirrus Logic CS43198 DAC and a carefully designed audio circuit deliver up to 1,400mW per channel from the 4.4mm balanced output, with three gain levels and volume curves, USB-C, optical and coaxial inputs, and 4.4mm, 6.35mm, RCA and coaxial outputs. A clear display, sample-rate lighting and a driver-free USB mode for consoles complete it. It won a VGP 2024 Summer award and Headfonics’ Best Desktop DAC\/Amp 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/3199\/8339\/files\/fiio-k11-compact-desktop-dac-and-headphone-amplifier-photo-colours.jpg?v=1791319532\" alt=\"FiiO K11 desktop DAC\/amps in black and silver\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA new take on the entry-level amp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the success of its K5 Pro, K7, K9 and K9 Pro amplifiers, FiiO took a fresh look at entry-level desktop needs. The K11 offers more inputs and outputs than typical amps at this level, more power and a slimmer build: it is 25% smaller, 42% lower and 15% lighter than the K5 Pro ESS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInputs and outputs for a real system\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect a computer, phone, console or CD transport by USB-C, optical or coaxial, and take the sound from the 4.4mm balanced or 6.35mm headphone outputs, the RCA line output or a coaxial digital output. Used with a phone as a USB DAC, the K11 runs from its own power supply, so it doesn’t drain the phone’s battery. The coaxial input and output share one socket, and the coaxial output works in USB mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/3199\/8339\/files\/fiio-k11-compact-desktop-dac-and-headphone-amplifier-photo-rear.jpg?v=1791319535\" alt=\"Rear panel of the FiiO K11 with its inputs and outputs\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1,400mW with three gains and three volume curves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInto 32Ω the balanced output delivers 1,400mW per channel (520mW single-ended), enough to unlock many hi-fi earphones and headphones. Each of the three gain levels has its own volume curve, so both sensitive earphones and harder-to-drive over-ears get a usable volume range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePurpose-built circuit and power\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the slim case, a specially designed audio circuit is fed by more than 16 low-noise LDO regulators and an external 12V switching supply, for pure, stable power and consistent sound. A GD32 controller runs the system, and FiiO’s measurements show a 123dB signal-to-noise ratio and line-out distortion of just 0.00035%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisplay, lighting and one knob\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe custom high-contrast VA display stays on without burn-in and shows the sample rate, volume, gain and output mode at a glance. The RGB FiiO logo shows the sample rate too, lit evenly by six LED strips and reflective film, and you can choose its colour (following the music or a fixed red, blue, cyan, purple, yellow, white or green, or cycling), set it to pulse or stay on, and pick from five brightness levels or off. The multi-function knob powers the K11 on and off, sets the volume and runs the menus; double-press it to switch between headphone (PO) and line (LO) output, and each mode remembers its own volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/3199\/8339\/files\/fiio-k11-compact-desktop-dac-and-headphone-amplifier-photo-display.jpg?v=1791319539\" alt=\"The display of the FiiO K11 showing sample rate and volume\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDriver-free for computers and consoles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a USB DAC, the K11 needs no driver on Windows 10 and later, and works plug-and-play with games consoles such as the PS5 and Nintendo Switch. Installing FiiO’s driver on Windows unlocks the highest sample rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/3199\/8339\/files\/FIIOK11_1000x780s.jpg?v=1767192862\" alt=\"Silver FiiO K11 connected to a Nintendo Switch\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slim aluminium alloy body fits neatly on any desk, and a silicone anti-slip pad keeps it firmly in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/3199\/8339\/files\/fiio-k11-compact-desktop-dac-and-headphone-amplifier-photo-desk.jpg?v=1791319542\" alt=\"FiiO K11 on a desk with in-ear monitors and speakers\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDAC and control\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCirrus Logic CS43198 · GD32F303 controller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-C (PCM 384kHz\/32-bit, DSD256) · optical · coaxial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOutputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.4mm: 1,400mW\/ch @ 32Ω, 250mW @ 300Ω · 6.35mm: 520mW\/ch @ 32Ω, 60mW @ 300Ω · RCA line · coaxial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePerformance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSNR ≥123dB · 20Hz–50kHz (\u0026lt;0.2dB) · noise floor \u0026lt;2.8µV (6.35mm) \/ \u0026lt;4.9µV (4.4mm) · output impedance \u0026lt;1.2Ω \/ \u0026lt;2.4Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow, medium, high, each with its own volume curve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC 12V\/2A adapter (included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize and weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e147 × 133 × 32.3mm (with feet) · about 407g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/3199\/8339\/files\/fiio-k11-compact-desktop-dac-and-headphone-amplifier-photo-finishes.jpg?v=1791319545\" alt=\"FiiO K11 desktop DAC\/amps in different finishes\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer the sound of an R2R DAC? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fiio-k11-compact-desktop-r2r-architecture-dac-and-headphone-amplifier\"\u003eK11 R2R\u003c\/a\u003e shares the same compact design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd streaming with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fiio-sr11-desktop-streaming-music-receiver\"\u003eFiiO SR11\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the box: K11, 12V power adapter (with AC cable), USB-A to USB-C cable, 6.35mm adapter, quick start guide and warranty card. Black or silver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"FiiO","offers":[{"title":"BLACK","offer_id":57116992995715,"sku":"FIIOK11-BLACK","price":119.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"SILVER","offer_id":57116993028483,"sku":"FIIOK11-SILVER","price":119.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/3199\/8339\/files\/img_proxy_6cc36d1b-1d4f-4073-a645-fa921a729ad8.jpg?v=1767192880","url":"https:\/\/www.advancedmp3players.co.uk\/products\/fiio-k11-compact-desktop-dac-and-headphone-amplifier","provider":"amp3","version":"1.0","type":"link"}