{"product_id":"fiio-k13-desktop-dac-and-amp-with-dual-channel-es9039q2m-dacs","title":"FiiO K13 Desktop DAC and AMP with Dual Channel ES9039Q2M DACs","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe FiiO K13 is a powerful desktop DAC and headphone amplifier designed to act as the centre of a modern headphone or Hi-Fi setup. Combining dual flagship ESS ES9039Q2M DACs, a fully balanced amplifier architecture and up to 2400mW + 2400mW of balanced output power, it offers substantial performance for everything from sensitive IEMs to demanding full-size headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith high-resolution USB decoding, LDAC Bluetooth, XLR and RCA outputs, advanced parametric EQ and both AC and DC power options, the K13 brings together extensive connectivity and powerful amplification in a compact desktop design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/3199\/8339\/files\/fiio-k13-desktop-dac-and-amp-with-dual-channel-es9039q2m-dacs-photo-hero.jpg?v=1791342324\" alt=\"FiiO K13 desktop DAC and amps in black and silver\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDual Flagship ES9039Q2M DACs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe K13 uses two of ESS's latest-generation ES9039Q2M DAC chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around ESS's fourth-generation 32-bit HyperStream architecture, the dual-DAC design is engineered to reduce digital noise while delivering high dynamic range and low distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFiiO specifies a dynamic range of 130dB and THD+N of -120dB for the DAC section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/3199\/8339\/files\/fiio-k13-desktop-dac-and-amp-with-dual-channel-es9039q2m-dacs-photo-board.jpg?v=1791342329\" alt=\"The dual ES9039Q2M DAC board of the FiiO K13 with WIMA capacitors\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh-Resolution Desktop Audio Hub\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe K13 supports PCM audio up to 768kHz\/32-bit and DSD512 through its USB input, making it suitable for high-resolution music playback from a PC, Mac or other compatible digital source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts wide selection of inputs and outputs also allows the K13 to operate at the centre of a larger desktop or Hi-Fi system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e10-Band PEQ with Auto EQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around the XMOS XU316 platform, the K13 features a specially developed 10-band parametric EQ system across its operating modes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFiiO's Auto EQ functionality can be used to match a target headphone curve automatically before allowing further manual fine-tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePEQ settings can be adjusted through the FiiO Control app, while a web-based interface is also available when using USB input. EQ processing supports audio signals up to PCM 192kHz\/24-bit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/3199\/8339\/files\/fiio-k13-desktop-dac-and-amp-with-dual-channel-es9039q2m-dacs-photo-peq.jpg?v=1791342334\" alt=\"Adjusting the FiiO K13 PEQ on a computer\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFully Balanced Amplifier Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire audio chain uses fully differential signal processing, including the DAC stage, I\/V conversion, low-pass filtering, preamp buffer and headphone amplification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis architecture is designed to provide strong interference rejection, low distortion and high dynamic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe amplifier section also includes dedicated gain control, headphone protection and POP-noise suppression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUp to 2400mW + 2400mW Output\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe K13 delivers up to 2400mW + 2400mW into a 32Ω load through its balanced headphone output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThree selectable gain levels and separate volume curves help the K13 work effectively with a wide range of IEMs and headphones, while headphone and preamp volume settings can be remembered independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/3199\/8339\/files\/fiio-k13-desktop-dac-and-amp-with-dual-channel-es9039q2m-dacs-photo-power.jpg?v=1791342337\" alt=\"FiiO K13 with its 2,400mW + 2,400mW balanced output\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDual AC and DC Power Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA built-in 30W power module allows the K13 to run directly from mains power, while a separate 12V DC input gives users the option of connecting a compatible external power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFiiO specifies an external supply requirement of 12V\/2.5A or greater using a 5.5 × 2.1mm connector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInternally, the K13 uses up to 18 low-noise LDO regulators and five DC-DC converters as part of its multi-rail power architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAudiophile-Grade Components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFiiO has equipped the K13 with a selection of premium internal components, including four ELNA RA3 series silk-film audio capacitors, eight WIMA film capacitors, 24 low-temperature-drift MELF resistors and dual ACCUSILICON AS318-L femtosecond crystal oscillators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/3199\/8339\/files\/fiio-k13-desktop-dac-and-amp-with-dual-channel-es9039q2m-dacs-photo-caps.jpg?v=1791342343\" alt=\"ELNA capacitors inside the FiiO K13\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBluetooth 5.4 with LDAC\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBluetooth 5.4 provides convenient wireless playback with support for LDAC, AAC and SBC codecs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLDAC allows compatible devices to transmit higher-resolution audio wirelessly, making the K13 equally suited to convenient everyday playback and wired high-resolution listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/3199\/8339\/files\/fiio-k13-desktop-dac-and-amp-with-dual-channel-es9039q2m-dacs-photo-bt.jpg?v=1791342349\" alt=\"The Bluetooth 5.4 chip of the FiiO K13\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh-Contrast LCD Display\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA custom high-contrast LCD clearly displays important information including sample rate, volume, gain and output mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe display is designed for long-term use and can remain continuously illuminated without the burn-in concerns associated with some other display technologies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/3199\/8339\/files\/fiio-k13-desktop-dac-and-amp-with-dual-channel-es9039q2m-dacs-photo-display.jpg?v=1791342354\" alt=\"The display of the FiiO K13 showing inputs and sample rates\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium Aluminium Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe K13 uses a thickened unibody aluminium alloy chassis with FiiO's new “skylight” design, providing a visual window into the internal DAC section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/3199\/8339\/files\/fiio-k13-desktop-dac-and-amp-with-dual-channel-es9039q2m-dacs-photo-remote.jpg?v=1791342359\" alt=\"Using the FiiO K13 with its remote control\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdjustable RGB lighting can indicate the current audio sample rate, with customisable brightness, colour and lighting effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black \/ Silver\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMain Control Chip:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESP32-S3\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Chip:\u003c\/strong\u003e XMOS XU316\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × ESS ES9039Q2M\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eI\/V Op-Amps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × OPA1656\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLPF Op-Amps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × OPA1642\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine Output Buffer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 × LTA8092\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × OPA1642 + 2 × TPA6120A \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Input:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 768kHz\/32-bit, DSD512\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoaxial Input:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 192kHz\/24-bit, DSD64\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptical 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