FiiO R9 Flagship Desktop Media Player with Dual ES9038PRO DAC Chip


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Last Updated: Jul 31, 2024 10:24:01 UTC


Product Description

FiiO K19 Studio-Grade Flagship DAC and Headphone Amplifier

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FiiO K19 is the brand’s latest flagship studio-grade DAC/AMP. Designed with top-quality components, the K19 packs an industry-leading performance. Featuring two latest 8-channel ES9039SPro flagship DAC Chips and a solid THX AAA 88+ amp section, FiiO promises clear, crisp output with a strong amp section. FiiO K19 supports a 31-band highly precise PEQ that allows you to precisely adjust the output. The strong amp section on the K19 produces a powerful 8W per channel output. FiiO K19 is here to bring the best all-in-one desktop device to you.

Innovative 31-Band High-Precision lossless PEQ

The FiiO K19 features DEL (Dual-Engine Limiter) technology, along with some proprietary algorithms, the K19 get access to various audio effects such as DRC (Dynamic Range Compression), and DRE (Dynamic Range Enhancement). It also has 31-band highly precise lossless PEQ that allows for adjustment between 44.1kHz to 192kHz audio signals without interfering with the sampling rate conversion (SRC). For each band, users can adjust the gain between +12 to -24dB, allowing for the output to be fully adjusted to preference.

And the PEQ curves don’t have to be used only by you – PEQ presets on the K19 can be shared between users, being able to import and export PEQ presets opens up a whole new dimension to sound adjustment.

Latest-Gen Flagship Dual DAC Chipset

FiiO has equipped the latest K19 with two latest-generation 8-channel DAC chips from ESS Technologies. The device houses two ES9039SPro, one for each channel on the K19. These chips benefit from 4th generation 32bit Hyperstream architecture, they are capable of delivering true high-resolution audio signal processing with ultra-high dynamic range and ultra-low distortion in the output signal.

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High-Power 8-Channel THX Amp Section

At the heart of FiiO K19, we have a high-power 8-channel THX AAA 88+ Amp chipset. The THX amp chips are connected in parallel with each other, creating a fully balanced 4-channel design architecture for the headphones. It is a powerful analogue amp section that promises a strong output of up to 8W per channel. With this much power down its sleeve, you can easily drive even the most demanding headphones on the planet and still have a lot of headroom left.

Pure High-Res Sound Processing With Ultra-Precise Audio Clocks

FiiO K19 houses dual industry-leading ACCUSILICON AS318-B ultra-low phase noise Accusilicon Femtosecond crystal oscillators. They are pre-screened before being selected for the K19 to ensure pure sound signal restoration during processing and result in clearer, more accurate sound signal reproduction at different sampling rates.

Shock-proof diecast chassis and shielded circuit boards

FiiO K19 has a completely seamless design crafted with die-cast aluminium alloy material. The body is carefully polished using a multi-axis CNC machining process for a rich and premium finish. The device has a unibody design and a shock-proof internal chassis for a stable operation.

The digital and analogue audio circuits of the K19 lie on separate boards for full isolation and greatly reduced interference. There are metal shields for the DSP board, DAC board and the THX head-phone amplifier board, as a result of the digital board and module board adopting a compartmentalized aluminium alloy isolation design. These measures all help to minimize crosstalk to ensure signal purity.

Multiple Input Supporting HDMI/ARC

FiiO K19 supports a bunch of input options for the sound signal. From traditional USB to wireless Bluetooth, and now we also have support for HDMI and ARC capabilities. The K19 is the first DAC/AMP in FiiO’s lineup to support HDMI and ARC input options. The HDMI input supports 192kHz/24-bit sampling rate audio and the HDMI ARC supports 44.1/48kHz bitrates. Other options include USB, Optical, Coaxial, and Bluetooth connections.

Carefully Design Power Supply

FiiO K19 features a 40W low-noise industrial-grade power supply. It operates on a wide range of input voltage and can work at different operating temperatures as well. It has separate and shielded analogue and digital circuits for consistent performance. The industrial-grade power supply here ensures we get a clean and accurate performance and efficient supply to the different sections of the audio circuitry.

Additionally, the K19 is equipped with an external DC power interface for use with higher-performance linear power supplies, allowing for different sound performances.

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Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 12.7 x 11.5 x 16 cm; 4.13 kg
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ FIIO
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CSFF8PFR
Item model number ‏ : ‎ R9

FiiO has equipped the flagship R9 with an ultimate-level dual-DAC arrangement. The DAC section on the device adopts dual ES9038Pro flagship 32-bit DAC chips from ESS Sabre Technologies. The ES9038Pro is a trusted and reputed chipset that has garnered a lot of praise for its impressive sound signal decoding performance. FiiO has implemented the same in its other flagship devices such as the M17 portable audio player. It’s a true flagship DAC arrangement for ultimate sonic precision and accuracy.
In order to get the best out of the R9’s dual DAC setup, FiiO has equipped the device with a THX788+ truly desktop amp chipset. It is implemented in an 8-channel design to provide a strong amplification to the signal. FiiO R9 has a rated output of up to 7300mW through the 4-pin XLR and 4.4mm balanced ports.
FiiO R9 comes with the latest-generation USB signal processor chipset. It comes equipped with XMOS XU316 16-core 3rd-gen processor. It enables smoother sound signal processing and supports 32-bit PCM and native DSD signal decoding on the device.
Along with the regular USB, Coaxial, and Optical input options, the new FiiO R9 also supports HDMI ARC for digital sound signal input on the device. It allows for a more convenient TV connection mode for the users.
FiiO R9 is an exquisitely built digital desktop streamer. The device has a luxurious two-tone liquid metal body with colourful ring LED around the knobs and also a colourful LED strip on the front. The R9 looks spectacular from every angle and definitely elevates the look of your setup with its premium aura.

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