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Small black USB-C dongle with 3.5 mm and 4.4 mm headphone jacks

FiiO

FiiO KA17 Portable USB DAC (Black)

SKU CH-GZ28-S16S9

Portable USB DAC with dual ES9069Q chips, 130dB dynamic range, -120dB THD, 3.5mm and 4.4mm outputs, 270mW single-end and 650mW balanced power, PEQ via app, THX AAA 78+ amp, XMOS XU316, 768kHz/32bit.

  • Dual ES9069Q DAC chips deliver 130dB dynamic range for purer sound background
  • THX AAA 78+ balanced amplifier provides 650mW balanced output to drive demanding headphones
  • XMOS 16-core XU316 enables 768kHz/32bit PCM and DSD512 native decoding
  • Desktop mode via dual Type-C ports supplies 270mW single-ended power for stationary listening
  • FiiO Control app PEQ adjusts frequency response to match personal preference or headphone profiles

Portable USB DAC for Mobile and Desktop

The FiiO KA17 is a portable USB DAC and headphone amplifier built for listeners who want higher fidelity from phones, tablets, or computers. It uses dual ES9069Q DAC chips to reach a 130dB dynamic range and -120dB total harmonic distortion. The four-channel THX AAA 78+ architecture delivers up to 270mW single-ended and 650mW balanced output power.

Plug-and-Play With Dual Type-C Ports

Connection is straightforward: plug the dongle into a USB-C device and attach headphones to the 3.5mm or 4.4mm jack. Desktop mode activates automatically when external power is supplied through the second Type-C port, boosting available output. Driver installation on Windows 10 may be required before first use, while Android, iOS, and macOS typically work without extra software.

Dual ES9069Q Decoding up to 768kHz and DSD512

The XMOS 16-core XU316 controller enables PCM playback up to 768kHz at 32-bit and native DSD512, plus full MQA decoding. This specification determines whether the KA17 matches your high-resolution library. It does not serve users who need wireless connectivity, analog line inputs, or multi-channel speaker outputs.

Highlights

  • Dual ES9069Q DAC chips deliver 130dB dynamic range for purer sound background
  • THX AAA 78+ balanced amplifier provides 650mW balanced output to drive demanding headphones
  • XMOS 16-core XU316 enables 768kHz/32bit PCM and DSD512 native decoding
  • Desktop mode via dual Type-C ports supplies 270mW single-ended power for stationary listening
  • FiiO Control app PEQ adjusts frequency response to match personal preference or headphone profiles

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the KA17 is decoding at 768kHz/32bit or DSD512 after connecting it?

Use the FiiO Control app to view the real-time sample rate and bit depth displayed during playback; the XMOS 16-core XU316 chipset handles 768kHz/32bit PCM and DSD512 natively.

Which cables and adapters are included with the KA17, and what must I purchase separately?

The package supplies the USB-C dongle with dual Type-C ports and both 3.5 mm single-ended and 4.4 mm balanced headphone jacks; no extra cables are included, so buy a USB-C to USB-A or Lightning adapter if your source lacks a Type-C socket.

Should I choose the desktop-powered mode or bus-powered mode for 650 mW balanced output?

Desktop mode via the dedicated Type-C power port delivers up to 650 mW+650 mW balanced and 270 mW+270 mW single-ended through the THX AAA 78+ amplifier; bus power alone provides lower output.

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