Fiio KA11 review | Is this the best budget dongle DAC? (Upgrade to your Apple dongle DAC)

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  • @idonats
    @idonats 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Love that the quality of your vids gets better each upload

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much for the kind words. 🙂❤

  • @TechieFelixLP
    @TechieFelixLP 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I wish I could review this 😭
    GREAT VIDEO DUDE!

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you so much!!
      Hope you get a chance at reviewing this. 😄

  • @mokisan
    @mokisan 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great review mate! You need more sub's.
    Simple and effective review. Just ordered these for my simgot ea1000 😄

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much for your kind words!! I too hope the thing about sub's becomes true. 🙂
      Yes they go well with the ea1000

    • @mokisan
      @mokisan 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@hokagoteatimereviews no problem mate.
      Cheers!

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Your welcome 🙂

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Your welcome

  • @Jaawaudio
    @Jaawaudio 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Good vid, seems like a neat budget dongle!

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you for stopping by as usual! Yes they are very good for the budget.

  • @ProtikC
    @ProtikC 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice review!

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you very much for the kind words! 💙Means a lot to me. Also thanks for stopping by. 🙂

    • @ProtikC
      @ProtikC 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're most welcome! 💚😀 This DAC is really what I need and you covered it very well! I'm just curious I couldn't find offers under 25 USD. If you have any affiliation promo share with us please. We would be more than happy.

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hello, sorry for the late reply.
      yes it is! the deals generally include the sale period and making a new aliexpress account helps too 🙂
      Thanks for stopping by, i really appreciate it. 🙂❤️

    • @ProtikC
      @ProtikC 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@hokagoteatimereviews Hi, thanks. I'm already using it. Since this is my first ever DAC, I can't say much but I find it not supplying enough juice to my PR2, which seems really weird to me. Maybe it's just my over expectations. I found it works better with newer handsets and sound output varies with sources.
      Update: I found the issue is with the Android usb audio driver, using Hiby or FiiO app solves the issue with power and sounds more refined. It's a shame we still have no systemwide EQ app or default android driver that has direct USB access in exclusive mode.

  • @error4159
    @error4159 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great review. Can you tell me where you got the older version of the app?

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Hello, really appreicate you stopping by 🙂❤️
      Also sorry for the late reply
      As of now you dont need it, as using the latest app and upgrading to the latest firmware should yield same results

  • @vk9423
    @vk9423 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Could you plz tell about sharpness of notes of treble. (. 5:10)…

  • @b4g4b3l
    @b4g4b3l 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    did you use this since the review? does it still work ? people say DACs like this get corrupted

  • @prky009
    @prky009 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’m planning for truthear zero red . Confused between FIIO KA11 vs ifi go link ? What is your pick
    I’m using iPhone 15 plus and MacBook Air streaming Apple Music lossless/hires

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Hey thanks for the reply! really appreciate it ❤️
      As for the dongle dac, apple dongle is enough. But i would be lying if i didnt say that the ka11 for its price is really good. Specially as of this comment with a mew account in aliexpress you can get ir for $22 i guess.
      sorry i havent tried the go link, but from.few reviews i other i think that the KA11 is a better choice.
      Also sorry for the late reply, was busy with some stuff. Have posted a small update on my community tab.

  • @justino9042
    @justino9042 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Are all the settings the same for every device?

  • @hcho8164
    @hcho8164 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Can you estimate future predicted reliability? Already there are people saying theirs broke on headfi. But I am skeptical because they could be operating under the influence of money.

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hello, thanks for stopping by 🙂❤️ Appreciate it.
      as for the reliability thats hard to predict, bit seeing that a previous fiio product has been with me for 5 years and the cable of this is braided you shouldnt be having any issues. If you do get this i highly suggest getting those cable wrap protectors which you can twist and fix towards the usb c side and towards the dac side. It will help protect breaking of the cable. They are quite cheap too at $1 per packet.

  • @adithyaprasad6483
    @adithyaprasad6483 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Will this be a good option for kz castor bass edition?

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes a great budget option for it and most iems.

  • @mygoldkenns5623
    @mygoldkenns5623 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    sadly FiiO Control App doesnt support ka11 lightning version.
    it gets heat up quite quickly.
    how about usbc version?

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hello, really appreicate you stopping by 🙂❤️
      Also sorry for the late reply
      Yes it does get heated a bit, but i havent found any issue regarding it as that's just the nature of it. Its pushing a lot of power for a small dongle dac, so its bound to happen

  • @piedpipr
    @piedpipr 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you kindly tell more about KA11 synergizing with KZ PR2 V2? I found it lacking the ability to drive PR2. What's the catch! I can't find! I used the older app to keep the volume of the DAC full but somehow it's not up to the mark. What's your experience?

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hello, sorry for the late reply.
      i havent tested the pr2, so cant really speak about it. Also if you mean the volume, then please flash the latest firmware of the ka11 and max out the dongle's volume via the app.
      Also use the latest version of fiio app
      Thanks for stopping by, i really appreciate it. 🙂❤️

  • @soulja617
    @soulja617 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Can u get it in 2.5mm balanced termination

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Hello, thanks for stopping by. 🙂
      But sadly no, although i guess you dont need balanced as this has plenty of power to run most iems and some headphones too.

    • @BrandonAdams1010
      @BrandonAdams1010 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Why would you want this? Genuinely curious.

    • @soulja617
      @soulja617 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@BrandonAdams1010 I have ZMF Atrium headphones with rose gold grille and my cable is in 2.5mm balanced termination so yea..

  • @Siapasokongpenyamun
    @Siapasokongpenyamun 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    For watching k-drama or anime, will it sound better than cheap dac? Or is it depends on the sound quality of the video itself?

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hey! thanks for stopping by. Really appreciate it 🙂❤️
      As for anime as someone who watches a fair bit of anime. I suggest buying the best iem your pocket can allow. The better the iem the better the experience.
      Next would be having a nice source preferably original blu ray etc.
      and finally will be the dac. Not all iems need dacs, but many iems do benefit from extra power. Also the headphone jack of your PC or your laptop etc. can be not so good that time a dac helps.
      So my suggestion will be to get the best iem you can afford as of now. And try to buy something which has. better soundstage and imaging.
      Sorry for the long answer 😅 Hope i helped you. A subscribe is appreciated🙂

    • @Siapasokongpenyamun
      @Siapasokongpenyamun 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@hokagoteatimereviews Thanks for your answer sir. I got 2 set of iems which is epz q1 pro and trn conch. Meanwhile my dac dongle is jcally jm6 pro and ve odo. Btw I can spend hours watching drama on youtube. And i really interested on buying this dongle. Is it worth it if I buy this?

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hey, the trn conch is a solid iem. I too watch a lot of anime and a quite a bit of TH-cam. So i am in the same boat as you.
      my suggestion would be to sell the q1 pro and conch and save some money and buy an iem. Or save some money and buy a new iem (if you dont want to sell the q1 pro and conch). Something in the $100 range if possible 🙂
      you dont need this dongle dac to elevate the experience, you are better off spending your money on a much better iem 🙂

    • @Siapasokongpenyamun
      @Siapasokongpenyamun 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@hokagoteatimereviews I appreciate your suggestion sir.

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank You!
      If possible a sub from you is appreciated 🙂🙏

  • @emmanuelsy1382
    @emmanuelsy1382 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How about the soundstage, compare to moondrop dawn pro

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hello thanks for stopping by. 🙂
      Sorry dont have the dawn pro, so cant speak about it. But in a vaccum thr soundstage is quite good for its price.

    • @BrianLimoa
      @BrianLimoa 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@hokagoteatimereviewsbetter use fiio ka17

  • @Onurikotso
    @Onurikotso 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How does it compare to the "HEADPHONE ZONE X DDHIFI" dongle dac?

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hello, sorry i havent use that dongle dac.
      But regardless this is a great option for the price, specially after the new Firmware update 🙂

  • @rubencalis5790
    @rubencalis5790 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How do you turn on the high Res mode ? I can't finf it

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hello! Thanks for stopping by! Really appreciate it 🙂❤️
      By the way there is no hi-res mode, but rather depending on the file it will output that. Say if your file is hi-res that is 24khz then it will automatically output that. 🙂
      Hope i have helped you

  • @sashankkishore4195
    @sashankkishore4195 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello, have you tried it with samsung galaxy phones. Thank you

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes! I tried it with a S23 ultra, it worked.
      Most USB - C smartphones will work 🙂 No worries there.

    • @sashankkishore4195
      @sashankkishore4195 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@hokagoteatimereviews thank you.

  • @fuzail3379
    @fuzail3379 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just for sound how is it compare to Moondrop Dawn Pro

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hello, really appreicate you stopping by 🙂❤️
      Also sorry for the late reply
      But sorry, i havent tested the dawn pro

    • @fuzail3379
      @fuzail3379 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@hokagoteatimereviews ok got it

  • @abhishekpattnaik8577
    @abhishekpattnaik8577 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great review…but where can i buy it in india other than ali express

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      hey! thanks for stopping by 🙂❤️
      I suggest check it out here - fiio.com/newsinfo/522308.html
      I guess they are fiio's official retailer in India. Alternatively you can drop an email to support@fiio.com and ask them for a list of ways to buy in India 🙂
      Hope i have helped.

    • @abhishekpattnaik8577
      @abhishekpattnaik8577 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@hokagoteatimereviews thank you 😄

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Your welcome!

  • @princeajaz9167
    @princeajaz9167 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have same max volume issue with apple dongle. Can you pin that video in which you have discussed it

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I am sorry that you have the issue. But may i ask when are you having that issue? is it for specific app or system wide and everywhere?

    • @princeajaz9167
      @princeajaz9167 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@hokagoteatimereviews while playing music via apple music

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I am sorry i cannot help you much, as i dont use apple music at all. But maybe there is a loudness normalisation setting which is causing the issue.

  • @ehrzone3636
    @ehrzone3636 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Which version of fiio app is volume control? Please share

    • @hokagoteatimereviews
      @hokagoteatimereviews  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hello, you dont need the old app now. Just update the ka11 and use the latest version of the app. Its all fixed now. 🙂

    • @PLST-
      @PLST- 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      hi my friend, i have the latest version of the app and cant find the force volume sync. Also tried with the 3.18 and cant find it i only have the filter mode and the little volume of the dongle (0-50)

    • @PLST-
      @PLST- 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      on which app i can fix the problem because i hear only on the left side and not the right side with the KA11