Can it run on batteries? The power supplies (usually switching supplies) are the weak point in these cheap DACs and sometimes more expensive DACs. Sadly I've seen switching supplies used in DACs costing over $2k. Understandable in a product that costs $200. But I'm still hoping switching to batteries or upgrading the power supply is possible
Battery is not needed. You can upgrade with ifi ipower x - which is still switching, but with active canceling system, effect is better even than linear ps and far better than batteries. And it's cheap. Quality of fiio sound can be in fact improved this way, as ps from box is indeed very cheap and bad. Modern good switching ps are technically batter than linear ones - with totally no any noise. They are dead quiet. Which can be checked on oscilloscope. So they are intentionally used also in very good, even best gear - to reduce size, weight and increase power.
Hey, a really nice, surprising device! R2R DAC units tend to be pricey. It's about time there was some option at lower cost for new audiophiles/music lovers to get into. Bonus for it being a really good unit, too! It's too bad that it's not available at present, as it could make a great Christmas gift for a newbie! I may pick up one for myself, too. 😉 Thanks for mentioning again, as I just subscribed to your other channel. Anyhow, cheers, and great listening! 😊 🎶🎶🎶
I was finally able to order one, and it should be here on the 12th. Took about a month for them to show up on Amazon again. I'm interested in how it performs on it's own and with HQPlayer. Going to put in my 2ch and see how it stacks up.
Looks like there's no Volume knob arrow. Does the volume dial itself end/or stop, or does it just keep turning similar to something like the Soundblasterx G6?
It’s a matter of taste. R2R dacs are more warm and analog sounding than delta sigma dacs. Delta Sigma dacs tend to be a tad more detailed, and perhaps analytical.
You said it's a "desktop" DAC. Does that mean it's not intended to be installed as part of a home stereo system? I've never owned a DAC, but it's cheaper than most sols at my local hifi/record store.
Their own specifications, on the website, say THD+N about 0.025%. For perspective that's about -66dB. That's less than 11 effective bits of precision. There are better R2R DACs out there, using integrated circuits, not artisanal ladders made from resistors. You get what you pay for.
@@mrgee918 я счастлив что есть наушники за 500 тысяч рублей, но они так же есть 35 ОМ, в то время как цапоусилитель fiio k11r2r заявлен как до 300 ом а Sennheiser HD660S2 выдают 320 ом, ок, да?
@ScarHend-mv5ut I can run my hd 660s2 very well on my ibasso dx320 and dx170 daps with no problems. If you want the best performance for 660s2, you should use a balanced cable to get maximum power.
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Can it run on batteries? The power supplies (usually switching supplies) are the weak point in these cheap DACs and sometimes more expensive DACs. Sadly I've seen switching supplies used in DACs costing over $2k. Understandable in a product that costs $200. But I'm still hoping switching to batteries or upgrading the power supply is possible
Battery is not needed. You can upgrade with ifi ipower x - which is still switching, but with active canceling system, effect is better even than linear ps and far better than batteries. And it's cheap. Quality of fiio sound can be in fact improved this way, as ps from box is indeed very cheap and bad.
Modern good switching ps are technically batter than linear ones - with totally no any noise. They are dead quiet. Which can be checked on oscilloscope. So they are intentionally used also in very good, even best gear - to reduce size, weight and increase power.
@@socksumi. ifi power X dude
God bless, Bruce! Prayers for your healing. Fun review. I have two of these DACs and love them!
Thanks for the support!
Remission ALL Cx patient here, keep the positivity my friend. Goes a long way for yourself and your family. Merry Christmas, you'll pull though.
Thanks so much!
Be strong! U got this🙏
Prayers for you Bruce. Thank you for the great review. This would be great as a secondary DAC, maybe for listening on my computer.
It’s a great value.
I've been praying for you Bruce. Enjoying this review. An R2R DAC at that price is quite a steal!
It's a great device.
Hope your treatment goes well Bruce! Rooting for you! Love from UK
Thanks
Subscribed. Wishing you well. Sorry to hear about the situation 😢
Great review! Simple and to the point... Not to technical which i appreciate! (And get well mister 🙏)
Glad you enjoyed it!
May the force be with you!
Thanks
Hey, a really nice, surprising device! R2R DAC units tend to be pricey. It's about time there was some option at lower cost for new audiophiles/music lovers to get into. Bonus for it being a really good unit, too! It's too bad that it's not available at present, as it could make a great Christmas gift for a newbie! I may pick up one for myself, too. 😉 Thanks for mentioning again, as I just subscribed to your other channel. Anyhow, cheers, and great listening! 😊 🎶🎶🎶
I hope you can get your hands on one soon!
This has a Coaxial In/Out. Can this be used for a Subwoofer when used a preamp? Thank you
yes, in USB mode
Thanks for the review Bruce. I love Fiio products, great sound. 🙏🙏🙏
Glad you enjoyed it.
I was finally able to order one, and it should be here on the 12th. Took about a month for them to show up on Amazon again. I'm interested in how it performs on it's own and with HQPlayer. Going to put in my 2ch and see how it stacks up.
I just ordered from Fiio direct for10€ less than Amazon, just missing my birthday ;-)
Looks like there's no Volume knob arrow. Does the volume dial itself end/or stop, or does it just keep turning similar to something like the Soundblasterx G6?
I love my K11 R2R!
SMSL Raw-MDA1 or FiiO r2r? I'm really having a hard time picking. Any advice?
Not familiar with the MDA1. I can wholeheartedly recommend the FiiO
soft amp vs hardware?...please advice
nice review!!, if I were to use RCA speakers, what would you recommend?
What would I need to add to this in a wireless streaming setup? Maybe something like the WiiM Mini via optical?
Wiim mini would be very good, of course wiim ultra even better.
Are you talking abone of those "wireless" setups with all the wires? 😂
@ well the only wireless element is the connection from my phone to the streaming device I guess.
And streamer connection with wifi.
Is it comparable to other entry level r2r dacs like denafrips ares ii (15th) or musician draco?
Hello, this will be an upgrade over my wiim ultra internal dac?
It’s a matter of taste. R2R dacs are more warm and analog sounding than delta sigma dacs. Delta Sigma dacs tend to be a tad more detailed, and perhaps analytical.
Nice equipment. Just miss a remote (I am lazy), Take care of yourself and good luck.
Thanks for the well wishes.
You said it's a "desktop" DAC. Does that mean it's not intended to be installed as part of a home stereo system? I've never owned a DAC, but it's cheaper than most sols at my local hifi/record store.
Of course it can be used that way. And it's not only cheaper but better than most.
He's calling it a desktop dac because it has a headphone amp
Be careful with that bronchitis, that shit did permanent damage to me.
Can the display lights be turned off?
Yeah you can set the brightness down to 0, for the RBG logo but not for the interface
Yes. Turned that top LED off. Would get hot. Nice and cool now. This DAC sounds great to me.
@@Kekdouble actually you can set a timer for the screen to go off after any adjustments, between 1 - 30 minutes. I have mine set at 1 min.
How does this compare to something like a Bifrost 2?
Honestly I have no idea, I have not heard one
Their own specifications, on the website, say THD+N about 0.025%. For perspective that's about -66dB. That's less than 11 effective bits of precision.
There are better R2R DACs out there, using integrated circuits, not artisanal ladders made from resistors. You get what you pay for.
Hi, could you please remove the text 'Amp' from the title? I was really confused because this is not an Amp. Thanks!
Its headphone amp with pretty decent output especially in balanced.
It’s a Dac and Headphone amplifier
You are technically correct. Should read DAC + "headphone" amp, to avoid confusion.
Привет, бродяга, раскачает ли этот цап наушники Sennheiser HD660S2 ?
If it can rock please hifiman planar he1000, then it will easily rock 660s2.
@@mrgee918 я счастлив что есть наушники за 500 тысяч рублей, но они так же есть 35 ОМ, в то время как цапоусилитель fiio k11r2r заявлен как до 300 ом а Sennheiser HD660S2 выдают 320 ом, ок, да?
@ScarHend-mv5ut I can run my hd 660s2 very well on my ibasso dx320 and dx170 daps with no problems. If you want the best performance for 660s2, you should use a balanced cable to get maximum power.
How do it compare to iBasso D16?