Headphone Preamps
Designed for audiophiles on the go, the FiiO KA15 Black is a portable DAC and headphone amplifier featuring a symmetrical design with dual CS43198 DACs. Compatible with PCM up to 32-bit/768 kHz and DSD256, it features 4.4 mm and 3.5 mm outputs, desktop mode, an LCD screen, a 10-band equaliser and a control app.
ARTICLE N° 124707
Presentation
The FiiO KA15 Black is a portable DAC amplifier featuring a balanced architecture combining two Cirrus Logic CS43198 DACs and dual SGM8262 amplification, supporting PCM up to 32-bit/768 kHz and DSD256.
The 4.4 mm balanced output and 3.5 mm unbalanced output allow you to connect a wide range of headphones and earphones. The 3.5 mm output can also be configured as an SPDIF output to drive an external DAC.
A Desktop mode increases the output power for high-impedance headphones. The LCD screen displays real-time operating information. Physical controls provide direct access to settings without needing to use an app.
The Android app and web interface provide access to seven DSP filters, a 10-band equaliser, as well as settings for gain, balance and sound rendering.
The 4.4 mm balanced output and 3.5 mm unbalanced output allow you to connect a wide range of headphones and earphones. The 3.5 mm output can also be configured as an SPDIF output to drive an external DAC.
A Desktop mode increases the output power for high-impedance headphones. The LCD screen displays real-time operating information. Physical controls provide direct access to settings without needing to use an app.
The Android app and web interface provide access to seven DSP filters, a 10-band equaliser, as well as settings for gain, balance and sound rendering.
Features
Headphone output
2
Weight
20 g
Frequency response, low limit
20 Hz
Frequency response, upper limit
50 kHz
Packaging
Single unit
Other features
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FiiO KA15 Black
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Portable DAC and headphone amplifier
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Dual DAC: 2 x Cirrus Logic CS43198
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Dual amplification: 2 x SGM8262
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Architecture: Balanced
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Supported audio resolution: PCM up to 32-bit / 768 kHz
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DSD compatibility: DSD256
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Display: LCD with band simulation
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Controls: Physical
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Control app: Android
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Control interface: Web
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DSP filters: 7
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Equaliser: 10-band
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Settings: Gain level, balance, sound profile customisation
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Mode: Desktop
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Processor: Low-power
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Power management: Real-time voltage analysis with adaptive adjustment
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Function: Timer with automatic deep sleep mode
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Balanced output power: 560 mW into 32 Ω
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Frequency response (balanced output): 20 Hz to 50 kHz (±0.1 dB)
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Signal-to-noise ratio (balanced output): 113 dB
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Distortion (balanced output): 0.0004%
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Unbalanced output power: 290 mW into 16 Ω
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Frequency response (unbalanced output): 20 Hz to 50 kHz (±0.1 dB)
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Signal-to-noise ratio (unbalanced output): 122 dB
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Distortion (unbalanced output): 0.00045%
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Input: USB-C
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Headphone output: Balanced 4.4 mm jack
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Headphone output: Unbalanced 3.5 mm mini-jack
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SPDIF output: Via the 3.5 mm mini-jack output
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Included accessory: USB-C to USB-C cable
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Dimensions: 52 x 11 x 25 mm
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Weight: 21 g
