FiiO K19 Desktop DAC/Headphone Amplifier

[VSG]

FiiO updates its desktop DAC/amplifier line with the new flagship K19. This is an all-in-one device that builds upon the K9 Pro ESS with a new form factor, integrated screen, HDMI input/output/ARC support, new ES9039PRO DACs, an 8-channel THX amplifier design, a dedicated DSP engine for 31-band PEQ with onboard EQ profiles, and much, much more to help justify the asking price.

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[Cheeseball]

Yeah, this DAC/Amp is really aimed at an audiophile who is also a power user/core enthusiast. The fact that this has e-ARC capability through the HDMI ports is a big plus, with ASIO support being the icing on the cake.

Too bad about the $1,300 price though, but hey FiiO knows who this is aimed at. It's better than using an AV receiver with a PC, which has its own quirks, particularly with compatibility and possible issues with latency.

 

[Samus-AR]

Why limit yourself to ARC when eARC is more current, contrary to what many people believe that eARC is not only available on HDMI 2.1, but HDMI 2.0 as well.

 

[Double-Click]

Yeah, this DAC/Amp is really aimed at an audiophile who is also a power user/core enthusiast. The fact that this has e-ARC capability through the HDMI ports is a big plus, with ASIO support being the icing on the cake.

Too bad about the $1,300 price though, but hey FiiO knows who this is aimed at. It's better than using an AV receiver with a PC, which has its own quirks, particularly with compatibility and possible issues with latency.

Yeah that pretty much sums it up right there.
I'm OK with suspending up to $500 or so, that's it.

 

[bug]

I mean, they used large legs and everything, but having this in an upright position still seems like a self-inflicted wound. Especially since, because of the large legs, you're barely saving any desk space.

 

[Dr_b_]

Would be concerned installing chinese software and drivers to use as a computer DAC