FiiO KA17 USB DAC & Hi-Fi Decoder | Dual ES9069Q, PCM768, DSD512

Elevate your listening with a portable USB DAC

The FiiO KA17 is a compact, USB-C driven Hi-Fi audio adapter designed to connect seamlessly with Android phones, iOS devices, tablets, and computers. Built for enthusiasts who value clarity and depth, KA17 blends advanced decoding with practical portability to deliver a refined listening background wherever you are.

Two ES9069Q DAC chips sit at the heart of KA17, quietly reducing digital noise to produce a cleaner soundstage. The result is a dynamic, wide-frequency range experience and a lower noise floor that helps music breathe with more substance and texture.

When powered by USB, KA17 can switch between desktop-like performance and portable usage thanks to its dual Type-C interfaces. In desktop mode, you get substantial drive capabilities: single-end output up to 270mW+270mW and balanced output up to 650mW+650mW, which makes it capable of driving many demanding headphones without strain.

Sound shaping and personalization

KA17 includes a powerful PEQ feature accessible through the FIIO Control app. This lets you tailor the sound to your headphones’ quirks, smoothing peaks and dips in the response curve, and even simulating the tonal balance of well-known headphone models. It’s a practical way to adapt the sound to your taste or specific tracks without changing hardware.

The device architecture emphasizes a clean signal path and robust amplification. Its four-channel fully balanced THX AAA 78+ headphone amplifier design channels power efficiently through both single-ended and balanced outputs, delivering stronger drive and a more controlled dynamic range for a richer listening experience.

What you’ll experience with KA17

• Low-noise performance and a broad dynamic range, thanks to dual ES9069Q DACs and careful circuit design.
• High-resolution format support, including PCM up to 768kHz/32bit, DSD512, and full MQA decoding for compatible files.
• Flexible connectivity with dual Type-C ports, enabling desktop-style power while maintaining portability.
• Personal sound customization via FIIO Control, plus the ability to compare and emulate headphone response curves.

Whether you’re commuting with a phone, sitting at a laptop, or building a compact desktop audio setup, KA17 offers a blend of power, precision, and adjustability. It doesn’t promise miracles, but it provides tangible tools to explore your music with nuance and clarity.

Real-world use cases

• Enhance mobile listening on Android or iOS with a cleaner background and more present detail.
• Pair with a laptop for high-fidelity travel setups, where space and weight matter.
• Experiment with EQ curves to tame problematic headphones or emphasize preferred musical traits.
• Use desktop mode for steady, powered performance with demanding headphones that need a steady gain and clean power.