The compact FiiO E10K device is a USB digital-to-analog converter with a built-in headphone amplifier. The device is housed in a black anodized aluminum case with textured walls, making it look great on any desktop. In addition, this case is resistant to mechanical stress and provides reliable protection for the sensitive electronic components. It can be confidently taken on trips as part of your luggage.
The front panel of the FiiO E10K features a large volume knob with labeled numbers, a headphone jack, and a bass boost switch. The bass boost feature enhances the emotional impact of the sound for certain headphone models. The digital-to-analog converter is based on the Texas Instruments PCM5102 chip, which can handle a digital stream with 24-bit/96kHz parameters. The manufacturer claims that this model utilizes an optimized filter, reducing background noise levels and improving detail reproduction. There is virtually no noise during pauses between tracks, and the new filter design does not introduce any phase distortion to the signal.
The FiiO E10K is equipped with digital coaxial and line outputs, allowing it to be used in a stationary audio system. It connects to a PC via a micro-USB port, which also supplies power to the converter. The headphone amplifier circuit in the FiiO E10K is based on the LMH6643 chip, which has excellent dynamic characteristics. The recommended headphone impedance for use with the FiiO E10K is between 16 and 150 ohms. This converter provides noticeably better sound quality compared to built-in computer sound cards. Additionally, it delivers reliable performance with headphones of both low and high impedance, indicating well-designed output stages and power supply arrangement.
Features:
- Texas Instruments PCM5102 converter
- Durable aluminum case
- Coaxial and line outputs
