FiiO QX13 TG - DAC and Portable Hi-Fi Headphone Amplifier TITANIUM
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The FiiO QX13 is a high-performance portable audio player designed to deliver an uncompromising audio experience, ideal for lossless music enthusiasts on the go. With an output power of over 900 mW per channel, this device delivers desktop-level power even in the most demanding setups, supporting high-impedance headphones and earphones with ease and control.
The audio heart is based on the 8-channel ESS ES9027SPRO DAC, a professional-grade component that ensures extremely precise signal processing and a natural, detailed soundstage. The design integrates six high-precision operational amplifiers from Texas Instruments, which improve dynamics and reduce distortion across the entire frequency range, delivering rich, controlled, and musical reproduction.
The digital processing section is entrusted to the 16-core XMOS XU316 processor, capable of efficiently handling high-resolution audio streams and ensuring extensive compatibility with major formats without losing detail. The 1.99-inch color display offers a clear and intuitive interface for controlling settings, while the included protective leather case with magnetic closure ensures convenience and protection while traveling.
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Full Carbon Fiber Body
The FiiO QX13 features a genuine carbon fiber body composed of up to 21 overlapping layers, a solution that combines extraordinary lightness with high structural rigidity. This material, used in elite sectors such as aerospace and sports automotive, guarantees mechanical strength, thermal stability, and excellent shielding from electromagnetic interference. The surface finish is treated with ultra-clear UV varnish, which enhances the texture of the carbon fiber and improves grip, giving the QX13 an instantly recognizable premium look. To best protect the device, we recommend using the dedicated leather case, which helps prevent micro-scratches from contact with hard surfaces.
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Extra-large Color Display
The QX13 features a large color display protected by third-generation Corning glass, resistant to scratches and impacts: a rare feature in the DAC dongle segment. The new UI, developed on a 32-bit processor, offers customized, fluid interfaces optimized for both portrait and landscape viewing. The result: a clearer, more immediate, and more modern user experience, ideal for those who want to monitor audio format, volume, and operating settings in real time.
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Desktop-Grade DAC
The heart of the QX13 is the ESS SABRE PRO ES9027SPRO DAC, a chip designed for professional audio systems and high-end hi-fi solutions. Its fully differential architecture uses eight channels in parallel, achieving extremely precise conversion and near-zero noise.
The DAC is powered by two ES9312 ultra-low-noise regulators, ensuring stability, coherence, and effective reduction of clock jitter. This combination ensures accurate, natural and detailed sound reproduction, worthy of the best desktop devices.
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6 High-End Op-Amps
To ensure a balanced and powerful output, the FiiO QX13 employs six audiophile-grade operational amplifiers.
The main amplifier section is composed of four INA1620 wafer-level integrated amplifiers, designed to dramatically reduce crosstalk and maintain impeccable channel separation even under extreme conditions.
In support, two low-noise, low-distortion OPA1692 amplifiers ensure dynamics, control, and stability with any type of headphones or IEMs, maintaining the highest level of sound quality.
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Patented Desktop Mode
Balanced Performance and Optimized Power Consumption Thanks to its new internal configuration, optimized audio circuitry, and more efficient heat dissipation, the FiiO QX13 in desktop mode delivers power comparable to that of full-size headphone amplifiers while simultaneously reducing power consumption. It features a high-precision power meter that accurately assesses the power capabilities of different USB sources and intelligently adjusts the gain and output power of the headphone amplifier.
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Front-facing Type-C port for data transfer and power delivery
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Side-facing Type-C port for dedicated external power delivery
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Digital and analog separation with multilayer shielding
The QX13 uses separate digital and analog circuit boards, each with a shielding layer to ensure isolation and precise signal processing. This architecture reduces interference and distortion by effectively absorbing and dissipating heat, allowing the device to maintain high power output even during extended sessions.
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Professional-grade USB Audio Performance
Professional-grade USB Audio Performance The QX13 features the 16-core XMOS XU316 chip, ensuring high-performance audio with ultra-low latency and support for up to 768kHz/32-bit PCM and native DSD512. Dual femtosecond quartz oscillators ensure minimal phase noise and thermal stability, ensuring the proper handling of all audio formats for faithful and detailed sound reproduction. Additionally, the chip features a 10-band parametric equalizer (lossless PEQ), customizable via the FiiO Control Android app or online, to tailor the sound to your preferences.
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Audio architecture designed for the best
The QX13 integrates an audio architecture designed for high-end devices, condensing professional DACs and amplifiers into a compact dongle. Thanks to dual quartz oscillators and multiple analog processing stages including LPF amplification, BUF current boost, and parallel current expansion, the QX13 ensures high-precision signal conversion, delivering crystal-clear and dynamic sound quality comparable to that of the best professional DACs and headphone amplifiers.
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Complete ecosystem of accessories
The FiiO QX13 isn't just a portable DAC/amp: it comes with an ecosystem of accessories designed to deliver the best audio experience wherever you are.
Magnetic leather case: For iPhones, it ensures perfect alignment; for Android devices, a magnetic ring is included for a secure fit.
Compatibility with ESTICK mini power bank: Travel light without sacrificing powerful audio. By activating the charging function, the QX13 can be powered directly from the ESTICK, transforming your portable setup into a mini desktop audio system.
8-core decoder cable included: Made of 6 monocrystalline copper wires and 2 silver-plated monocrystalline copper wires, it ensures pure, high-fidelity sound, ideal for professional-grade audio reproduction.
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Package Contents
- QX13 x 1
- Leather Case x 1
- Type-C to Type-C Data Cable x 1
- Type-C Silicone Plug x 2 (pre-installed)
- Screen Protector x 1
- Magnetic Loop x 1
- Quick Start Guide x 1
