My FAVORITE Headphone DAC/AMP

Here we have it, my favorite DAC/AMP combo unit for headphones.

🔥GREAT gear combos I recommend🔥 Linked below 👇👇👇
///Tube stack

///True Wireless👇

///Planar Hybrid

///Master Control (max soundstage with tuning control)

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[brucalizer]

Ooh that little bit where the video was playing through your MacBook was COOL, love that

[Shahful]

Was looking forward to this review as I was looking for an All in One. K9 pro looks to be the move but the Chord Mojo 2 is coming out on the 31st. Will wait on the release and see how they compare.

[Nordraw]

This is one I have my eye on. I am using the FiiO K5 pro now and it really is great for that price. Nice review dude.

[scutumillu]

I got the Fiio k5 pro and i love it, i know it's absolutely in another league but i think it's worth the money. If i ever upgrade i will consider this!

[one-rvbx]

Got the ESS, love it. Has exceeded my expectations in the category that matters the most, the sound.

[fraustosound]

Mine is coming in tomorrow! Pairing it with some Audeze lcd-2's. Can't wait.

[ubacow]

I prefer AIO DACs instead of separates. Separates can be cool but if your going for a clean desk look an Aio DAC is the way to go cause it's just far less clutter.

[kkam]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the K9 Pro. Just wondering that would the specific difference be between this and the Topping E50 & L50 stack? You mentioned in your review video of that combo that all good amps have reached a high point that they are all more of less the same

[mikegoddard]

I got the Fiio Q5S AM3D which is the type C THX amp as a portable and it's phenomenal. Love it on the go and honestly I can say it performs better than most of my desktop stand alone units, I can not doubt this unit is outstanding XD

[camoturtle]

Even though it’s just through Bluetooth, I love how there is an eq with this amp, I wish more companies would do this. And streaming services like Tidal.

[spgp]

I'm happy so far with my K9 Pro ESS, haven't had it too long. I do think Topping E70/L70 is slightly better, but it's a stack and it gets tiring having to deal with several devices. So I think this Fiio is good for people who just want a single box solution.

[yangarzon]

I have ot since november, incredible value and sound get better and better. Not harsh clear, smooth and neutral like i like from AKM and that topology in this amp make the best of both world.

[CainAbaddon]

I just bought this Fiio today. Then came home to see this video. It was thanks to your original quick head’s up on another video that caught my attention, so I went to audition one and… wow! Totally blew me away with how good it is.

So thank you so much for the recommendation and now for this glowing review.

[MagierMax]

Damn audio equipment is getting value. Hearing you say you used to use a 10k+ amp and now prefer a 700$ one is pretty sweet!

[erichuang]

Quite enjoy watching your vid via my new Fiio K9 Pro DAC. It's really a good all-in-one DAC. Have good dynamic, imaging, smooth as well.

[electrobob]

K9proEss+Sundara2021 sounds Went to the shop to bench listen this k9 vs Ifi Zen Signature HFM. Took my Sundara with me. The Zen showed a soundstage waaaay too weird :vocals and base to the front and guitars very recessed to where they nearly dissapear...
However, from memory, the Ifi xCan on neutral settings showed an identical sound presence as the K9proEss and is portable and much cheaper.
K9+HFM Arya = identical sound but less mass+more comfort,
Edition XS= lower gain on vocals, less base
Grado Hemph= veiled, litle bass
Ibasso SR2= veiled

Sundara2021+xCan seems to be my endgame.

[ExiledVessel]

I actually ordered these the other day and they should arrive on monday! I have used the Fiio k5 pro for a while but wanted a multi use upgrade as I listen to vinyl as well. Personally all in one units are best as I don't have a designated listening room with proper acoustics I just live in a two bedroom apartment and have one bedroom set up for my computers/vinyl/storage.

I am happy to hear that you find them more neutral, I can't wait to play around with it.

[masterxyr]

stellar as usual and I love the new thermoviews!! why the fiio when the shanling em5 is same price with more power and is also a player?

[paulwillamson]

Hi, I enjoy your videos a lot, I was ready to buy the K9 for use with my Sundara, but Fiio have switched to using a pair of ESS DAC chips, It would be really cool if you could get hold of one of these to see if the change has affected the synergy you liked using it with the Sundara. In my opinion, the AKM 'Velvet' chips do sound very nice, and the ESS Sabre Chips I have, tend to be very clean, but with a little more treble glare. Anyhoo.. a comparison between the new version and the older one would be of great interest. Thanks

[jafizzle]

I bought this after this review. I had already been eyeing it and pining for it, and this was the push I needed. (yes I used the affiliate link ;D)
Though a bit annoyed that Apos created a shipping label for it 3 days ago but still hasn't actually put it in the mail.