FiiO - KA3 (Unboxed)
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Chi-Fi
Excellence
Ideal for Audiophiles
Best Suited for Portable Use
Ideal for Commuting
4.4mm
Balanced Output
DAC Chip
You may not even realise it, but most of us use a digital-to-analogue converter (commonly known as a DAC) daily. Built into your computers, tablets and smartphones, a DAC is fundamental to unlocking the convenience of digital music. Any device that acts as a digital sound source will need a DAC to convert digital audio to analog. A DAC converts the digital information stored in “0s and 1s” into an analog signal that's passed to speakers or headphones and ultimately our ear. In short, DACs play a large part in making digital music hearable.
While this technical process is undoubtedly impressive, the DAC embedded into your smartphones or laptops is nowhere good enough to listen to your favourite music recordings in high quality. So, if you want to listen to music in high quality, an external DAC is essential to allow headphones or speakers to perform at their potential. An external DAC, first and foremost, will improve audio quality dramatically.
Pair with Laptop via USB
A majority of people use a laptop as the primary source device to listen to music or watch movies. Since the laptop is an essential part of the audio chain there are headphones and devices designed to work a laptop or computer system flawlessly. With the availability of USB connectivity, it becomes easier to pair various devices like an Amp, DAC or even headphones without worrying about drivers or any additional piece of software.
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DESCRIPTION
FLAGSHIP-GRADE ES9038Q2M DAC CHIP OFFERING PCM AND DSD SUPPORT
FiiO has designed the KA3 USB DAC/AMP in collaboration with their sub-brand Jade
Audio. In terms of the processing audio signals, the tiny body of the KA3 features an independent
high-performance flagship ES9038Q2M DAC chip, which supports a sampling rate of up to 32bit/768kHz and
DSD512 decoding natively. The ESS Sabre DAC chip delivers unmatched sound decoding with ultra-low distortion
and high SNR ratings bringing high-resolution support to your pocket.
AMPLE POWER WITH DUAL HIFI OP-AMPS AND DUAL HEADPHONE OUTPUT PORTS
FiiO KA3 features two independent HiFi op-amps for the final analogue amplification circuit that helps it produce powerful output thrust. FiiO has featured both single-ended as well as balanced headphone output ports on the KA3. This compact device houses a 3.5mm single-ended as well as a 4.4mm balanced connection port. The 4.4mm output port provides up to 240mW of power at 32Ω load while the single-ended port delivers up to 130mW of power. This is more than enough to power earphones and over-ear headphones with ease.
TUNED TO DELIVER A NATURAL SOUND WITH RGB INDICATOR LIGHTS FOR PLAYBACK
FiiO has tuned the KA3 for a smooth and natural sound. It provides an immersive experience for the users with a detailed and immersive sound field. FiiO KA3 delivers ample power to the connected earphones to bring the best out of them. The FiiO KA3 has also been equipped with RGB indicator lights and these cool and visible RGB indicator lights are not only attractive but also can indicate the sampling rate of the currently playing song, helping to tell audio formats conveniently.
FULLY VERSATILE DEVICE WITH MULTI-PLATFORM SUPPORT FOR CONNECTIVITY
The FiiO KA3 offers unmatched versatility in a small form factor and can be paired with smartphones and desktop systems. The FiiO KA3 is compatible with multiple operating systems with straight out-of-the-box support for Windows, Android, iOS, and Mac OS systems providing you with high-resolution audio capabilities anywhere you want. All you need to do is connect the FiiO KA3 to your smartphone, tablet, or even desktop PC/laptop and open the doors to the hi-res audio realm.
ELEGANT AND DURABLE ALL-METAL BUILT WITH SUPPORT FOR FIIO CONTROL APP
FiiO KA3 is a well-built ultra-portable USB DAC/Amp. It has an elegant look with an all-metal chassis. The materials utilised to build the KA3 are of high quality and offer a premium feel to the device. In addition, the KA3 can be controlled by the FiiO Control app where you can enable more functions, such as 7 filters, low and high gains and channel balance. You don't need to install any software or application to use the KA3, though using it with the FiiO Music application or FiiO Control application you can access multiple settings on the KA3.
SPECS
| MODEL | KA3 |
| COLOR | Black |
| FIIO CONTROL | DAC: ES9038Q2M |
| COLOR | Yes |
| WEIGHT | 17.5g |
| SIZE | 56.3mm x 20.2mm x 12mm |
| USB PORT | Type-C USB |
| EARPHONE PORT | 3.5mm |
| BALANCED OUTPUT PORT | 4.4mm |
| DSD | DSD64/128/256/512 |
| FIRMWARE UPGRADE | System firmware and Bluetooth version can be upgraded via USB |
| SAMPLING RATE INDICATION | Blue ≤48kHz Yellow ＞48kHz Green ＝DSD |
| CHANNEL BALANCE | PO: <0.004dB(32Ω/THD+N<1%) BAL: <0.046dB(32Ω/THD+N<1%) |
| RECOMMENDED HEADPHONE IMPEDANCE | 16~300Ω(PO) 16~300Ω(BAL) |
| MAX SUPPORTED SAMPLING RATE | 768KHz/32bit |
| OUTPUT POWER | 120mW (16Ω,THD+N<1%) 130mW (32Ω,THD+N<1%) 14mW (300Ω,THD+N<1%) 7mW (600Ω,THD+N<1%) |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20Hz to 20KHz, amplitude of variation 0.2dB 20Hz to 50KHz, amplitude of variation -1dB. |
| NOISE FLOOR | ＜1.7uV（dbA） |
| OUTPUT LEVEL | 2V(32Ω/THD+N<1%) |
| CROSSTALK | ≥ 76dB(1Khz, 32Ω load) ≥ 118dB(1Khz, no-load) |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | <0.5Ω (load 32Ω) |
| SNR | ≥ 122dB(32Ω A) |
| THD+N | <0.0008% |
| OUTPUT POWER | 120mW (16Ω,THD+N<1%) 240mW (32Ω,THD+N<1%) 56mW (300Ω,THD+N<1%) 28mW (600Ω,THD+N<1%) |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20Hz to 20KHz, amplitude of variation 0.2dB 20Hz to 50KHz, amplitude of variation -1dB. |
| NOISE FLOOR | ＜2.9uV（dbA） |
| OUTPUT LEVEL | 2.7V(32Ω/THD+N<1%) |
| CROSSTALK | ≥ 106dB(1Khz, 32Ω) ≥ 115dB(1Khz, no-load) |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | <0.7 Ω (32Ω) |
| SNR | ≥ 119dB(32Ω dbA) |
| THD+N | <0.0010% |
| WHAT YOU WILL GET | 1. FiiO KA3 |
| 2. USB Type-C to Type-C Cable | |
| 3. USB-A Adapter | |
| 4. Quick Start Guide | |
| WHAT YOU WILL NOT GET | 1. Original Packaging of FiiO KA3 |
OTHER DETAILS
| GENERIC NAME | Headphone Amplifier |
| COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | China |
| IMPORTER DETAILS | Importers Name: Ferrari Video Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020 Contact No: 044-24420733 |
| NET QUANTITY | 1 |
Headphone Zone Certified Unboxed Units
Unboxed units are as good as new products with the product's packaging being unavailable. These products give you the same satisfaction of new products - but at down-to-earth prices. Usually, the product's packaging may have gotten damaged in transit. Customers use a product once or twice and then return it with opened up packaging.
Customer Returns
Returned headphones are fully functional products that have left the warehouse and therefore can no longer be sold as new as their packaging has been opened. The product may have been used once or twice by the customer who returned it.
Transit Damages
Sometimes we receive headphones in damaged packaging due to shipping accidents. These are brand new headphones with cosmetic flaws on the packaging.
Save Upto 15%
Since you won't get the original packaging, we give you a good discount compared to a new headphone.
Professionally Inspected
A thorough inspection means you receive a 100% working headphone with no sound output issues.
Original Warranty
All unboxed headphones carry the same warranty period as a brand new headphone would.
Unbiased Customer Service
We have the same Headphone Zone customer support experience for Unboxed Products or new products.
Unchanged Replacement Policy
Received a defective Unboxed unit? Return it under our Replacement Policy.
All Original Accessories
The unboxed headphones itself comes with all original accessories.
FLAGSHIP-GRADE ES9038Q2M DAC CHIP OFFERING PCM AND DSD SUPPORT
FiiO has designed the KA3 USB DAC/AMP in collaboration with their sub-brand Jade
Audio. In terms of the processing audio signals, the tiny body of the KA3 features an independent
high-performance flagship ES9038Q2M DAC chip, which supports a sampling rate of up to 32bit/768kHz and
DSD512 decoding natively. The ESS Sabre DAC chip delivers unmatched sound decoding with ultra-low distortion
and high SNR ratings bringing high-resolution support to your pocket.
AMPLE POWER WITH DUAL HIFI OP-AMPS AND DUAL HEADPHONE OUTPUT PORTS
FiiO KA3 features two independent HiFi op-amps for the final analogue amplification circuit that helps it produce powerful output thrust. FiiO has featured both single-ended as well as balanced headphone output ports on the KA3. This compact device houses a 3.5mm single-ended as well as a 4.4mm balanced connection port. The 4.4mm output port provides up to 240mW of power at 32Ω load while the single-ended port delivers up to 130mW of power. This is more than enough to power earphones and over-ear headphones with ease.
TUNED TO DELIVER A NATURAL SOUND WITH RGB INDICATOR LIGHTS FOR PLAYBACK
FiiO has tuned the KA3 for a smooth and natural sound. It provides an immersive experience for the users with a detailed and immersive sound field. FiiO KA3 delivers ample power to the connected earphones to bring the best out of them. The FiiO KA3 has also been equipped with RGB indicator lights and these cool and visible RGB indicator lights are not only attractive but also can indicate the sampling rate of the currently playing song, helping to tell audio formats conveniently.
FULLY VERSATILE DEVICE WITH MULTI-PLATFORM SUPPORT FOR CONNECTIVITY
The FiiO KA3 offers unmatched versatility in a small form factor and can be paired with smartphones and desktop systems. The FiiO KA3 is compatible with multiple operating systems with straight out-of-the-box support for Windows, Android, iOS, and Mac OS systems providing you with high-resolution audio capabilities anywhere you want. All you need to do is connect the FiiO KA3 to your smartphone, tablet, or even desktop PC/laptop and open the doors to the hi-res audio realm.
ELEGANT AND DURABLE ALL-METAL BUILT WITH SUPPORT FOR FIIO CONTROL APP
FiiO KA3 is a well-built ultra-portable USB DAC/Amp. It has an elegant look with an all-metal chassis. The materials utilised to build the KA3 are of high quality and offer a premium feel to the device. In addition, the KA3 can be controlled by the FiiO Control app where you can enable more functions, such as 7 filters, low and high gains and channel balance. You don't need to install any software or application to use the KA3, though using it with the FiiO Music application or FiiO Control application you can access multiple settings on the KA3.
| MODEL | KA3 |
| COLOR | Black |
| FIIO CONTROL | DAC: ES9038Q2M |
| COLOR | Yes |
| WEIGHT | 17.5g |
| SIZE | 56.3mm x 20.2mm x 12mm |
| USB PORT | Type-C USB |
| EARPHONE PORT | 3.5mm |
| BALANCED OUTPUT PORT | 4.4mm |
| DSD | DSD64/128/256/512 |
| FIRMWARE UPGRADE | System firmware and Bluetooth version can be upgraded via USB |
| SAMPLING RATE INDICATION | Blue ≤48kHz Yellow ＞48kHz Green ＝DSD |
| CHANNEL BALANCE | PO: <0.004dB(32Ω/THD+N<1%) BAL: <0.046dB(32Ω/THD+N<1%) |
| RECOMMENDED HEADPHONE IMPEDANCE | 16~300Ω(PO) 16~300Ω(BAL) |
| MAX SUPPORTED SAMPLING RATE | 768KHz/32bit |
| OUTPUT POWER | 120mW (16Ω,THD+N<1%) 130mW (32Ω,THD+N<1%) 14mW (300Ω,THD+N<1%) 7mW (600Ω,THD+N<1%) |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20Hz to 20KHz, amplitude of variation 0.2dB 20Hz to 50KHz, amplitude of variation -1dB. |
| NOISE FLOOR | ＜1.7uV（dbA） |
| OUTPUT LEVEL | 2V(32Ω/THD+N<1%) |
| CROSSTALK | ≥ 76dB(1Khz, 32Ω load) ≥ 118dB(1Khz, no-load) |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | <0.5Ω (load 32Ω) |
| SNR | ≥ 122dB(32Ω A) |
| THD+N | <0.0008% |
| OUTPUT POWER | 120mW (16Ω,THD+N<1%) 240mW (32Ω,THD+N<1%) 56mW (300Ω,THD+N<1%) 28mW (600Ω,THD+N<1%) |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20Hz to 20KHz, amplitude of variation 0.2dB 20Hz to 50KHz, amplitude of variation -1dB. |
| NOISE FLOOR | ＜2.9uV（dbA） |
| OUTPUT LEVEL | 2.7V(32Ω/THD+N<1%) |
| CROSSTALK | ≥ 106dB(1Khz, 32Ω) ≥ 115dB(1Khz, no-load) |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | <0.7 Ω (32Ω) |
| SNR | ≥ 119dB(32Ω dbA) |
| THD+N | <0.0010% |
| WHAT YOU WILL GET | 1. FiiO KA3 |
| 2. USB Type-C to Type-C Cable | |
| 3. USB-A Adapter | |
| 4. Quick Start Guide | |
| WHAT YOU WILL NOT GET | 1. Original Packaging of FiiO KA3 |
OTHER DETAILS
| GENERIC NAME | Headphone Amplifier |
| COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | China |
| IMPORTER DETAILS | Importers Name: Ferrari Video Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020 Contact No: 044-24420733 |
| NET QUANTITY | 1 |
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FiiO - KA3 (Unboxed) comes with a 1 Year warranty
from FiiO that covers manufacturing defects.
All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.
Read more about FiiO's warranty in India.
PA Recommended
Prime Audio
Nov, 2021
"For the price, the KA3 seems like a no-brainer for those looking for a simple DAC dongle for their smartphones or laptops. The crisp and meaty midrange is definitely its biggest standout."
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"A dongle with fantastic technicalities, an analytical sound but with a lot of power , cleanliness, softness, soundstage, separation, detail and much more."
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"It handles sensitive IEMs with finesse, so you don’t need to worry about having enough power or dealing with background noise. Wrap that up in a handsome, rugged body and FiiO has got a winner."
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