PRESENTING AN INNOVATIVE DESKTOP-GRADE DIGITAL AUDIO PLAYER FROM FIIO - THE R7

FiiO has been the pioneer; when it comes to bringing a unique concept to the audio world. FiiO has always surprised critics and audiophiles all around the globe by producing and developing futuristic products and incorporating innovative technology into them. One such product that had taken the industry by storm was the Desktop-grade Digital Audio Player - the magnanimous M17. Building on the legacy, FiiO wanted to bring something out of this world for discerning music lovers. This philosophy and years of research & development led to the rise of an all-new Desktop-grade Digital Audio Player - the mighty R7. The FiiO R7 is a feature-rich Digital Audio Player with streaming capabilities and much more. It combines transmitter, decoder, amp, preamp, and media playback functions into one unit. Besides numerous connections, expansion capabilities and a wide variety of operating modes, it can stream media on a gorgeous portrait screen for an extraordinary user experience. It is a Hi-Res certified device capable of producing true-to-life sonic reproduction. The R7 brings you an attractive-looking, easy-to-use and great-sounding desktop HiFi experience!

FEATURES DAC CHIP FROM ESS SABRE FOR AN EXHILARATING SONIC PERFORMANCE WITH 8X MQA SUPPORT

For the brand-new R7 FiiO has incorporated an ESS Sabre ES9068AS DAC chip in its circuitry. It is a Hi-Res DAC chip capable of decoding up to 384kHz/32bit PCM (Pulse Code Modulation), Native DSD256 (Direct Stream Digital), and 8X MQA decoding (Master Quality Authenticated). The ESS ES9068AS decoder chipset and the 4th-gen FPGA featuring phase-locked loop clock technology and a pair of femtosecond crystal oscillators, promise precise and low-jitter clock signals. Audiophile parts such as Panasonic PPS film caps, which provide improved dependability and superior sound qualities, are used in decoding circuitries. The FiiO R7 connects to everything and plays from any source, making it a brilliant all-in-one solution for Hi-Res music. Get ready to give a new definition to Hi-Res audio with the brand-new R7!

OPTIMISED AUDIO CIRCUIT DESIGN FUSED WITH THX AMPLIFICATION TECHNOLOGY & 5 LEVEL GAIN CONTROL

FiiO has developed an optimised audio circuit design for the R7. Following the decoding stage, the signal is fed to discreet opamps under a fully balanced configuration, passing through an I/V stage, low-pass filters, and a gain stage. Then, onto the dual THX AAA 788+ (THX - Tomlinson Holman’s eXperiment/AAA (Achromatic Audio Amplifier) module that does the final bit of amplification to power your headphones. The FiiO R7 can output more than 3W to headphones rated at 32Ω in impedance, making it among the most potent all-in-one streaming device. To cater to different gears, you can switch between 5 levels of gain which allows matching with sensitive IEMs or large over-ear headphones that demand ample power. At the highest gain level with 32Ω load, the R7 can output as much as 3650mW in each channel on Balanced output.

EXPERIENCE HI-RES AUDIO WIRELESSLY WITH BLUETOOTH 5.0 AND DUAL-BAND WIFI SUPPORT

The FiiO R7 is unique in that it's easy to use and offers numerous ways to listen to music. You can easily switch between headphones and speakers or any other output mode when listening to music on streaming apps. Conveniently listen to songs stored locally on the R7 - thanks to its built-in storage and micro-SD card support - or receive Bluetooth audio from your phone - with support for high-resolution Bluetooth audio formats. With the R7, you can listen to it any way you want. It features Bluetooth 5.0; supports reception of LDAC, AAC, & SBC; supports transmission of LHDC, LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, AAC, & SBC. The FiiO R7 also supports dual-band WiFi 5G + 2.4G for faster and more stable connections. It is Roon Ready with Android 10 built-in, supporting various streaming applications like Tidal and Spotify. With a 5G WiFi connection or the even more stable LAN port connection of higher bandwidth, you can stream high-resolution music stably and with an expandable option to connect to an external monitor, doubling the R7 as a Karaoke machine or a movie streamer. The FiiO R7 also supports streaming over LDAC on Bluetooth connection, and with Apple products, FiiO suggests using Airplay receiver mode for the best sound quality.

MULTIPLE OPERATING MODES FOR AN ELITE-LEVEL SONIC EXPERIENCE

The FiiO R7 has multiple operating modes to give you the best possible sonic experience. Android Mode allows you to enjoy third-party apps and streaming services. The Pure Music Mode gives you an even more immersive listening experience. The FiiO R7 can also act as a dedicated USB DAC with USB DAC Mode. You can improve the sound quality of your source by connecting them to R7 as a decoder. It also has wireless playback with Bluetooth Receiver Mode that supports LDAC, AAC, and SBC codecs. For iOS devices, it features AirPlay Receiver Mode allowing you to connect iPhone/iPad wirelessly, giving them a boost in sound quality. It also has a Roon Ready Mode making the R7 Roon Ready Certified, giving you an ergonomic player in seconds. The Coaxial/Optical Decoding Mode allows you to receive optical/coaxial signals turning the R7 into a high-performing decoder.

ENJOY A LAG-FREE EXPERIENCE WITH ANDROID 10 OS AND A PORTRAIT-ORIENTED 5-INCH SCREEN

FiiO has incorporated a 5-inch (720 * 1280) full-fit screen into the R7. It is a touch-intuitive screen allowing you to control the R7 seamlessly. The FiiO R7 features Android 10 Open OS, allowing you to experience music streaming and other third-party apps like never before. With the Open Android 10 OS, you can have access to Google Play Store, which enables numerous app downloads. The FiiO R7 has Qualcomm's 660 processor, which makes the operability of the R7 smooth and responsive. Take your operating experience to whole new levels with the spectacular R7!

FEATURE SETS THAT MAKE YOU ASK FOR NOTHING MORE

One of those products that make perfect sense the moment you use it is FiiO's R7. It has so many features that set it apart from the majority of other products in its category and offer an astounding amount of versatility. You have full access to the Google Play Store, and the 5-inch screen is excellent for exploring the stock Android experience. The Fiio R7 is a fantastic network streamer because of the company's proprietary adaptations, which include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, Roon integration, a MicroSD card slot, and USB-C compatibility. The FiiO R7 can offer a clear sound free of distortion because of the excellent built-in DAC & Amp. The FiiO R7 is a simple solution for your demanding needs. It is capable of many tasks, including a transmitter, streaming media player, decoder, amplifier, and preamp. It effectively consolidates into a compact package what used to require many different devices to do. The FiiO R7 is a device that can now meet your demanding listening needs. It is also highly scalable and can be easily connected to many other external devices inviting you to explore the limits of the R7's "truly" mind-boggling functionality. The FiiO R7 can also act as your control hub for accessing your music when connected to a NAS and playing music through DLNA. It is Roon Ready certified, allowing you to access music from a ROON CORE source such as a NAS or a computer. And if that is not enough, the R7 itself can act as a network music server thanks to being compatible with the DLNA transmission protocols. Through DLNA, on another device, you can access the music on the R7's internal storage, micro-SD cards, and even tracks on a connected external portable drive.

DUAL POWER SUPPLY DESIGN FOR CLEAN AND SILENT BACKGROUND

Electricity is the root of great sound, and the engineers at FiiO have incorporated DC/AC dual power supply design for you to get the ultimate experience. Inside the R7 is a 30W switching power supply. The AC input circuit employs filtering and purification with a large-capacity choke and dedicated high-voltage capacitors. The DC input circuit is of a ±12V high-voltage power supply design. Both power circuits contribute to the robustness of the power supply system to better give that dynamic sound to your music. The FiiO R7 can also be used with external DC power supplies, such as the FiiO PL50 linear power supply or other power supplies giving your sound an even purer, blacker background making the musical details pop.

AN ICONIC FUTURISTIC DESIGN FUSED WITH BLUETOOTH REMOTE CONTROL

The FiiO R7 has an elegant futuristic design that fits perfectly as your Desktop system and stands apart in its own right. A team of engineers at FiiO went through designing multiple prototypes to truly & fully explore the advantages and disadvantages. After much real-world testing and lessons learned, FiiO boldly decided that the R7 would adopt a portrait-oriented display and fit within an elegant and compact package. The gorgeous portrait display also helps to save space with the suave, square R7 on your desk; your desktop HiFi setup comes to life. Thanks to the included protective covers, you don't have to compromise on maintaining good looks on your great-sounding unit. The side honeycomb vents serve as both heat dissipators and as a futuristic touch; A recessed rear panel means more elegant wire connections and less clutter. The seamless WiFi/Bluetooth antenna packs many capabilities in a simple square inch. The customizable RGB lights give your desktop setup some extra personality. Want to listen to your music without having to get up? You can go with the FiiO Music app or a Bluetooth remote control, allowing you to control your music from a distance and conveniently handle various operations. Be truly unshackled when listening.

NUMEROUS INPUTS & OUTPUTS FOR EASY CONNECTIVITY AND SCALABILITY

The FiiO R7 features connectivity far beyond what you would expect from a device with which you can quickly and easily build a desktop HiFi system with the R7 as the heart of it. The front panel has 6.35mm (SE), 4-pin XLR & 4.4mm Balanced headphone outputs. The R7 gets you covered with the standard and widely used headphone outputs. The rear panel is where the magic lies. It hosts a microSD card slot which supports up to 2TB if you like to play offline files on the go. It has Single-Ended RCA and 3-pin XLR Balanced lineouts. Surprisingly it also has a USB host interface that supports external USB devices like decoders, hard disks, keyboards, and expansion hubs. It also offers Optical & Coaxial IN/OUT and an Ethernet port for wired connection to a network. The USB Type-C port (USB 3.0) on the R7 supports data transfer, DP output mode, USB DAC, and USB HOST-related functions. The R7 has a Bluetooth and WiFi antenna embedded into the rear panel with a power switch allowing you to switch between DC or AC power supply seamlessly.