FiiO K5 PRO ESS, headphone amplifier
- Free delivery in Lithuania from 100 €: courier or parcel locker
- Pick up at our showroom in Kaunas, Armatūrininkų g. 1
- 14-day returns
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Delivery
Delivery
In Lithuania, we deliver parcels to your door by DPD courier for 5.99€ within 1-2 business days (if the item is in stock). Orders over 100€ qualify for free delivery.
Delivery outside Lithuania takes 3-7 business days. Delivery prices start from 15.00€.
Pick up in store
Pick up in store
You can pick up items ordered online at our store at Armatūrininkų g. 1, Kaunas. Please bring your order number.
We recommend calling before you arrive: +370 683 90000
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9:00-18:00
INFORMATION
K5 PRO ESS, headphone amplifier with updated DAC version with ES9038Q2M. A great choice at a reasonable price!
- Power – 1.5W (32Ω)
- ES9038Q2M converter
- Optical, Coaxial, RCA inputs'
DESCRIPTION
This is the second in a series of FiiO products being covered on TechPowerUp, with the first being the FiiO FA7s set of all balanced armature driver in-ear monitors . I mentioned in said review how FiiO puts out more products in a year than most companies do in a decade, and FiiO not only has multiple lines of IEMs, but various sources to drive them in the form of digital audio players and DAC/amp combo units. We have previously taken a look at two separate FiiO portable DAC/amps, covering both wired and wireless options, and now examine a desktop class unit in the same realm.
The FiiO K5 Pro ESS is a forced iterative release due to the AKM factory fire of 2019, which resulted in a massive shortage of digital-to-analog converter chipsets from arguably the biggest manufacturer of said chipsets at the time. ESS quickly saw growth opportunities galore and expanded its Saber DAC line to cater to the demands of all of AKM's customers left helpless for future plans. As the name suggests, the K5 Pro ESS uses an ESS DAC and is otherwise similar to the older K5 Pro desktop DAC/amplifier that distinguishes itself from the portable class by necessitating AC mains as opposed to USB power. The original plan was to combine coverage of the K5 Pro ESS with the FiiO FA7s IEMs akin to the FD3 and New K3 from before, but it quickly became obvious that the FiiO K5 Pro ESS is worthy of its own article. Then another FiiO item came along and bumped the K5 Pro ESS off a dedicated review slot, so we are at it with a detailed quick look article instead! Let's thank FiiO for providing TechPowerUp a sample as we begin with a look at the product specifications in the table below.
TECHNICAL DATA
SPECIFICATIONS
| C Chip: | ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M |
|---|---|
| USB Decoding Chip: | XMOS XUF208; supports PCM decoding up to 32-bit/768 kHz, DSD up to DSD512 |
| Amplification Circuitry: | OPA1642 and flagship TI TPA6120 amplifiers |
| Output Power: | ~1.5W @ 32Ω |
| Output Impedance: | 1.2 Ω (PO) |
| THD+N: | <0.0009% |
| Noise Floor: | <8 µV (A-weighted) |
| SNR: | ≥118 dB (A-weighted) |
| Channel Separation: | >80dB |
| Input Ports: | USB-B, Optical, Coaxial, RCA |
| Output Ports: | RCA, 6.35 mm |
| Dimensions: | 120 (L) x 146.5 (W) x 55 (H) mm |
| Weight: | 480g / 1.06lbs |
Autogarsas store reviews
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Saulius T. 19 d. ago★★★★★
For my purchases, it had the best price-to-quality ratio.
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Žilvinas K. 28 d. ago★★★★★
Very professional work and an excellent result. They installed a sound system in a Mercedes Viano camper, and the acoustics and sound detail are now on a completely different level! It's almost on par with what I hear at home from quality speakers. The subwoofer is perfectly chosen, just right for my taste. Everything was done extremely carefully, with no extraneous noises or plastic rattling, and the wiring and integration are flawless. True professionals in their field, I recommend them.
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Tomas K. 1 mo. ago★★★★★
Excellent service and fast delivery. Recommended!
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Gyčiokas 7. 2 mo. ago★★★★★
Good shop, everything went smoothly, they come quickly
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Julius S. 2 mo. ago★★★★★
Everything is great. When problems arise, they call and inform you about the situation. Parcels arrive quickly. I have no complaints.
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Mindaugas B. 2 mo. ago★★★★★
Excellent service, they took care of alternatives and delivered as promised, thank you. I bought protective grilles for my subwoofer.
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Ugnius B. 2 mo. ago★★★★★
Friendly staff. No shame in coming in even when you know nothing.
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Andrius B. 2 mo. ago★★★★★
I upgraded the original audio system in my Alfa Romeo SUV. We started with sound insulation and front door speakers with an amplifier. We finished with an additional amplifier with DSP and professional tuning :) The result exceeded all expectations. I've been using it for a year now and don't want to get out of the car :) The work was done super PRO. When questions or options came up along the way, they discussed them with me, consulted and advised. The best investment and modification I've ever made to a car, and I don't regret a single euro. Highly recommend
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Gabi M. 3 mo. ago★★★★★
Verry good experience. A good price for the equipment, a pretty big price for the delivery to my country (Romania), but verry fast deliverry!
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Kornelija B. 3 mo. ago★★★★★
Excellent service! The "Autogarso" team quickly and professionally installed a dash cam in my car. I especially want to thank administrator Robertas for his pleasant communication, thorough consultation and attentive approach to the customer. I recommend it to everyone looking for reliable car electronics specialists.
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Gedas G. 3 mo. ago★★★★★
Ordered yesterday, got it today. Plus I had forgotten a few things, wrote to customer service, they replied within a few minutes, added them to the same order, prompt.
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Mindaugas R. 4 mo. ago★★★★★
I had sound and vibration insulation installed in the doors, wheel arches, trunk, and under the rear seat. The result was really noticeable. BMW g31
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