--- product_id: 439644978 title: "JadeAudio KA1 Headphone Amps Amplifier Tiny USB DAC High Resolution 3.5mm Lossless for Smartphones/PC/Laptops/Players(Type C, Black)" brand: "fiio" price: "NZ$232" currency: NZD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Fii O" url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/439644978-jadeaudio-ka1-headphone-amps-amplifier-tiny-usb-dac-high-resolution store_origin: NZ region: New Zealand --- # Ultra-light 10g Portable Power 32bit/384kHz Hi-Res Audio USB Type-C Plug & Play JadeAudio KA1 Headphone Amps Amplifier Tiny USB DAC High Resolution 3.5mm Lossless for Smartphones/PC/Laptops/Players(Type C, Black) **Brand:** fiio **Price:** NZ$232 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Tiny DAC, Massive Sound β€” Elevate Your Audio Game Everywhere! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** JadeAudio KA1 Headphone Amps Amplifier Tiny USB DAC High Resolution 3.5mm Lossless for Smartphones/PC/Laptops/Players(Type C, Black) by fiio - **How much does it cost?** NZ$232 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/439644978-jadeaudio-ka1-headphone-amps-amplifier-tiny-usb-dac-high-resolution) ## Best For - fiio enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted fiio brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Plug & Play Convenience:** USB Type-C interface ensures instant setupβ€”perfect for work, travel, or home office vibes. - β€’ **Pocket-Sized Powerhouse:** Compact 43x15x8mm design weighing just 10gβ€”carry premium sound in your pocket. - β€’ **Audiophile-Grade Clarity:** Experience pristine 32bit/384kHz PCM and DSD512 decoding for studio-level sound anywhere. - β€’ **MQA 8x Rendering Support:** Unlock true lossless streaming with advanced MQA decoding for next-level music fidelity. - β€’ **Seamless Multi-Device Compatibility:** Effortlessly connect with Android, Windows, smartphones, laptops, and portable players. ## Overview The FIIO JadeAudio KA1 is a compact, ultra-light USB DAC and headphone amplifier supporting high-resolution audio up to 32bit/384kHz PCM and DSD512. Featuring MQA 8x rendering, it delivers lossless sound quality across multiple devices including smartphones, PCs, and laptops via a USB Type-C connection. Its pocket-friendly size and plug-and-play design make it the perfect upgrade for professionals seeking premium audio clarity on the go. ## Description Compact USB DAC and headphone amp supports high-resolution audio up to 32-bit/384kHz and DSD512, with MQA rendering for lossless sound on smartphones, PCs, and more. Review: Instant improvement in sound quality - I have a vintage hi-fi that I want to use with Spotify, and I have a PC with a cheap sound card that I want to use with headphones. In both cases, it's child's play. I plugged the headphones into the KA1 and then plugged the KA1 into the PC. Linux recognised it immediately. KDE's sound widget offered it to me as a new audio device. I clicked on it and Spotify played through it straight away. It could hardly be easier. Downstairs in the lounge, I plugged the hi-fi into the KA1 via a phono-to-3.5mm cable, plugged the KA1 into an old Android phone, and ran Spotify, which played through the KA1 immediately. So what's the sound quality like? Even with Spotify, which uses lossy compression, the KA1 is a striking improvement over the PC's sound card or the phone's built-in DAC. I had no idea these old Bose QuietComfort 25s could sound so good. I hear musical details I'd never noticed before. Extended bass is effortless and yet well controlled. Treble is clear but never harsh. Now I want to buy some better cans to do the KA1 justice. :-) Through the hi-fi, the sound is detailed, open and spacious. The KA1 runs slightly warm -- a little below blood temperature. It won't be a problem on a laptop, but it might eat up battery power on a phone. If possible, you might want to think about a powered USB hub. Review: Excellent sound - I bought this because my expensive XPS laptop I bought for mostly music production has awful software which ruins the headphone port sound (thanks Dell)... But am I glad they screwed it up... This Dac is tiny and has superb sound .. Asio Drivers worked first time with no fuss. It's as good as my Focusrite audio interface phones output. Great value for money. ## Features - [Supports high resolution sound]: KA1 headphone amps supports up to 32bit/384kHz PCM and DSD512 high-end decoding. - [Compatible with Android/Windows]: KA1 tiny amplifier can support multi-devices, supports smartphones/portable player/tablet/computer. - [Supports MQA 8x rendering]: KA1 portable dongle supports MQA rendering. You could get a lossless sound when you are listening music or others. - [Lightweight but useful and powerful]: The tiny USB DAC KA1's body size is only 43x15x8mm, and it is just about 10g. It is convenient and portable for you to take it anywhere. - [Multi-playing ways and portable]: KA1 amplifier with a USB Type-C connector, you could use it to get a high resolution sound for listening music, playing game, doing chatting, doing living when you are at home or at office. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09VSVH9F3 | | Best Sellers Rank | 158 in Headphone Amplifiers | | Brand | FiiO | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (700) | | Included Components | USB Type C to USB A cable*1 | | Interface | USB | | Item Type Name | Headphone amps | | Item Weight | 10 Grams | | Manufacturer | FIIO | | Mounting Type | Plug Mount,Freestanding | | Number of Channels | 2 | | Number of Pins | 12 | | Product Warranty | 2 years | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** FiiO - **Interface type:** USB - **Mounting type:** Plug Mount,Freestanding - **Number of channels:** 2 - **Number of pins:** 12 ## Images ![JadeAudio KA1 Headphone Amps Amplifier Tiny USB DAC High Resolution 3.5mm Lossless for Smartphones/PC/Laptops/Players(Type C, Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81PTbC86VhL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: I'm guessing this doesn't have volume control or android app to control/amplify it?** A: No, this is a very basic (yet very good) DAC which handles DoP128, DSD256 and MQA but there are no management controls for the device. There is a Windows ASIO driver available if you want to use it on a PC. Great value for money! **Q: Which dac chip is inside?** A: an ESS DAC chip **Q: Can I use this through my ipads Lightning port if my ipad has a 3.5mm jack?** A: Yes you can use this instead of the built in headphone jack, just make sure you get the Fiio KA-1-LC if your ipad uses a lightning port **Q: will this increase headphone volume on iPhone 13? I'm using beyer dt700 pro x headphones which are 48 ohm, I generally use Spotify** A: Using an older iPhone, but I would say it does amplify the sound overall but not hugely. It does let you access Hi-Res at the same time, so I've found it worthwhile ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Instant improvement in sound quality *by M***S on 23 December 2023* I have a vintage hi-fi that I want to use with Spotify, and I have a PC with a cheap sound card that I want to use with headphones. In both cases, it's child's play. I plugged the headphones into the KA1 and then plugged the KA1 into the PC. Linux recognised it immediately. KDE's sound widget offered it to me as a new audio device. I clicked on it and Spotify played through it straight away. It could hardly be easier. Downstairs in the lounge, I plugged the hi-fi into the KA1 via a phono-to-3.5mm cable, plugged the KA1 into an old Android phone, and ran Spotify, which played through the KA1 immediately. So what's the sound quality like? Even with Spotify, which uses lossy compression, the KA1 is a striking improvement over the PC's sound card or the phone's built-in DAC. I had no idea these old Bose QuietComfort 25s could sound so good. I hear musical details I'd never noticed before. Extended bass is effortless and yet well controlled. Treble is clear but never harsh. Now I want to buy some better cans to do the KA1 justice. :-) Through the hi-fi, the sound is detailed, open and spacious. The KA1 runs slightly warm -- a little below blood temperature. It won't be a problem on a laptop, but it might eat up battery power on a phone. If possible, you might want to think about a powered USB hub. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent sound *by S***E on 12 February 2023* I bought this because my expensive XPS laptop I bought for mostly music production has awful software which ruins the headphone port sound (thanks Dell)... But am I glad they screwed it up... This Dac is tiny and has superb sound .. Asio Drivers worked first time with no fuss. It's as good as my Focusrite audio interface phones output. Great value for money. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works really well with a couple of exceptions *by N***D on 4 October 2023* The sound I get from the DAC is fine and I use it to play music from my iMac. A couple of minor glitches though. Firstly if you are just starting to play music it takes about 5 seconds to recognise sound coming out so you get some dead time. Also there are the occasional pop and click which I wouldn't expect (and have seen in other reviews). Overall not bad, but not perfect for sure. ## Frequently Bought Together - FiiO JadeAudio KA1 Headphone Amps Amplifier Tiny USB DAC High Resolution 3.5mm Lossless for Smartphones/PC/Laptops/Players(Type C, Black) - FIIO FH3 HiFi Earphones 3 Drivers (1 Dynamic + 2 Knowles BA), in-Ear Earphones High Resolution, Bass Sound, High Fidelity for Smartphone/PC/Tablet --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.nz/products/439644978-jadeaudio-ka1-headphone-amps-amplifier-tiny-usb-dac-high-resolution](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/439644978-jadeaudio-ka1-headphone-amps-amplifier-tiny-usb-dac-high-resolution) --- *Product available on Desertcart New Zealand* *Store origin: NZ* *Last updated: 2026-05-13*