--- product_id: 446023433 title: "JadeAudio KA1 Headphone Amps Tiny Amplifier USB DAC High Resolution Lossless for Smartphones/PC/Laptop/Players(Lightning, Black)" brand: "fiio" price: "€ 128.02" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Fii O" url: https://www.desertcart.fr/products/446023433-jadeaudio-ka1-headphone-amps-tiny-amplifier-usb-dac-high-resolution store_origin: FR region: France --- # Ultra-light 10g Portable Power 32bit/384kHz PCM & DSD512 Hi-Res USB Type-C & Lightning Compatible JadeAudio KA1 Headphone Amps Tiny Amplifier USB DAC High Resolution Lossless for Smartphones/PC/Laptop/Players(Lightning, Black) **Brand:** fiio **Price:** € 128.02 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Tiny Amp, Massive Sound — Don’t Miss Out on Audio Nirvana! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** JadeAudio KA1 Headphone Amps Tiny Amplifier USB DAC High Resolution Lossless for Smartphones/PC/Laptop/Players(Lightning, Black) by fiio - **How much does it cost?** € 128.02 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fr](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/446023433-jadeaudio-ka1-headphone-amps-tiny-amplifier-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 - • **Pocket-Sized Powerhouse:** Weighing just 10g and measuring 43x15x8mm, it’s the ultimate travel-friendly amp. - • **Audiophile-Grade Clarity:** Experience pristine 32bit/384kHz PCM and DSD512 decoding for studio-quality sound anywhere. - • **MQA 8x Rendering Support:** Unlock true lossless audio with advanced MQA decoding for next-level music fidelity. - • **Versatile Listening Modes:** Perfect for gaming, music, calls, or work—elevate every audio moment effortlessly. - • **Universal Device Compatibility:** Seamlessly connect with smartphones, PCs, laptops, and tablets via USB-C or Lightning. ## Overview The FiiO JadeAudio KA1 is a compact, ultra-lightweight USB DAC and headphone amplifier supporting high-resolution audio up to 32bit/384kHz PCM and DSD512. Compatible with Android, Windows, and Apple devices via USB-C and Lightning, it features MQA 8x rendering for lossless sound. Designed for portability and versatility, the KA1 delivers powerful, crystal-clear audio for professionals and audiophiles on the go. ## Description desertcart.com: FiiO JadeAudio KA1 Headphone Amps Tiny Amplifier USB DAC High Resolution Lossless for Smartphones/PC/Laptop/Players(Lightning, Black) : Electronics Review: Awesome DAC/Amp👍🏻 - This tiny little thing has big sound. I’m fairly new to being a budget audio file, so the only other dac I have to compare this to is the audioquest dragonfly black. This for $65.00 less actually has a better sound signature and soundstage. I would say the amp part of the ka1 is a bit less robust than the dragonfly, but only slightly. The dragonfly actually is a bit too loud and the ka1 is much louder than the normal apple dongle, which is plenty imo. The ka1 is so small, that I’m AMAZED at the sound quality from this thing. If you’re on a budget this is the BEST DAC/Amp you can buy. I’m an audio technica guy, so I’ve been using the M series and the ART series with this. Battery consumption is fairly low as well. Also, I’ve seen a few people say that a budget dongle at $15.95 sounded better, and to them I say to you get your hearing checked. The ka1 is awesome!!! Review: Drummer’s Friend - Along with the GK Ultraphones this is just what the Drum Doctor ordered ! It turns the iPhone into I raging powerful receiver! Crystal Clear oomph to boot and an amazing sound quality that surpasses the small investment! I’m not kidding about this! I’m blown away! It comes charged up so open with care and plug it in to your phone then plug the end of your favorite headphones (if you are a drummer and don’t have the GK Ultraphones, stop what you’re doing and order a set) and no looking back! Just play along with your favorite music and tune out the rest of the world for a while! There’s no better combo at this investment level on the planet! 🎩 ## Features - [Supports high resolution sound]: KA1 mini headphone amp supports up to 32bit/384kHz PCM and DSD512 high-end decoding. - [Compatible with Android/Windows]: KA1 tiny amplifier can support multi-devices, supports smartphone/portable player/tablet/computer. - [Supports MQA 8x rendering]: KA1 portable dongle supports MQA rendering. You could get a lossless sound when you 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 | B09VSXTPJ4 | | Best Sellers Rank | #21,112 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #37 in Headphone Amps | | Brand | FiiO | | Brand Name | FiiO | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 353 Reviews | | Interface | USB | | Interface Type | USB | | Item Dimensions L x W | 1.69"L x 0.59"W | | Manufacturer | FiiO | | Material | Plastic | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model | KA1 | | Number of Channels | 1 | | Number of Pins | 8 | | Part Number | KA1 | | Product Dimensions | 1.69"L x 0.59"W | ## Product Details - **Brand:** FiiO - **Interface Type:** USB - **Number of Channels:** 1 - **Number of Pins:** 8 - **Product Dimensions:** 1.69"L x 0.59"W ## Images ![JadeAudio KA1 Headphone Amps Tiny Amplifier USB DAC High Resolution Lossless for Smartphones/PC/Laptop/Players(Lightning, Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81i9VVZc8dL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: can i use it to listen audio with headphones using usb c port in cell phone?** A: Yes, that is what it is made for **Q: The lightning version of this dac connected to an iphone, the indicator light shows blue even though i am streaming mqa from tidal. is it faulty?** A: for tidal to show up purple it must me MQA masters file **Q: Does it work with samsung galaxy s22 (android 12)?** A: Yes it does. Thats the reason I bought one. **Q: Has there been a fix announced, to resolve the issue with loud popping noises occurring while using this dac/amp? (usb-c version)** A: I don't think so. The noise persists when listening to Spotify mostly. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome DAC/Amp👍🏻 *by B***T on January 9, 2023* This tiny little thing has big sound. I’m fairly new to being a budget audio file, so the only other dac I have to compare this to is the audioquest dragonfly black. This for $65.00 less actually has a better sound signature and soundstage. I would say the amp part of the ka1 is a bit less robust than the dragonfly, but only slightly. The dragonfly actually is a bit too loud and the ka1 is much louder than the normal apple dongle, which is plenty imo. The ka1 is so small, that I’m AMAZED at the sound quality from this thing. If you’re on a budget this is the BEST DAC/Amp you can buy. I’m an audio technica guy, so I’ve been using the M series and the ART series with this. Battery consumption is fairly low as well. Also, I’ve seen a few people say that a budget dongle at $15.95 sounded better, and to them I say to you get your hearing checked. The ka1 is awesome!!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Drummer’s Friend *by T***Y on August 10, 2024* Along with the GK Ultraphones this is just what the Drum Doctor ordered ! It turns the iPhone into I raging powerful receiver! Crystal Clear oomph to boot and an amazing sound quality that surpasses the small investment! I’m not kidding about this! I’m blown away! It comes charged up so open with care and plug it in to your phone then plug the end of your favorite headphones (if you are a drummer and don’t have the GK Ultraphones, stop what you’re doing and order a set) and no looking back! Just play along with your favorite music and tune out the rest of the world for a while! There’s no better combo at this investment level on the planet! 🎩 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best budget portable DAC *by M***E on December 30, 2023* At first I wasn’t sure what to expect since all my life I’ve only used Bluetooth headphones and of course those are compressed to an extent. I have used wired headphones on older devices but of course lossless wasn’t a thing back then on mobile devices religiously. So listening wired music on MP3 was sufficient to my young ears but growing up I got into music more and the quality of the tracks. I currently use this on my car audio system and the sound is phenomenal. I have a friend who is an audiophile and he says this passes the sound check he desires. It’s so clear but it’s mostly because I use TIDAL as my music streaming service but I’d definitely recommend this if you use TIDAL. The audio is ALMOST similar to CD. ## Frequently Bought Together - FiiO JadeAudio KA1 Headphone Amps Tiny Amplifier USB DAC High Resolution Lossless for Smartphones/PC/Laptop/Players(Lightning, Black) - Syncwire 3.5mm Nylon Braided Aux Cable (3.3ft/1m,Hi-Fi Sound), Audio Auxiliary Input Adapter Male to Male Cord for Headphones, Car, Home Stereos, Speaker, iPhone, iPad, iPod, Echo & More – Black - Apple MFi Certified 2 Pack Lightning to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter for iPhone, iPhone Aux Adapter Converter Dongle Audio Cable Compatible with iPhone 14 13 12 11 X XS 8 7 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.fr/products/446023433-jadeaudio-ka1-headphone-amps-tiny-amplifier-usb-dac-high-resolution](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/446023433-jadeaudio-ka1-headphone-amps-tiny-amplifier-usb-dac-high-resolution) --- *Product available on Desertcart France* *Store origin: FR* *Last updated: 2026-07-07*