FiiO K5PRO![]() The K5PRO is a compact, desktop DAC/headphone amp combo by FiiO. It features the leading AK4493 DAC chip with a wide variety of inputs and outputs to create a great value proposition. $149.99 MSRP | Schiit Bifrost 2![]() Bifrost 2 is nothing less than a complete re-thinking of what an affordable DAC should be. Now with balanced output and remote control, and featuring Schiit’s unique True Multibit™ architecture with a time-and frequency-domain optimized digital filter, plus our own Unison USB™ input and easy-to-upgrade Autonomy™ platform, Bifrost delivers higher performance and greater convenience than ever before. $699.00 MSRP | |
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Features | ||
Power | AC 115v AC 230v | AC 115v AC 230v |
Input/Output | ||
Inputs | Coaxial S/PDIF RCA TOSLINK S/PDIF USB-B | Coaxial S/PDIF TOSLINK S/PDIF USB-B |
Outputs | ¼ inch RCA | Balanced 3-pin XLR RCA |
Audio | ||
Sample Rate | 32 bit / 768 kHz | 24 bit / 192 kHz |
DAC Chip | AKM AK4493 | |
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Reviews | Audio Science ReviewIn that regard, and in the context of a budget product that is designed reasonably well, I am going to recommend the Fiio K5 Pro. | No reviews available |
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