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FiiO/JadeAudio KA13 Portable DAC Dongle, USB-C Adapter, 3.5mm and 4.4mm Outputs Compatible with Android/iOS System/PC/Music Players, PCM 384kHz/32bit | DSD256 550mW high Power (Silver)

Name: FiiO/JadeAudio KA13 Portable DAC Dongle, USB-C Adapter, 3.5mm and 4.4mm Outputs Compatible with Android/iOS System/PC/Music Players, PCM 384kHz/32bit
Brand: FiiO
SKU: B0CJ6SHNDP
Price: 19.99 USD
Availability: InStock

By Mike Perry, Hardware Editor · Verified 2026-09-21

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$19.99

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Bottom line: The FiiO/JadeAudio KA13 Portable DAC Dongle, USB-C Adapter, 3.5mm and 4.4mm Outputs Compatible with Android/iOS System/PC/Music Players, PCM 384kHz/32bit | DSD256 550mW high Power (Silver) is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the audio & midi category, priced around $19.99. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Backed by FiiO's warranty and support channels
✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored FiiO/JadeAudio KA13 Portable DAC Dongle, USB-C Adapter, 3.5mm and… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the audio & midi category. FiiO's audio & midi lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for audio & midi of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.

Key Features

[Mini desktop amp, 550mW high power] Supports “Desktop mode”, under which the balanced output power goes up to 550mW, allowing it to drive both low and high-impedance headphones with excellent dynamics and detail.
[Dual CS43131 DACs, dual 8262 op-amps] Features two high-performance yet highly efficient CS43131 DAC chips and two low-noise SGM8262 op-amps. This truly “dual-core” golden combo brings excellent performance.
[PCM 384kHz/32bit, DSD256] Supports 32bit/384kHz PCM despite its tiny size, it is capable of highly-detailed sound.
[3.5+4.4 dual outputs] After repeatedly adjusted design, it finally managed to fit two headphone outputs in the compact dongle, marking true progress in packaging capabilities.
[App connectivity] Supports being controlled with the FIIO Control app. With the app, you can set the RGB lights, SPDIF output, audio filters, etc. for a more convenient experience.

Full Specifications

Brand	FiiO
Model	KA13
Material	Aluminum
Interface	USB
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Part Number	KA13
Connectivity	USB-C
Compatibility	PC, Android, iOS
Material Type	Aluminum
Interface Type	USB
Compatible Devices	Headphones, PC, Smartphone
Number of Channels	2
Included Components	No
Smart Home Compatibility	Not Smart Home Compatible
Global Trade Identification Number	06953175710523

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FiiO/JadeAudio KA13 Portable DAC Dongle, USB-C Adapter, 3.5mm and 4.4mm Outputs Compatible with Android/iOS System/PC/Music Players, PCM 384kHz/32bit | DSD256 550mW high Power (Silver) is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-04-20. Price and availability subject to change.