FiiO M23: The 1000mW DAP That Charges as Fast as It Plays, Featuring Top-Tier DAC

April 15, 2024

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FiiO M23 is the latest desktop digital audio player from the famous HIFI portable music devices brand, FiiO. It has profound enhancements like THX AAA 78+ amplifier and 1000mW+1000mW high power. The FiiO M23 portable MP3 music player has Android 10 OS, dual Type-C ports, 30W fast charging, and a flagship AKM DAC combo. It can use an external power source to reach 1000mW power. Also, it has a Digital Audio Purification System, All to DSD, and six operating modes. Let’s explore more of its features and specs in detail.

FiiO M23 Review

The FiiO M23 portable HIFI music player has a special feature. It’s the Desktop Mode. You can turn it on with just one click. When you use this mode, the player gets power from an outside source, not the battery. This means you can use it for a long time. The battery won’t get hurt because it’s not being used. There is 4GB RAM, 64GB built-in storage, Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 CPU, and up to a 2TB microSD card support. It also has a USB 3.0 port besides the USB-C ports. There is a 5.5-inch HD display with 720x1440p resolution.

It features an all-new THX AAA 78+ amp design. This design is a truly balanced 8-way parallel amplification. It’s an upgrade from the THX AAA 78 amplifiers used in the M11 Plus and M11 Pro, which were already popular with audiophiles. The new THX AAA 78+ in the M23 allows for more power output while keeping the sound high-quality. This means you get a powerful and accurate sound experience.

The M23 device offers six different operating modes for a smooth experience. These modes include Roon Ready, Android, Pure Music, Bluetooth, and AirPlay. You can switch between these modes quickly to enjoy music your way. Also, the FiiO M23 digital audio player streams music over DLNA. It can get music from NAS, local networks, and cloud servers through UPNP/SMB/WebDav. The Roon Ready certification is still in progress, so stay tuned for updates from FiiO. It has Two-Way Hi-Res Bluetooth for LHDC, LDAC, aptX HD, SBC, AAC, and aptX support.

Other Digital Audio Player Features

It has two USB Type-C ports. One is for power only. When you plug it into a fast charger, the player can get really loud. It can give out more than 1000mW of power for each ear, which is great for big headphones. The other USB port doesn’t use power. You can connect it to your phone and use it as a USB DAC. This means you can listen to music from your phone through the player. In addition, there’s an app remote control which allows you to manage the device using your phone.

So, it makes it very easy and convenient to use. Second, the device comes with RGB pulsing lights. These lights can be set to change according to the music’s sampling rate, or you can customize them to your preference. The lights correspond to different audio track types, such as Lossy, SQ, HR, MQA, and DSD, adding a visual element to the audio experience.

A Complete DAP

The FiiO M23 portable HIFI music player has a high-quality HiFi audio system. It has four levels of gain. This means it can work with many different headphones and IEMs. Inside, it has special parts called op-amps. They make sure the sound is clear and strong. There are two kinds called OPA1612 and OPA1662. They handle different parts of the sound to make sure your music sounds great.

The M23 DAP has a 2nd generation intelligent volume adjustment system. You can change the volume fast and easy. Slide your finger on the carbon fiber textured touchpad or use the buttons. It’s designed to be user-friendly and stylish. All of the ports on this DAP player use metallic parts for durability. It has a stainless steel battery compartment for better heat dissipation. It comes in two styles, aluminum alloy and blue color. The FiiO M23 price is $700 for the blue color, $900 for the aluminum alloy version, and it is available at AliExpress only.