The FiiO DM13 is probably the first high-end portable CD player to be launched in over a decade … [+]
Recently, audio brand FiiO announced a Walkman-style transparent cassette player. The response has been incredible, so it will be interesting to see if FiiO’s next product launch will cause as much excitement.
The FiiO DM13 is a portable CD player with aptX HD Bluetooth, balanced headphone output and USB audio. The launch of the first new portable CD player in over a decade is an indicator of the resurgence of the CD format, which is growing in popularity, just like vinyl.
The new DM13 portable CD player joins FiiO’s CP13 portable cassette player and recently announced TT13 turntable in what’s increasingly looking like Nostalgia Corner.
Featuring 3.5mm unbalanced headphone outputs and 4.4mm balanced headphone outputs, the DM13 can work seamlessly with a wide range of headphones, including FiiO’s award-winning FT5 planar magnetic headphones, the FT3 and the new FA19 in-ear monitors.
The FiiO DM13 will be available in a silver finish followed by red, blue, titanium and black … [+]
With support for aptX HD Bluetooth connectivity, the DM13 can connect to wireless headphones or speakers. The device also features a dedicated analogue line output for using the DM13 with other equipment, such as an existing hi-fi system, active speakers or a portable radio/speaker with an auxiliary input.
The DM13 features a built-in rechargeable battery that provides up to eight hours of playback time from a single charge and also features a dedicated desktop mode. This mode bypasses the internal battery and uses mains power, making the DM13 ideal for listening to CDs at home or on the go.
Pricing and availability: FiiO says the new DM13 portable CD player will be available from September for $179 / £179. The player will initially be available in a silver finish, with other colours (red, blue, titanium and black) coming later in the year. The DM13 will be unveiled to the UK public for the first time this weekend CanJam event in London which will take place from July 20 to 21.
Main characteristics:
- Headphone outputs: 3.5mm unbalanced and 4.4mm balanced.
- Bluetooth: SBC / aptX / aptX HD / aptX low latency.
- Analog line output: Yes.
- SPDIF digital output: Yes.
- USB Audio Output: Yes.
- Playback: CD/FLAC/WAV/WMA/AAC/MP3.
- ESP (Electronic Shock Protection) switch
- Office mode.
- Battery life: 8 hours.