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Fiio's K17 is the obvious upgrade to the K9 Pro

I used all Fiio DACs in the last four years — the K17 is its best yet.

(Image credit: Apoorva Bhardwaj / Android Central)There's something about the tactility that you get with using large buttons and dials that's just missing digitally; this is a clear point of differentiation with the K17, and a big reason why I like the DAC so much. (Image credit: Apoorva Bhardwaj / Android Central)With the ability to deliver 4000mW of power at 32Ω over the balanced 4.4mm connector and 1850mW at 32Ω via the single-ended 6.35mm port, the K17 is able to drive any headset with relative ease. (Image credit: Apoorva Bhardwaj / Android Central)Like the K19, the K17 has a neutral soundstage that doesn't add any dynamics to the sound, allowing headsets and IEMs to shine.

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