{"product_id":"fiio-r9-flagship-digital-media-streamer","title":"FiiO R9 Flagship Digital Media Streamer","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe FiiO R9 is a flagship all-in-one digital media streamer combining network streaming, decoding, headphone amplification, and preamp output in a single desktop unit. Dual ES9038PRO DAC chips, one per channel with eight independent D\/A converters each, connect in parallel for a fully differential output, and an 8-channel THX AAA 788+ headphone amplifier design delivers up to 7300mW per channel into 32Ω from the balanced XLR4\/4.4mm output. A 6-inch FHD vertical touchscreen running open Android OS handles navigation and streaming apps, powered by a Snapdragon 660 processor. Connectivity covers HDMI in, out, and ARC, optical and coaxial digital I\/O, USB, Ethernet, and dual-band Wi-Fi, plus a Qualcomm QCC5125 Bluetooth chip supporting LDAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, aptX HD, aptX, AAC, and SBC. Local playback and USB audio both support up to 768kHz\/32bit and native DSD512, and a microSD card slot adds local storage. It measures about 115 x 127 x 160mm, weighs approximately 2271g, and comes in a metallic silver finish with a Bluetooth remote included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSimcoe Audio Video Insight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe R9 is built to sit at the center of a desktop or listening room setup rather than travel in a bag — HDMI in and out, Ethernet, and dual-band Wi-Fi let it work as a network streamer and a headphone amp at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual ES9038PRO DACs with 7300mW balanced headphone output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDMI in\/out\/ARC plus Ethernet and dual-band Wi-Fi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-inch Android touchscreen for streaming apps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for the FiiO R9:\u003c\/strong\u003e connect it over Ethernet rather than Wi-Fi when streaming high-resolution files, for the most consistent network performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy It Wins\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual ES9038PRO DACs\u003c\/strong\u003e: One chip per channel, each with eight independent D\/A converters connected in parallel for a fully differential signal path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8-Channel THX AAA 788+ Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e: Delivers up to 7300mW per channel into 32Ω from the balanced output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHDMI Input and Output\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lets the R9 decode audio from a TV or source device and pass video through with ARC support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat Makes It Different\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost digital audio players are built to travel. The R9 is a stationary all-in-one streamer, DAC, and headphone amp with HDMI, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi, running Android for streaming apps on a 6-inch touchscreen, aimed at listeners who want one box to anchor a desktop or dedicated listening setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Android OS\u003c\/strong\u003e: Runs on a Snapdragon 660 processor for direct streaming app installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQualcomm QCC5125 Bluetooth\u003c\/strong\u003e: Supports LDAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, aptX HD, aptX, AAC, and SBC for wireless receiving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive Digital I\/O\u003c\/strong\u003e: HDMI, optical, coaxial, USB, and Ethernet cover nearly any source or destination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuyers Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWho This Is For\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Desktop Reference Listener\u003c\/strong\u003e: Wants a single unit to handle streaming, decoding, and headphone amplification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Home Theater Integrator\u003c\/strong\u003e: Wants HDMI ARC support to decode audio from a TV setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Network Streamer\u003c\/strong\u003e: Wants Ethernet and Wi-Fi streaming with Android app support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIdeal Use Case\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesktop Headphone Listening\u003c\/strong\u003e: Driving demanding headphones from the balanced XLR4\/4.4mm output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork Streaming\u003c\/strong\u003e: Running streaming apps directly on its Android touchscreen over Ethernet or Wi-Fi.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome Theater Audio\u003c\/strong\u003e: Decoding audio from a TV over HDMI ARC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat To Pair It With\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDemanding Full-Size Headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e: To make use of the 7300mW balanced output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowered Speakers or an Integrated Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e: Using the RCA or balanced XLR3 line outputs as a preamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Home Network Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ethernet is recommended for the most reliable high-resolution streaming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAlternative Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you want similar balanced desktop power without networking and HDMI, FiiO's K19 covers high-power desktop DAC and headphone amplification at a lower price point.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FiiO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48359847100637,"sku":"LM-FBNS-PJOY","price":1999.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0331\/1930\/5859\/files\/fiio-r9-digital-media-streamer-front.png?v=1787059255","url":"https:\/\/www.simcoeav.ca\/products\/fiio-r9-flagship-digital-media-streamer","provider":"Simcoe Audio Video","version":"1.0","type":"link"}