FiiO M27 Hi-Res Music Player with Powerful Amp & Dual DACs

FiiO has announced the M27, a flagship pocket-sized portable music player that combines excellent sound, robustness, and ease of use with ample storage. The M27 also features Qualcomm’s Dragonwing AI technology. Each channel has its own dedicated DAC chip, and the battery is replaceable.

FiiO M27

The M27, according to the designers, represents a bold evolution in FiiO’s portable lineup (JM21, M21, M23, etc.), offering uncompromising sound performance, precision engineering, and next-generation features for audiophiles seeking both power and refinement in a compact form factor. At the heart of the M27 is Qualcomm’s QCS6490 (Snapdragon 770G architecture), an advanced mobile platform that delivers top-tier computing power. With eight powerful Kryo 670 CPU cores, an Adreno 642L GPU, and support for LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage, the M27 guarantees lightning-fast responsiveness, seamless multitasking, and a stable platform for decoding, streaming, and playing any audio format. The Android 13 operating system is complemented by 8GB of RAM, allowing it to compete with high-end smartphones.

FiiO M27: massive storage, say goodbye to the cloud

For music lovers with a large library, the M27 offers two microSD card slots, each supporting up to 2TB of additional storage. This capability allows users to carry entire collections, from studio masters to high-resolution DSD files, without compromise. 256GB of internal storage is also available. Say goodbye to paid cloud services.

FiiO M27: Wireless freedom and top-quality DAC chips

The M27 features the Qualcomm QCC5181 chipset, which enables aptX lossless Bluetooth codec support (including LE Audio and Auracast), making it one of the world’s first digital audio players with this technology. Audiophiles can now enjoy reference-quality sound not only over a wired connection, but also wirelessly, with a level of fidelity previously unimaginable with Bluetooth playback.

Equipped with two ESS ES9039SPRO DACs, the M27 delivers high-quality audio reproduction with breathtaking dynamic range, razor-sharp detail, and minimal distortion. This dual-channel DAC implementation ensures that every nuance of a performance, from the softest jazz vocals to the most explosive classical crescendos, is faithfully reproduced.

FiiO M27: powerful headphone amplifier

With 5,000 mW per channel of balanced output power in Ultra Gain mode, this compact player rivals full-size desktop amplifiers. Designed to effortlessly drive even the most demanding headphones, the M27 delivers a convincing yet refined sound signature that maintains balance, clarity, and warmth at any volume level.

With support for 6.35mm, 4.4mm, and 3.5mm headphone outputs, as well as a range of line-level and digital connections, the M27 integrates seamlessly into any listening environment. From intimate personal listening setups to multi-component hi-fi systems, the M27 is designed to be the heart of any audiophile system.

FiiO M27: powerful replaceable battery

FiiO’s proprietary desktop mode is available in the M27, optimizing power efficiency while docked and extending overall battery life. Combined with a massive 9,200 mAh high-capacity battery, the M27 delivers hours of uninterrupted listening. The battery is easily replaceable later if its capacity diminishes over years of use.

FiiO M27: improved audio architecture and DAPS technology

The M27’s architecture is fundamentally based on an advanced audio design philosophy. By utilizing advanced FPGA technology, fully balanced output stages, femtosecond crystal oscillators, and independent power supplies for critical components, the M27 redefines the possibilities of portable desktop audio. The result is a signal path of uncompromising purity, delivering a reference-quality listening experience that surpasses many dedicated desktop systems.

The M27 introduces FiiO’s Digital Audio Purification System (DAPS) and integrates a high-capacity FPGA and two RIVER femtosecond crystal oscillators. This proprietary platform significantly reduces jitter and guarantees precise timing throughout the entire digital chain, resulting in a spacious, precise, and completely true-to-origin soundstage. The FiiO Control app also provides access to PEQ adjustments, making it a player suitable for recording studios and sound engineers who demand the finest and most accurate reproduction. The M27 is the perfect partner for the latest SP5 studio speakers, forming a complete hi-fi system.

FiiO M27: titanium casing

The M27 also marks FiiO’s first use of titanium alloy, the same material used in flagship smartphones, for the chassis. Combined with a fiberglass back panel, the design blends seamlessly with traditional FiiO design.