[VielenDanke]

Dang I just got the M11 Pro and am still in the return period. I'm wondering if I should return it and wait to get this updated version. Love the chips in the M11 Pro already and the bigger battery and android 11 is pretty awesome, though I wonder if it'll be $700 since the m11pro is $650. Only thing I dislike is the removal of the physical wheel for the volume control, otherwise I'm pretty interested in the upgrades.

I have to agree with you regarding the removal of the volume wheel. I don't think this will be worth the upgrade if you already have an M11 Pro considering they have the same DAC/AMP specs. If you use the android portion of the M11 Pro a lot then maybe you could upgrade for a faster experience. The increase in the battery is nice, but the upgrade in Processor and RAM may end up canceling out the increase in battery size. I could be wrong with regards to the battery because Qualcomm is generally considered better than the Exynos CPU.

Edit: Sound quality will not improve from the M11 Pro but a nice update UI is appreciated.

 

[397324]

I would return it. If the Plus is not well received or is too expensive, you can always get another Pro, as the second-hand market will be flooded by early adopters.

 

[SovietPsychonaut]

I have to agree with you regarding the removal of the volume wheel. I don't think this will be worth the upgrade if you already have an M11 Pro considering they have the same DAC/AMP specs. If you use the android portion of the M11 Pro a lot then maybe you could upgrade for a faster experience. The increase in the battery is nice, but the upgrade in Processor and RAM may end up canceling out the increase in battery size. I could be wrong with regards to the battery because Qualcomm is generally considered better than the Exynos CPU.

Edit: Sound quality will not improve from the M11 Pro but a nice update UI is appreciated.

Oh i know the chips are inside, only reason for me to do so would be for UI upgrade and battery, both would be nice since i got this DAP to futureproof myself a bit and the android 7 feels dated(really like wavelet and that requires android 9+ or poweramp system eq android 10 since fiio's music app EQ kinda sucks which is a bummer for the pure music mode). The android 10 and a bit extra ram and battery just seems great. Wish i waited a month hahah. I only have a FiiO FH3, BL03 and V-MODA crossfade M100 at the moment but the FH3 (and fiio q3) got me really interested in audiophile gear even though i mostly listen to EDM and occasionally rock of every kind. Eyeing the E-MU Teak next. This was my first DAP and the only complaint really was the UI felt dated for a $650 device. Battery hasn't been an issue so far and on long trips i have a battery pack anyways.

I just hope they release the price soon because i can still get a full refund on my m11pro. Also wonder how long the m11 plus battery will run out on balanced

 

[VielenDanke]

Oh i know the chips are inside, only reason for me to do so would be for UI upgrade and battery, both would be nice since i got this DAP to futureproof myself a bit and the android 7 feels dated(really like wavelet and that requires android 9+ or poweramp system eq android 10 since fiio's music app EQ kinda sucks which is a bummer for the pure music mode). The android 10 and a bit extra ram and battery just seems great. Wish i waited a month hahah. I only have a FiiO FH3, BL03 and V-MODA crossfade M100 at the moment but the FH3 (and fiio q3) got me really interested in audiophile gear even though i mostly listen to EDM and occasionally rock of every kind. Eyeing the E-MU Teak next. This was my first DAP and the only complaint really was the UI felt dated for a $650 device. Battery hasn't been an issue so far and on long trips i have a battery pack anyways.

I just hope they release the price soon because i can still get a full refund on my m11pro. Also wonder how long the m11 plus battery will run out on balanced

I'm planning on waiting myself. I'm waiting for the supply of the M11 Pro on the secondhand market to go up. I can see the upgrade being worth it if you use the android portion of the DAP. I personally won't.

 

[SovietPsychonaut]

Is the amp dual THX like the pro?

 

[VielenDanke]

Is the amp dual THX like the pro?

I believe the AMP is the exact same as in the M11 Pro

 

[SovietPsychonaut]

I believe the AMP is the exact same as in the M11 Pro

Okay i thought that was the case i just wanted to confirm it

 

[SovietPsychonaut]

Other than upgraded configurations, the M11Plus takes an innovative design for its appearance. Here are its specifications.
DAC: Dual out-of-print AK4497


Amp: THXAAA-78
SoC: Qualcomm 660+4G RAM+64G FLASH
Display: 5.5-inch 720, 18:9 LCD screen
Operation: Innovative physical volume button supporting sliding and pressing controls
Internal design: Femtosecond crystals+upgraded shielding design
Battery capacity: 6000mAh
System: all-new Android 10
Connectors: 2.5+3.5+4.4 PO output, 3.5 LO+4.4 LO output
Dimensions 136.6mm * 75.7mm * 17.6mm
Weight: Aluminium Alloy edition 310g, Stainless Steel limited edition 405g
Time to market: expected in May.
Price: to be determined.
Quantity: Both the Aluminium Alloy and Stainless Steel edition of the M11Plus will be available in limited quantities due to the halt production of AK4497. In the future, there might be a new edition of ESS DAC.


For more details, please look forward to the #FiiO 2021 Spring Launch Event.

Hey are there any updates from the launch event on the M11 Plus? Would like to know pricing and battery life

 

[edb]

Being a happy user of M11 for several months now. The slow volume wheel, accidental touch of buttons and battery life not long enough are my major hardware complaints. Software side, the FIIO music app needs some user friendly features for advanced users. In addition, I like the overall rectangle shape, but the button side looks ugly. Those are minor issues, like I said, I am happy with M11.

This M11 Pro seem to address most of my complaints, but I guess it is out of my budget (The price of M11 is already my upper limit.) Since I only bought it for a few months, I won't upgrade so soon anyway. Still, would like to know more about this new kid in the block.

 

[FiiO]

Hey are there any updates from the launch event on the M11 Plus? Would like to know pricing and battery life

Dear friend,

Thanks for the interest. The launch event of M11Plus will be May,20th or so.

Best regards

 

[SovietPsychonaut]

Dear friend,

Thanks for the interest. The launch event of M11Plus will be May,20th or so.

Best regards

got it thank you!

 

[dordorjai]

Dear friend,

Thanks for the interest. The launch event of M11Plus will be May,20th or so.

Best regards

I was about to buy M11 Pro when I get to know M11 Plus is coming. Does M11 Plus have the same sound signature as M11 Pro / Pro SS?

I like the sound signature of M11 Pro, therefore its a sure buy for me if Plus sounds similar.

 

[397324]

If the sound is similar, what is the need for anyone to upgrade from the M11 Pro? From the M11, maybe. We are using these portable devices in the Gym, walking to work, etc. Do we need that last 5% when you have traffic noise in the background? I think we all need to take a step back sometimes in this hobby. It seems we are more interested in the equipment than the music.

 

[dordorjai]

For me what holds me back from buying M11 Pro is it doesn't support Apple Music. This new version should solve this issue.

I like the sound signature of M11 pro but not other model of Fiio DAPs even M15. TBH.

 

[397324]

I haven't used Apple Music for a decade. Why do you need it? What does it have over the many other, sometimes free, music managing programs?