FiiO Q5, the mightiest Bluetooth/DSD DAC&Amp ever, available now
Jan 19, 2018 at 4:52 AM Thread Starter Post #1 of 48

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We've been expecting for the Q5 for a very long time, don't we? After hundreds of days of R&D and debugging, it finally gets ready to say hello to the world!

A. About Q5

To start with, let's take a glance at the main features of the Q5:

※ Dual AK4490EN DAC chips for the ultimate in decoding performance

※ XMOS USB Audio to ensure a rock-solid connection

※ Certified by 3 Major Bodies (Hi-Res Audio, MFi and aptX)

※ Interchangeable amp modules, fully compatible with FiiO’s lineup

※ Balanced and single-ended outputs all in the AM3A

※ Audiophile-grade components (OPA1642 + MSP432 + Panasonic film capacitors + NJW1195)

※ State-of-the-art ADC volume control

※ 3800 mAh battery for longer listening

※ Powerful functionality (High performance USB DAC for computers, iPhones, WM-port players; world-class Bluetooth audio and one-stop shop for all of your coaxial/optical/line input needs…)


There's just too much of it!

For the detailed introduction of Q5: >> Click here

For the introductory video of Q5: >> Click here

For the comparison between Q5 and Q1 Mark II: >> Click here


B. Available on FiiO Aliexpress Store Now

The very first batch is limited in quantity, so we mainly sell to domestic market first. But in order to meet the needs of some users abroad who are starving for the Q5, we now arrange a small quantity on FiiO Aliexpress Store: >> Click here. For this very batch, you will get a free leather case LC-Q5 (For its introduction: >> Click here ) and a lovely FiiO goat mascot. (P.S. Apart from the LC-Q5, more accessories such as LC-Q5i / L27 / L28 will be available for purchase separately.)


C. Enjoy Your New Q5 to the Fullest with FiiO Music App

Moreover, after connected the Q5 to your phone via Bluetooth, you can easily set and control the Q5 through the FiiO Music App.

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D. Q5 Review Tour on Head-Fi

Before you make purchase decision, you are even welcomed to join the review tour that is available on Head-Fi : >> Click here



E. When to Buy from Local Sales Agents

Last but not least, more stocks will be available soon by the very end of this month, we will update the daily delivery info and you may check with our worldwide sales agents (>> Click here) for its availability by then. For better before and after sales service, we suggest you to wait till then to buy from local sales agents. Please stay tuned with us!


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Jan 20, 2018 at 5:22 AM Post #2 of 48
Thanks so much :) it is finally out.

Just bought one. I am your 17th customer. Shipping to London. Look forward to it :)
 
Jan 27, 2018 at 9:54 PM Post #5 of 48
I'm not sure about the sound quality of Bluetooth though. I remembered vaguely reading some article stated that Bluetooth audio is somewhat a compressed format (like mp3) therefore it compromises the sound quality. Unlike USB, the audio signal is not compressed. So, to me, using Bluetooth for audio seem to defeat the purpose of obtaining this great DAC.
 
Jan 28, 2018 at 2:09 AM Post #6 of 48
Now the Bluetooth capabilities of the Q5 are one of the main reasons I'm getting it :) I've done otg with other DACs..but am interested in a non SBC Bluetooth setup.

Honestly, I've struggled with the same question myself for a while, but after a fair bit of research am comfortable with AptX which Fiio have put in. I actually changed my phone rom to one that would support this. If fiio ever release AptX HD, as a firmware, which they just couldn't do before the putting the DAC out there, I'll be very happy.
 
Feb 5, 2018 at 8:56 AM Post #8 of 48
Can't wait to test at a local store. Similar components with X5iii, so I am guessing the sound should be similar?
 
Feb 6, 2018 at 4:53 AM Post #9 of 48
Can't wait to test at a local store. Similar components with X5iii, so I am guessing the sound should be similar?
Dear friend,

Generally, dedicated DAC+AMP could sound better than the player with same DAC chip. :gs1000smile:

Those players with amplifer as well are designed for integrated function may have relative average level for each part.

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Feb 9, 2018 at 11:42 PM Post #11 of 48
Looking to purchase the q5. Wondering if it will be available to buy soon. Alie express or Amazon preferably.
 
Feb 10, 2018 at 4:21 AM Post #15 of 48
thanks i went to check out and pay. they wanted pictures of my id card and pictures of my credit card as well as bank statements. is this normal ? they dont use pay pal either.
 
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