FiiO DT11 Pre-Orders Open: Price and Release Date

The pre-order period for the FiiO DT11, a portable Android-based digital audio transport, began today (August 26). The information was disclosed on the Head-Fi forum shortly after Sunny, a FiiO representative, shared a promotional banner for the DT11. See all the details below.

Update (August 30): The FiiO DT11 had its price adjusted one day after the start of pre-orders, so the amount stated in the “Release, Price, and Availability” section has been updated. Explanations regarding the digital conditioning circuit for data transmission through the USB port have also been added.

Update (August 31): A list of the countries where the FiiO DT11 is available for purchase through FiiO’s official AliExpress store has been added to the “Release, price, and availability” section. In addition, an explanation of the price differences between regions has been included.

FiiO Opens DT11 Pre-Orders Just Over One Month Before Launch

To gauge purchase interest, Sunny, a FiiO representative, presented a proposal on the U.S.-based Head-Fi forum. The idea was to offer the DT11 through FiiO’s official AliExpress store with full payment required at the time of pre-order.

Published on August 7 in the “Face to face with James, Anything about FiiO” thread on the Head-Fi forum, Sunny’s message stated the following:

“The initial production run will be limited. We may offer pre-orders with full payment through our official AliExpress store, allowing you to secure your order and gain early access to the device.”

The same post stated that, if there was sufficient interest in purchasing the DT11, pre-orders would begin in late August. Head-Fi users responded positively, and a product listing was subsequently created on FiiO’s official AliExpress store this Wednesday (August 26).

New Information About the FiiO DT11

Along with the start of DT11 pre-orders, a promotional banner for the product was shared. The material contains only information about the product’s main features, but fortunately, Hi-Fi Hub has already gathered all the available details for you.

The DT11’s Five Operating Modes

Photos shared on the Rednote social network revealed that the FiiO DT11 has five operating modes:

• Android Mode
• Pure Music Mode
• USB DAC Mode
• Bluetooth Receiving Mode
• AirPlay

The DT11 can deliver its best performance only in Android Mode and Pure Music Mode. These modes allow users to employ the USB and coaxial connections and benefit from the improvements implemented in the device.

Two Coaxial Output Ports

To provide broader compatibility, FiiO equipped the DT11 with two 3.5 mm coaxial ports. One uses FiiO’s proprietary pinout, while the other adopts a universal pinout. According to a Rednote user, only the coaxial port with FiiO’s pinout features electrical isolation.

Below, you can see a photo of the coaxial ports located on the top of the DT11.

Dedicated USB-C Data Port

The DT11 has two USB-C ports: one for power and another for data transmission. Separating digital data transmission from the power supply is important for preventing interference.

Digital Signal Conditioning Circuit

FiiO developed a digital conditioning system designed to reduce interference during audio signal transmission. According to FiiO CEO James Chung, the USB-C port dedicated to data “features shaping and isolation, making the transmitted digital signal waveform cleaner and more standardized.”

The benefits of isolating the data USB port can only be used when connecting DACs with built-in batteries or desktop DACs connected to a power outlet. When the DT11 is connected this way, it operates in “USB Clean” mode.

Another operating mode, called “USB Direct,” was developed for connecting portable DAC/amps without internal batteries. When this mode is enabled, the USB data port supplies power, with an output capacity of up to 9 W.

Desktop Mode

The FiiO DT11 includes Desktop Mode. However, because the device has no amplification circuit or headphone outputs, this feature serves only to bypass the battery.

Same Clock Architecture as the FiiO M27, the Company’s Flagship DAP

To provide the DT11 with a stable, interference-free digital audio stream, FiiO implemented a high-capacity FPGA chip. The company also used two high-performance femtosecond crystal oscillators. The same configuration is employed in FiiO’s top-of-the-line DAP, the M27.

MagSafe-Compatible Magnet

Because the DT11 was designed for both portable and desktop use, it features a MagSafe-compatible magnet. This allows users to attach a portable DAC/amp to the back of the device or mount the DT11 itself on a MagSafe-compatible desktop stand.

Battery Life

The FiiO DT11 can provide up to 20 hours of continuous playback through its 4,000 mAh lithium-ion battery. This battery life exceeds the 16 hours previously announced by the company.

FiiO DT11: Partial Specifications

General Specifications

• Bluetooth: Transmission and reception are supported
• Chassis material: Aluminum alloy
• Coaxial ports: Two coaxial ports, one with FiiO’s pinout and another with a universal pinout
• Colors: Black and Silver
• Desktop Mode: Bypasses the battery
• Display: 4.7-inch LCD with 720p resolution
• Internal storage: 64 GB
• MagSafe-compatible magnet: Supports the attachment of portable DACs and desktop stands
• Memory: 4 GB of RAM
• microSD card slot (TF): Supports microSD cards with capacities of up to 2 TB
• Operating system (OS): Android 13
• Physical buttons: Play/pause, next track, previous track, volume up, and volume down
• SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 680
• USB ports: Two USB ports, one for data and another for power
• Wi-Fi

Battery Specifications

• Battery capacity: 4,000 mAh
• Battery life: Up to 20 hours of continuous playback
• Supports 20W fast charging with PD (Power Delivery)

Launch, Pricing, and Availability

The FiiO DT11 is available for pre-order internationally in black and silver for US$299 (excluding taxes and duties) through FiiO’s official AliExpress store. The price increased one day after pre-orders began. Its official global release date is October 1, when shipments will begin.

The price shown at checkout when purchasing the FiiO DT11 on AliExpress may vary. According to FiiO, this is due to conversion into the currency of your country, along with exchange-rate fees and any applicable local duties and/or taxes.

At the time of writing, pre-orders for the FiiO DT11 are available through FiiO’s official AliExpress store in the following countries/regions:

• Asia: Israel, the United Arab Emirates, Japan, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore.
• North America: Canada and the United States.
• South America: Chile, Brazil, Peru, and Argentina.
• Oceania: Australia and New Zealand.
• Europe: Belgium, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Croatia, Hungary, Ireland, Iceland, Sweden, Slovakia, Portugal, Romania, and Austria.