Desktop DACs & Headphone Amps

Quick answer: Top picks: the FiiO K11 R2R (Black, $169.99), an R2R DAC/headphone amp rated 1300mW per channel at 32Ω balanced, for a wired computer desk; the FiiO K13 R2R (Black, $297.99) if you also want LDAC Bluetooth, XLR line outputs and 10-band PEQ; and the SMSL AO300 PRO ($226.99) to run passive speakers from a TV over HDMI eARC. Our FiiO K11 R2R vs K13 R2R comparison shows what the extra $128 buys.

Desktop stacks from SMSL, Topping, Fosi Audio, Aune and xDuoo — measurement-first DACs, powerful headphone amps and compact all-in-ones for the desk. Brand new stock, free US shipping, 45-day returns.