FiiO RR11

The FiiO RR11 is a fun little niche product that puts musicality front and center. I do feel like it makes much more sense as an amplifier than as a radio; however, some will surely find good value in its primary function. The Magic Bass adds a nice level of customization, and the analog sound signature is a joy to pair with brighter IEMs and tunings that I would normally find troublesome. There is a trade-off, though, as the technical performance of those IEMs will be brought down a few notches. If you are in the market for a hi-fi portable radio, the RR11 is a great option, although it is limited to FM stations only. I recommend picking one up more for use as a DAC/amp, which I find very enjoyable. Ideally, I'd like FiiO to make a new product that ditches the radio function, adds Bluetooth and a 4.4 mm connection, and puts it all into a smaller form factor. If this hypothetical device could be priced around the current RR11's $60 price tag, I believe it would be a fantastic option in today's market. While a hi-fi radio may be a niche product in an already niche hobby, I'm glad FiiO continues to innovate and try new things. I look forward to seeing what the company comes up with next.

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Author: thaslaya; From:head-fi.org

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