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FiiO Jade Audio LEVEL 1 Digital High-Res Integrated Amplifier

FiiO Jade Audio LEVEL 1 Digital High-Res Integrated Amplifier

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FiiO Jade Audio LEVEL 1 – the new high-power FiiO T-Amp with refined sound quality, featuring digital inputs + Bluetooth LDAC, delivering 300 watts into 4 ohms

LEVEL 1 is the new control centre for loudspeakers: simply connect a Bluetooth source, a CD player or a streamer to create a complete, powerful, high-quality music system.

- 2×300W output at 4Ω

- Texas Instruments TPA3255 amplifier platform

- Bluetooth 6.0 with SBC, AAC, and LDAC support

- USB, coaxial, and line-level inputs

- Speaker, subwoofer, and pre-out connections

- Independent bass and treble controls

- RGB input and codec indicator lighting

- Aluminum chassis with real wood panels

- External 48V/5A power supply included

- Smartphone app FiiO Control can also regulate the volume of the unit

Power amplifier with Bluetooth LDAC

The LEVEL 1 is a compact desktop power amplifier built around the Texas Instruments TPA3255 platform, capable of delivering up to 2×300W while maintaining a footprint closer to a notebook than a traditional amplifier. It includes Bluetooth 6.0 with LDAC support, USB, coaxial, and line-level inputs, as well as dedicated outputs for speakers, subwoofer, and pre-out connections.

2 × 300W power output

Despite its compact size, the LEVEL 1 is designed to power a wide range of speakers effectively. It delivers up to 2×300W into 4Ω, making it suitable for bookshelf speakers, desktop monitors, and even some floorstanding models. The standard 48V/5A power supply ensures reliable everyday performance, while higher-capacity supplies can provide additional dynamic headroom when needed.

TI amplification with low distortion

At its core, the amplifier uses the Texas Instruments TPA3255 chipset. Thanks to integrated feedback architecture and high-speed error correction, it achieves very low distortion while maintaining high efficiency. This results in stable output with a signal-to-noise ratio of around 105dB and very low THD+N, preserving detail without introducing audible noise.

Audiophile-focused internal design

The internal layout is engineered for signal integrity and stability. A six-layer PCB with reinforced copper traces ensures clean power distribution, while shielded inductors reduce electromagnetic interference. Capacitors from WIMA, Nichicon, and ELNA are used in key stages to maintain tonal balance and control across the frequency spectrum.

Flexible input connectivity

The LEVEL 1 supports a variety of sources, including USB, coaxial, line-in, and Bluetooth. This makes it easy to connect computers, streamers, CD players, or smartphones. USB input supports up to 24-bit/96kHz PCM playback, allowing direct digital connection without the need for an external DAC.

Subwoofer and pre-out integration

Dedicated subwoofer and pre-out outputs allow the system to expand according to user needs. You can add a powered subwoofer for extended low frequencies or connect an external amplifier for more complex setups. This flexibility makes it suitable for both simple stereo systems and more advanced configurations.

Manual tone controls

The front panel features independent bass and treble knobs, offering direct control over tonal balance. Adjustments are smooth and intuitive, allowing quick sound customization based on speakers, recordings, or listening preferences without accessing menus or software.

Bluetooth with LDAC support

Bluetooth 6.0 provides wireless connectivity with support for SBC, AAC, and LDAC codecs. With LDAC capable of transmitting up to 990 kbps, more musical detail is preserved compared to standard Bluetooth, making it a practical option for higher-quality wireless listening.

Metal and wood construction

The chassis combines aluminum alloy with real wood side panels, giving the unit a solid and refined appearance on any desk or shelf. This construction also enhances durability and helps with heat dissipation during extended use.

High-current external power supply

The included 48V/5A power adapter is designed for stable current delivery with low ripple noise. This contributes to cleaner output, improved dynamic control, and consistent performance, especially when driving more demanding speakers.

Specifications

Amplifier chip: Texas Instruments TPA3255

Bluetooth chip: BT8961

Bluetooth codecs: SBC / AAC / LDAC

Input voltage: DC 24–53V

Inputs: Line-in / USB / Coaxial / Bluetooth

Outputs: Speaker out

USB input: up to 24-bit / 96kHz PCM

Output power: 300W + 300W at 4Ω (THD+N < 10%)

Signal-to-noise ratio: 105dB

Dimensions: 181 × 133 × 36 mm (7.1 × 5.2 × 1.4 in)

Weight: 676 g (1.49 lb)

What’s included

LEVEL 1 ×1

AC power cable ×1

48V 5A power adapter ×1

Warranty card ×1

Quick start guide ×1

FiiO: High-Resolution Music, for Everyone

FiiO was founded in 2007 in Guangzhou, China. The idea behind the company was simple and, at the time, almost provocative: quality sound should not be confined to listening rooms, but should be able to follow people on the train, at the office, or on their desk. The name says it all. “Fi” comes from fidelity, while “iO” are the one and zero of the digital world. The motto, “Born for Music,” has remained the same ever since.

The first products were small portable headphone amplifiers, devices costing just a few dozen euros that did one thing and did it well. From there, FiiO built, piece by piece, one of the most comprehensive catalogs in personal audio. Today, it is one of the largest companies in the industry, with in-house design and manufacturing, while retaining the philosophy of its beginnings: every product should offer something more than its price would lead you to expect.

Sound First

There is a common thread running through the entire catalog, from the smallest dongle to the tube amplifier: it all starts with sound. This is not a marketing statement, but a technical choice that can be seen in the company’s design decisions. FiiO develops its firmware and amplification architectures in-house and, in its latest models, even its digital-to-analog conversion, using discrete-resistor R2R DACs. Where it uses third-party components, it selects those that many competitors reserve for higher price ranges. Then every product is fine-tuned by ear, not just on paper.

The result is a recognizable sonic signature: clean, balanced, free from artificial emphasis, with a constant focus on natural timbre. This is why a brand born for a young, portable audience is now taken seriously even by audiophiles with years of experience with high-end systems. Price and size may vary from one product to another. The attention to sound does not.

Hi-Fi in Your Pocket: Players, DACs and Portable Amplifiers

This is the territory where FiiO built its reputation, and it remains the heart of the catalog.

The high-resolution music players cover every need. The range starts with the compact JM21, designed for those who want a genuine dedicated player without spending a great deal, and extends to the M Series models with Android, all the way to the flagship M27, which brings the power and sophistication of desktop electronics to a portable device. With the M33 R2R, discrete-resistor conversion, traditionally associated with more sought-after desktop DACs, makes its first appearance in a pocket-sized player.

For those who prefer listening from a smartphone, there are the plug-in DACs of the KA Series and the Bluetooth receivers of the BTR Series. They are small, affordable, and turn any phone into a hi-fi source, with balanced outputs and enough power to drive demanding headphones. The Q Series models and the QX13 add a battery, a screen, and a desktop mode, for those who want a single device to use both on the road and at home.

Hi-Fi on Your Head: Headphones and Earphones

In recent years, FiiO has invested heavily in headphones, with results that have surprised even those who once considered the company solely an electronics manufacturer.

The FT Series includes open-back and closed-back headphones, using both dynamic and planar magnetic drivers, ranging from the FT1 to the FT7, with a price-to-performance ratio that has forced many established brands to reconsider their pricing. The JT Series, with the JT7 and the new JT9, brings large-surface-area planar magnetic drivers into a price range where dynamic solutions are normally the only option. The in-ear earphones, from the hybrid models in the FH and FX Series to the dynamic FD models, complete the offering for those who want the very best in mobility.

The New Frontier: Home Audio

This is the most recent chapter and, in many ways, the most interesting one. FiiO decided to bring the same philosophy to the desktop and living room, and within just a few years it has built a complete range of home audio products.

The starting point was the R7, an all-in-one system that combines a streamer, DAC, headphone amplifier, and preamplifier in a single unit with a vertical screen. From there, the range has expanded in every direction.

The DAC/headphone amplifiers in the K Series range from the compact K11, which redefined what could reasonably be expected from an affordable desktop unit, to the flagship K15 and K17, with integrated streaming and parametric equalization. R2R versions, such as the K11 R2R and K17 R2R Pro, offer discrete-resistor conversion at prices that, until recently, would have been unthinkable for this technology.

For speaker-based systems, there are the S Series network sources, with the S15 as the reference model; the compact Level 1 integrated amplifier, with its wood-and-aluminum front panel; and the AIR AMP, which combines a streamer, DAC, and a 120-watt-per-channel power amplifier in a single chassis. Vinyl is not forgotten either: the TT13 turntable, fully automatic and equipped with a built-in phono stage, is designed for those who want to approach records without complications. The active speakers in the SP Series complete a system that can be built entirely around the same brand.

FiiO has also brought the CD back into the spotlight. The DM13 and DM15 R2R are portable players that work equally well on a desktop, with an integrated headphone amplifier and, in the case of the DM15, an in-house-developed R2R DAC.

The most significant step is the EA13, the company’s first tube amplifier, with EL34 output tubes, accompanied by the SV13 passive speakers. We listened to it extensively and were impressed by its balance, refinement, and naturalness: a sound that never becomes tiring, reproduces voices and instruments with realism, and has none of the caricatured “warm” effect one might expect from a first attempt at tube amplification. It is the clearest proof that, at FiiO, attention to sound does not depend on the product category.

Jade Audio: The Essentials, Done Right

Jade Audio is the brand through which FiiO brings its technology to more accessible products. Its Chinese name, “Fei Sheng,” means “the sound of jade”: a clear and enjoyable listening experience without sacrificing fidelity.

The formula is straightforward. Remove the extra features, retain the sonic architecture and build quality, and arrive at a price that opens the doors of hi-fi to people who have never spent more than a few dozen euros on music. The earphones in the JD and JH Series, the JA11 plug-in DAC, and the other Jade Audio products are often an listener’s first encounter with high-resolution sound. Many do not go back after that.

SNOWSKY: The Joy of Music, with a Smile

The first product was the Retro Nano, a cassette-shaped Bluetooth DAC. Then came the Echo Mini, a dedicated music player with two DACs and a balanced output, bringing back the pleasure of having a pocket-sized device designed purely for listening. The family grew quickly: the more refined Echo; the Echo Nano, weighing just over thirty grams and controlled by a rotary wheel; the Disc, with its circular screen reminiscent of a CD player; the Tiny, a smartphone DAC the size of a coin; and the Wind and Nature headphones, which are lightweight and colorful. These are affordable products aimed at people who love music before they love audio systems. But even here, sound is taken seriously.

Three Brands, One Promise

FiiO, Jade Audio, and SNOWSKY speak to different audiences: the enthusiast building their own system, the person looking for a first step into hi-fi, and those who simply want a beautiful object with which to listen to music. What brings them together is a commitment that applies to all three: to make music sound good, at every level and at every budget.

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The volume control is operated by an ALPS Blue Velvet series potentiometer; the control position is indicated by a blue LED, specially designed for its anti-static properties. A volume-controlled passive output allows connection of an active subwoofer or a headphone amplifier.

As with the chassis design, particular attention has been paid to eliminating and controlling every vibration generated by the power transformer.

An aluminum remote control is supplied for operating the amplifier's volume.

List of items included:
- Power cable
- Multifunction remote control
- User and maintenance manual
- Manufacturer's warranty

Technical Specifications:

POWER OUTPUT @ 8 OHM 70 W RMS per Channel
DAMPING @ 100 Hz > 100
Frequency Response – 1.5 dB @ max. power 10–50 kHz
Sensitivity for all line inputs 200 mV
Tape recorder output voltage 150 mV
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) > 0.1%
Signal-to-noise ratio > 100 dB
Line input impedance 50 kΩ / 220 pF
Power supply and power consumption 110/220 VAC, 190 W, 50/60 Hz
Weight and dimensions 10 kg net – 430 × 300 × 108 mm (W × D × H)

FiiO Jade Audio LEVEL 1 Digital High-Res Integrated Amplifier

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LEVEL 1 is the new control centre for loudspeakers: simply connect a Bluetooth source, a CD player or a streamer to create a complete, powerful, high-quality music system.

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