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FiiO SNOWSKY ECHO 4GB High-Resolution Portable Music Player

FiiO SNOWSKY ECHO 4GB High-Resolution Portable Music Player

FiiO SNOWSKY ECHO 4GB High-Resolution Portable Music Player

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FiiO SNOWSKY ECHO 4GB Portable High-Resolution Lossless Music Player

Aluminum-magnesium alloy construction
2.39-inch frameless IPS HD color display
3.5 mm single-ended and 4.4 mm balanced headphone outputs
Dual DACs
USB DAC functionality
Bluetooth support
Micro SD card slot
EQ presets and customizable equalizer
Support for multiple music formats
DSD support
Inline control support
E-book functionality
Up to 14 hours of battery life
Hi-Res Audio certified

The ECHO series has been upgraded, moving from lightweight plastic to a sophisticated metal finish.

A tribute to legendary cassette players, featuring a dynamic retro user interface that brings the spinning tape back to life.

Rediscover your favorite music through a new metallic lens, where every note carries the weight of history.

Metal Construction

Enhanced Feel

The ECHO's body is made from 6000-series aluminum-magnesium alloy and precision-milled using CNC technology. The result is an exquisite tactile feel combined with a solid, premium weight.

The classic cassette-inspired design of the ECHO MINI returns, bringing back the charm and soul of another era.

HD Album Artwork and Lyrics Display

Vivid Colors

The ECHO features a range of specially designed dynamic retro user interfaces, including VU meters, animated cassette tapes, and audio visualizers, with full support for album artwork and song lyrics.

The 2.39-inch high-resolution color display brings album covers and lyrics to life in stunning detail, providing a truly comfortable viewing experience.

Supports LRC lyrics and embedded JPG album artwork.

Dual 3.5 mm and 4.4 mm Outputs

Exceptional Versatility

Equipped with a 3.5 mm single-ended headphone output and a 4.4 mm balanced output, the ECHO is compatible with almost any headphone cable or headphones, from entry-level IEMs to high-end boutique models.

Dual CS43198 DACs

Unleash Superior Sound

With two state-of-the-art CS43198 DACs and a dedicated power supply, the ECHO delivers balanced output power of up to 260 mW per channel, making it better equipped to drive everything from IEMs to full-size headphones.

UAC Support

Instantly Turn Your Music Player into a USB DAC

Thanks to UAC support, the ECHO can also function as an external USB DAC. Connect it to your smartphone or PC to take advantage of its high-end DAC chips and premium circuitry, instantly upgrading the sound quality of these devices.

Simply plug it in and start listening—no drivers required.

In UAC mode, charging can be disabled to conserve your smartphone's battery.

Comprehensive Audio Format Support

One Device for Every Need

With support for DSD, WAV, FLAC, APE, MP3, M4A, and OGG, the ECHO effortlessly handles virtually all major audio formats and a wide range of quality levels.

DSD support up to DSD256.
PCM support up to 24-bit/192 kHz.

Seamless Bluetooth Connectivity

Listen Without Limits

Easily connect your favorite Bluetooth headphones or speakers.

Enjoy your high-resolution music library with complete freedom, without cables.

Some devices may not be supported due to protocol compatibility limitations.

14 Hours of Battery Life

Thanks to its generous 1100 mAh battery, the ECHO provides over 14 hours of continuous playback, making it the ideal companion for even the longest journeys.

Micro SD Card Support

Significantly Expand Your Storage Capacity

The ECHO features 4 GB of internal memory and supports Micro SD cards up to 256 GB.

Easily store thousands of lossless tracks and take your high-quality music library with you wherever you go.

More Than Just a Music Player

An E-Book Reader in Your Pocket

The ECHO features a built-in TXT reader, allowing it to double as a portable e-reader.

Enjoy music and literature anytime, anywhere.

Inline Control Support

Everyday Convenience

With support for inline headphone controls, you can easily play or pause music, skip tracks, and adjust the volume.

CTIA standard support ensures broad compatibility with a wide range of devices.

Precise EQ Settings

A Personalized and Immersive Listening Experience

The ECHO supports multiple equalization modes, including a variety of built-in music genre presets that can be customized to suit your preferences.

It also features a high-precision custom equalizer that allows detailed adjustment of individual frequency bands, enabling you to create a unique sound signature perfectly tailored to your tastes.

Hi-Res Audio Certified

Guaranteed Sound Quality

The ECHO incorporates a dedicated audio crystal oscillator designed to improve audio signal accuracy.

Hi-Res Audio certification guarantees a premium listening experience.

Eye-Catching Colors

Style at Your Fingertips

From elegant, understated tones to vibrant, eye-catching shades, there's a color to match your personal style.

Official Protective Cases

Tailor-Made for You

Available in official leather and TPU versions, these protective cases have been precisely designed to fit the ECHO perfectly.

Enjoy a refined tactile feel and reliable build quality.

Technical Specifications

Feature	Specifications
Colors	Black, Sky Blue, Orange, Green
Weight	Approx. 85 g
Dimensions	85 × 55.5 × 14.3 mm
Display	2.39-inch frameless IPS HD color display, 222 × 480 pixels
DAC	2 × CS43198
Internal memory	4 GB
External storage	Micro SD card, up to 256 GB
Supported Bluetooth codec	SBC
Supported music formats	DSD, WAV, FLAC, APE, MP3, M4A, OGG
Supported sampling rates	DSD: 64/128/256; WAV: 24-bit/192 kHz; FLAC: 24-bit/192 kHz; APE: 24-bit/192 kHz
USB DAC sampling rate	PCM 16-bit/48 kHz
Outputs	3.5 mm single-ended / 4.4 mm balanced
Output power 1	L+R ≥ 120 mW + 120 mW (32 Ω, single-ended, THD+N < 1%)
Output power 2	L+R ≥ 260 mW + 260 mW (32 Ω, balanced, THD+N < 1%)
Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)	≥ 131 dB (32 Ω, A-weighted)
Total harmonic distortion plus noise (THD+N)	0.0004%
Noise level	0.8 μV

Package Contents

1 × ECHO
1 × USB cable
1 × User manual
1 × Warranty card

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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