FiiO DM13 Revives Portable CD Players With a High-Tech Twist

The new FiiO DM13 gives your CD collection a modern spin.

Just when we thought CDs were on their way out, FiiO surprises us with their latest creation: the DM13 portable CD player.

But don’t be fooled. This isn’t just a throwback to your parents’ Discman from the ’90s.

FiiO’s new take on the portable CD player blends the joy of physical media with modern audio tech. This sleek DM13 combines classic CD playback with new features. It’s a nod to the past that embraces the future, aiming to please both CD fans and tech-savvy listeners alike.

FiiO DM13 Features

The FiiO DM13 is not just a one-trick pony.

Sure, it plays CDs, but it also supports a wide range of digital audio formats such as MP3s, FLACs, or WAVs. It can even play AAC and WMA files burned onto CD-Rs. This means you can use it with your whole CD collection, from store-bought albums to your carefully curated mixtapes.

The versatility doesn’t stop there, though. The DM13 is also like a chameleon, adapting to your preferred listening style.

For the wire-free crowd, it supports Bluetooth playback with some serious codec muscle – we’re talking aptX, aptX HD, and aptX Low Latency.

But if you believe that wires are the way to great audio quality, you’ll appreciate the dual headphone outputs: a 3.5mm single-ended and a 4.4mm balanced option. This lets you pair the DM13 with a wide range of headphones, from FiiO’s own FT5 Planar Magnetic cans to their new FA19 in-ear monitors.

Home audio fans aren’t left out either. The DM13 plays nice with existing hi-fi systems, offering both an analog line-out and an SPDIF digital output. And, for those who’ve embraced the digital age, there’s even a USB audio output.

In short, FiiO designed the DM13 to seamlessly integrate into almost any audio setup.

Plus, remember how old Discmans would skip even when just bumped? FiiO fixed that with an Electronic Shock Protection (ESP) switch.

This nifty feature helps keep your tunes flowing smoothly, even when you’re on the move. It’s a godsend for those who like their music uninterrupted, whether commuting or going for a jog.

As a portable device, FiiO also made sure that the battery life won’t disappoint. Because of this, the DM13 promises up to 8 hours of playback on a single charge.

But here’s the kicker: for long listening sessions, FiiO added a desktop mode that lets the device run directly from a power outlet. When plugged in, this mode skips the internal battery and uses power straight from the source. So, you could technically listen non-stop if you wanted to.

Where to Buy

The FiiO DM13 is set to hit the shelves in September 2024, with a price tag of $179. It’s coming out in a sleek silver finish. But, if you’re looking to add a pop of color to your audio gear, FiiO plans to release additional colors – including red, blue, titanium, and black – later in the year.