FIIO DM15 CD Player Ripper DAC R2R Black

The FiiO DM15 R2R is a hybrid architecture CD player designed to combine stabilised playback mechanics, discrete R2R conversion and high-power amplification within a chassis designed for both portable and desktop use. Its internal design is based on an R2R DAC with discrete resistors, totalling 192 resistors selected for their precision and thermal stability, enabling continuous and consistent digital-to-analogue conversion, faithful to organic texture and analogue timbres.

Beyond CD playback, this approach extends to a USB-C DAC function capable of handling high-resolution streams up to 32bit 384kHz PCM and DSD256, while retaining the same R2R conversion chain. The integrated amplification, capable of delivering up to 2 × 1150mW under 32 ohms in desktop mode, allows for connection to a wide variety of headphones, while Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity based on a Qualcomm QCC3095 chip enables wireless streaming via aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD and SBC codecs. This versatility is enhanced by differentiated power management, combining an internal battery for portable use and full bypass in a stationary configuration, making the DM15 R2R a CD player and DAC that fits naturally into everyday use.

FiiOo DM15 R2R : R2R DAC

The FiiOo DM15 R2R adopts an R2R conversion topology based on a discrete network of 192 resistors, organised into four independent channels of 48 resistors, enabling symmetrical and consistent conversion across the entire spectrum. These components are selected for a tolerance of 0.01% combined with a thermal drift limited to 30 ppm, ensuring electrical stability even during temperature variations associated with prolonged use. Beyond mathematical precision, this approach favours continuous signal reproduction, resulting in a dense and organic sound signature, directly inherited from traditional analogue architectures and particularly noticeable in timbres and dynamic micro-variations.