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FiiO Expands 2026 Hi-Fi Lineup

New LEVEL 1 Amplifier, JT9 Planar Headphones, and Class A Amplifier Revealed

Marco Lisi by Marco Lisi
July 13, 2026
in News, Amplifiers
Reading Time: 3 mins read
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FiiO strengthens its desktop and personal audio portfolio with powerful new amplification and high-resolution headphones ahead of Vienna High-End 2026.

  • FiiO LEVEL 1, JT9, and Class A Headphone Amplifier Incoming
  • FiiO LEVEL 1: Compact High-Power Desktop Amplifier
  • FiiO JT9: Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones
  • FiiO Class A Headphone Amplifier: Pure Discrete Design
  • Availability and Next Steps

FiiO LEVEL 1, JT9, and Class A Headphone Amplifier Incoming

FiiO has announced three exciting new additions to its growing high-end hi-fi lineup for 2026. The latest releases include the LEVEL 1 desktop amplifier, the JT9 open-back planar magnetic headphones, and a dedicated Class A Headphone Amplifier. These products will be officially unveiled at the upcoming Vienna High-End Show.

FiiO LEVEL 1: Compact High-Power Desktop Amplifier

Leading the new releases is the FiiO LEVEL 1, a compact yet powerful high-resolution desktop amplifier capable of delivering up to 2 x 300W output. Built around the proven Texas Instruments TPA3255 chip, it offers impressive performance in a small footprint, making it ideal for modern hi-fi setups where space is limited.

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Key Features:

  • Multiple inputs: RCA LINE IN, USB, coaxial, and Bluetooth 6.0 with LDAC support
  • Dedicated subwoofer and pre-out connections
  • Bass and treble tone controls for intuitive sound shaping
  • Premium audiophile components: six-layer immersion gold PCB, German and Japanese capacitors
  • Stylish chassis with aluminium alloy and wood accents

The FiiO LEVEL 1 is priced at $139 / £139, offering exceptional value for a high-power Class D amplifier with versatile connectivity.

FiiO JT9: Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones

The FiiO JT9 is an open-back planar magnetic headphone designed for serious audiophile listening. It features a large 95 x 86mm custom planar driver with an ultra-thin diaphragm, FiiO’s patented dual-coating technology, and a uniform magnetic field for superior transient response and tonal accuracy.

Despite the substantial driver size, the JT9 remains lightweight at just 365g and offers a foldable design for better portability. With a sensitivity of 95dB/mW, it is easy to drive from a wide range of sources. The package includes both 3.5mm single-ended and balanced 4.4mm cables.

FiiO Class A Headphone Amplifier: Pure Discrete Design

Rounding out the trio is FiiO’s new Class A Headphone Amplifier — a fully discrete transistor pure Class A design targeting enthusiasts of high-end headphones. It delivers 1000mW + 1000mW of pure Class A power, supported by a custom 60W toroidal transformer and a high-quality discrete regulated power supply.

Key Highlights:

  • Five selectable gain levels
  • Independent bass and treble controls
  • 12V Trigger IN/OUT for system integration
  • Versatile connectivity: 3.5mm, 4.4mm, XLR headphone outputs, plus RCA input/output

Availability and Next Steps

Full global release details and final pricing for the JT9 headphones and Class A Headphone Amplifier will be shared during the Vienna High-End Show on June 4th. FiiO will be exhibiting in the World of Headphones section at booth H X4, N01.

These new products demonstrate FiiO’s continued push into the premium hi-fi segment, blending performance, features, and accessibility.


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Marco Lisi is the publisher of Best of High End, part of AV Concepts BV. His path into audio started early: as a teenager he was drawn into the world of free radio, presenting shows and living immersed in music every day. In his early twenties he ran his own production studio for five years, creating jingles and commercials — hands-on training in sound design, pro-audio workflows, and critical listening through studio monitors that still shapes how he evaluates gear today. He also spent years DJing in clubs before moving into publishing, first at two earlier online magazines before founding Best of High End. His hi-fi and home cinema passion was inherited from his father, an inveterate system-swapper. Marco's first setup — a confirmation gift — paired AKAI separates with entry-level Bowers & Wilkins speakers, a brand he stayed loyal to for years as his system grew from stereo into full surround and home cinema. Like many enthusiasts, he went through an extended "audiophile" phase chasing the next upgrade, before settling into a more grounded view: gear as a means to enjoy music and film, not an end in itself. Years of critical listening have given him a well-trained ear — the ability to characterize a system or pinpoint a change in the chain quickly and accurately. Just as important, his teaching background (a Belgian "regent" degree in Dutch language) gives him the tools to translate those listening impressions into clear, readable writing.

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