In 2013, Feiao launched its first lossless player, namely FiiO X3, which caused a lot of waves in the industry. Two years later, the second generation of FiiO X3, as its successor, officially came on the scene, which has significantly improved its system UI, operating experience and appearance design.

The packaging design of the second generation of FiiO X3 is the same as that of the FiiO X5. It is still the red and black theme, with detailed features and relevant parameters.

This time, we will still look at the main functions of the second generation of FiiO X3. At present, FiiO does not have the detailed hardware configuration and structure of the second generation of FiiO X3, which can not be said to be different from the previous generation and its own products. However, it can be determined that the second generation of FiiO X3 DAC chip is CS4398, and supports Hi Res level 192K/24B high-definition music playback, as well as native hard solution DSDs.

The second generation of FiiO X3 has continued the good tradition of FiiO's rich accessories. The whole line is equipped with corresponding silicone covers and screen protectors. In addition, mirco USB cable and coaxial conversion cable, as well as various warranty cards and manuals are equipped. Interestingly, the second generation of FiiO X3 also comes with three different body stickers, which is also a feature selling point of FiiO and can create a certain degree of personalization.

The second generation of FiiO X3 is used to replace the second generation of FiiO X3, which has been on the market for more than two years. Compared with the previous generation, the appearance design of the second generation of FiiO X3 has changed considerably, and it is OK to say that it is the same as our own FiiO X1. Of course, the second generation all metal body design of the FiiO X3, as well as the new internal quality audio architecture, have significantly improved both inside and outside.

Of course, more importantly, the second generation of FiiO X3 uses the iconic combination of turntable and physical keys in operation, and the operation experience is significantly improved compared with the previous generation. Interestingly, the turntable of the FiiO X3K is also improved compared with its own X1 and X5. According to the sense of paragraph, it is easier to grasp in operation,

It's not easy to say that the second generation of FiiO X3 and FiiO X1 are exactly the same. If you put them on the desktop, it's really difficult to distinguish them except for the surface color. Of course, the second generation of FiiO X3 is more comprehensive and mature in terms of details and functions.

First of all, on the audio interface, the second generation of FiiO X3 makes LO and PO independent, rather than software settings on FiiO X1, which will be more convenient in use. In addition, the buttons on the side have been fine tuned, so the blind spot of the volume key is more obvious and the blind operation is more convenient. In addition, the second generation of FiiO X3 has a ring of highlight around the fuselage, which enhances the sense of design.

The second generation of FiiO X3, or FiiO X1, is quite small in size and does not reach the level of "national brick", which is less choice among high quality players. The second generation of FiiO X3 uses an all metal body design. The overall process is better than that of the previous FiiO X5. Adding a circle of high gloss edges also improves the texture.

The second generation of FiiO X3 uses the widely acclaimed turntable and physical key operation in its operation, which is naturally highly praised compared with the previous generation of FiiO X3. And the second generation turntable of FiiO X3 has a clear sense of paragraph, which has a better psychological grasp in daily operation. The back is a metal backplane, which has a certain improvement in wear resistance compared with the plastic backplane of FiiO X1.

At present, we only know that the second generation of FiiO X3 uses a new quality audio architecture and dual crystal oscillator. The DAC is CS4398, and other more specific ones have not been announced yet. From the perspective of hands-on experience, the second generation of FiiO X3 has greatly improved the overall design and operation compared with the previous generation of FiiO X3, which is undoubtedly more convenient for users to use and experience. Although no specific selling price has been announced at present, considering that it is an updated product, the price will remain similar or even consistent with FiiO X3.

Of course, back to the point, what is the performance of the second generation of FiiO X3 in terms of sound quality? This needs to be used for a period of time before it can give you a more comprehensive answer.