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product_id: 486694356
title: "K5 Pro Gaming DAC Headphone Amplifier Mini Hi-Fi Stereo Digital-to-Analog Audio Converter USB Type C/Optical/Coaxial to RCA/3.5MM AUX for PS5/PC/MAC/Computer"
brand: "fosi audio"
price: "€ 167.16"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Fosi Audio"
url: https://www.desertcart.fi/products/486694356-k5-pro-gaming-dac-headphone-amplifier-mini-hi-fi-stereo
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region: Finland
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# Supports 16-300Ω headphones 1000mW output power @16Ω USB-C/Optical/Coaxial inputs K5 Pro Gaming DAC Headphone Amplifier Mini Hi-Fi Stereo Digital-to-Analog Audio Converter USB Type C/Optical/Coaxial to RCA/3.5MM AUX for PS5/PC/MAC/Computer

**Brand:** fosi audio
**Price:** € 167.16
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎮 Elevate your audio game — hear every detail, dominate every match!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** K5 Pro Gaming DAC Headphone Amplifier Mini Hi-Fi Stereo Digital-to-Analog Audio Converter USB Type C/Optical/Coaxial to RCA/3.5MM AUX for PS5/PC/MAC/Computer by fosi audio
- **How much does it cost?** € 167.16 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fi](https://www.desertcart.fi/products/486694356-k5-pro-gaming-dac-headphone-amplifier-mini-hi-fi-stereo)

## Best For

- fosi audio enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted fosi audio brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Robust Build & Design:** Sleek aluminum chassis with solid rubber feet ensures durability and stability on your desktop setup.
- • **Immersive Gaming Audio:** Unlock crystal-clear sound with ultra-low distortion (THD ≤0.003%) and a wide dynamic range for competitive edge.
- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** Instant recognition by consoles and computers with a multifunctional volume/power/input button for effortless control.
- • **Versatile Connectivity:** Seamlessly connect PS5, PC, Mac, or active speakers via USB-C, Optical, or Coaxial inputs for ultimate flexibility.
- • **Precision Sound Control:** Master volume, bass, and treble knobs let you tailor your audio experience with professional-grade accuracy.

## Overview

The Fosi Audio K5 Pro is a compact, high-performance DAC headphone amplifier designed for gamers and audiophiles alike. Featuring USB-C, Optical, and Coaxial inputs, it delivers up to 1000mW output power to headphones ranging from 16 to 300Ω. With ultra-low distortion, a wide dynamic range, and customizable bass/treble controls, it transforms your PS5, PC, or Mac audio into a rich, immersive experience. Its solid aluminum build and intuitive multifunction control make it a must-have for professional-grade sound on any desktop.

## Description

Product description Fosi Audio K5 Pro Stereo Gaming DAC Headphone Amplifier The K5 Pro has a high-performance audio circuit designed by the Fosi Audio innovation product R&D team, allowing you to take advantage of digital audio with USB C/optical/coaxial inputs, convenient for connecting various digital interfactes, compatible with PS5/Computers, etc. Desktop Headphone Amp the upgraded version of Fosi Audio Q4 Fosi Audio USB DAC Headphone Amp Combo Input: USB-C/OPT/COA/3.5MM Microphone; Output: RCA/3.5mm Headphone OPT/COA Sampling Rate: up to 24bit/192 kHz; Output power: 1000mw@16Ω, 500mw@32Ω, 300mw@64Ω, 150mw@128Ω, 80mw@300Ω; THD: 110db; Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz Recommended headphone impedance: 16-300Ω; Dimensions: 4.4x3.7x1.2 in(112x95x30mm). practical and usefull NEW DAC Headphone Amp RCA output can be connected to an amplifier or powered speakers on your desktop. outstanding performance Exclusive Design with Independent Mic Input Microphone interface can drive 16 Ohm to 300 Ohm headphones. richer audio details Great Sound Quality Next-generation DAC for unrivaled performance to make your music sound great rich and delicate sound Gaming Starts Here Converts USB Type C/Optical/Coaxial signals to 3.5MM AUX and RCA signals with low distortion elegant grey exterior Desktop DAC and Headphone Amplifier The knobs are high quality and turn very smoothly, they’re quite enjoyable to use. works with PS5 USB audio Mini Stereo Gaming DAC Great Value Headphone AMP/DAC with Bass/Treble Control easy to install Plug-n-play, No Driver Needed If you have RCA speakers and want to connect them to a computer, get this device! RCA ouput Great sound quality Next-generation DAC for unrivalled performance, make your music sound great at home on your desk. Is the K5 Pro driverless on Windows 7? Yes, it is driverless. Is the K5 Pro driverless on Windows 7? Yes, it is driverless. What’s the sample rate of USB/Optical/Coaxial? USB supports up to 24-bit 96 KHz, while Optical and Coaxial support up to 24-bit 192 KHz. What’s the sample rate of USB/Optical/Coaxial? USB supports up to 24-bit 96 KHz, while Optical and Coaxial support up to 24-bit 192 KHz. My K5 Pro won't turn on with my iPhone 14. Ensure you are using a USB-C to Lightning OTG cable. For devices that may not output enough power, try using an additional USB splitter cable for power supply. My K5 Pro won't turn on with my iPhone 14. Ensure you are using a USB-C to Lightning OTG cable. For devices that may not output enough power, try using an additional USB splitter cable for power supply. Unable to Power On. To power on the device, press and hold the volume button for a longer time. Unable to Power On. To power on the device, press and hold the volume button for a longer time. How to use K5 PRO with PS5? Plug headset into K5 Pro via 3.5mm splitter. Go to PS5 Settings > Sound > Audio Output, select Output Device > Fosi Audio K5PRO. Adjust mic level to optimal range. Ensure PS5 output/input set to Fosi Audio K5PRO. How to use K5 PRO with PS5? Plug headset into K5 Pro via 3.5mm splitter. Go to PS5 Settings > Sound > Audio Output, select Output Device > Fosi Audio K5PRO. Adjust mic level to optimal range. Ensure PS5 output/input set to Fosi Audio K5PRO. Friendly Solutions Guide for Fosi Audio K5 Pro Function Issue Solutions: 1. To mute speakers while using headphones, either turning the speaker's own volume to zero, or unplug the RCA cable. 2.Single Side Audio/Unresponsive Port: Replace earphones with a known - good pair. Check if the plug matches the jack and is fully inserted. Verify the audio output settings on your device to ensure it's set to “K5 Pro”. 3. No Sound/Device Not Working: In USB mode, ensure the output device in Windows Control Panel is "Fosi Audio K5 PRO". For OPT/COA connections, confirm correct port connections and set the K5 Pro to the corresponding mode. Also, configure the TV's audio output to PCM mode and disable other audio effects. Check for damaged cables and ensure the device is powered on by long - pressing the volume button for over 2 seconds. Audio Sound Issue Solutions - Noise Issue: Check the audio source and lower the volume to see if noise disappears. Use well - shielded USB OTG cables and keep them away from AC power cables. Replace poor or damaged audio cables with high - quality ones and test with different outputs. Switch input modes to see if noise decreases. For headphone noise, try using a 3.5mm ground loop isolator and high - impedance headphones. - Electric Current Issue: Replace cables with well - shielded ones and ensure they are away from AC power cables. Correct all connections to avoid interference from other devices. - Unsatisfactory Sound Quality: Use high - quality, lossless music formats and play them on dedicated devices. Reset the equalizer to the neutral position and gradually adjust bass/treble. Compatibility Limitations Solutions - Not Compatible with IEMs: The K5 Pro can drive IEMs but is recommended for headphones with an impedance of 16 - 300 ohms. - Not Compatible with Linux: Linux has strong flexibility and diversity, and driver support for certain devices may be incomplete. It's recommended to use the K5 Pro on the Windows system.- Not Compatible with GOXLR: The K5 Pro cannot be connected to GOXLR. - Cannot Connect to Receiver: The receiver needs to support RCA input if you want to connect the K5 Pro to it to drive passive speakers. Headphone + Speaker Play Together (no switch) : This is the normal architecture of K5-Pro: both outputs remain live. To mute speakers while using headphones, either turning the speaker's own volume to zero, or unplug the RCA cable. PS: The product offers RCA line-out and 3.5 mm headphone-out only; there are no XLR sockets. Comparison K5 Pro K7 ZH3 Q4 DS2 DS3 ZD3

Review: perfect no frills but powerful usb DAC for your pc! - This is probably one of the best purchases I have made recently. I got it to use with my ATH-R50x. It feels like the perfect companion to it! It's just works out of the box. I have it plugged in with usb and it powers itself from it as well, no need for an external powersource. Plug and play without needing any drivers. My windows 11 desktop recognized it instantly. The adjustment knobs feel solid and so does it's build quality - no rattle or anything. The ports are also placed properly. The simple design makes it pretty robust, without needing to fiddle around with needing to go through various menus and settings! This is the perfect companion for your headphones, if you are looking for something which just works without too much fuss.
Review: An excellent budget external DAC, but you need to know what you're getting - I have an Edifier T5 subwoofer connected to a pair of R1280Ts. When connected directly to the computer's 3.5mm output, the subwoofer was uncontrollable - it shook the house no matter what I did to the volume, EQs, whatever. I had to basically turn it off. Now, I run a USB cable from the PC to the K5, and RCA cables from the K5 to the subwoofer, and more RCA cables from the subwoofer to the speakers. After setting the low-pass filter on the subwoofer to just over where the speakers drop off, the sound is crystal clear with bright highs and thrumming lows (without dominating the whole sound). The fact that I can instantly control the bass and treble on the K5 is a huge plus. I am thrilled with the K5, and it was a very cheap solution to get the most out of my not-so-cheap speakers. edit: Okay so its not PERFECT. This is going to take some explanation. If you're planning on using powered speakers on a PC, this applies to you. Everything was fine until my GPU (RTX 2080) came into play (firing up a game). The computer began sending a ton of interference down the USB connection to the F5. More expensive units I'm told can filter this out, but the K5 can't. Now this isn't necessarily the K5's fault. Computers are electrically noisy, and if I replaced my PSU, motherboard, GPU, or all three, that might solve the issue. Since that would be insane, I instead opted to power the K5 through a source other than the PC (outlet will do fine) and use the optical input (toslink) for data. Since toslink uses light to transmit the data, it is immune to EMI interference. Perfect sound. The only downside is my audio is running through my Realtek onboard audio again now; which I'm not thrilled with, but really isn't a problem. If you're using headphones, this probably won't be an issue. And again, this really isn't a knock on the K5, they do say they're for headphones and not powered speakers (probably because they don't have the electronics to filter out the type of noise I'm describing), but if you're planning on using this device for speakers, just a heads up on the USB audio combined with a powerful GPU. On a final note, I did hack a USB cable, cut the power/gnd from the PC and connect that to another USB cable going to a separate power source. It did eliminate the GPU-related noise, but the PC was still noisy enough to introduce interference somehow (ground loop possibly? Doubtful since all power came from a single UPS). They do sell USB galvanic isolators, that might do the trick, but they're as or more expensive than the K5 itself. Optical connection will do fine. Edit2: turns out it was my speaker's issue with the aux input. I bought a separate speaker for my work computer and now I just do a direct USB connection to my computer and all interference is gone. I'd still prefer a separate power input from the USB data input in case you ran into interference from the motherboard, but I have 5o say it's perfect now

## Features

- The upgraded version of Fosi Audio Q4 adds microphone function, K5 Pro headphone DAC amp combo, next-generation audio converter with unrivaled internals, more outstanding performance, and richer audio details. Born for Gaming. K5 Pro stereo DAC headphone amplifier is perfect for your home gaming system, equivalent to an external sound card, suitable for PS5/Computers/PC/MAC/active speakers, etc
- K5 Pro USB DAC converts USB Type C/Optical/Coaxial signals to 3.5MM AUX and RCA signals with low distortion and great dynamic range. Unique design: 2-in-1 USB Type C interface charging port and audio input means K5 Pro is compatible with your phones(Note: Your audio source must be connected to the USB-A/C port.). RCA output can be connected to an amplifier or powered speakers on your desktop. 3.5 MM AUX and microphone interface can drive 16 Ohm to 300 Ohm headphones
- K5 Pro headphone DAC adopts the Texas Instruments NE5532 op-amp chip. The circuit design implementing this DAC has been optimized for a low-noise floor and clean sound. K5 Pro has noticeably improved on overall sound quality, so you can get immersed in your music even more easily. Volume button and on button are combined into one, long press to switch on
- Product Specifications: K5 Pro with master volume/bass/treble control and input mode switch. USB Type C rate: up to 24 bit/96 kHz, Optical/Coaxial sampling rate: up to 24 bit/192 kHz, THD ≤0.003%, SNR ≥110dB. Output power: 1000mw@16Ω, 500mw@32Ω, 300mw@64Ω, 150mw@128Ω, 80mw@300Ω
- What You Get: K5 Pro DAC amp x1, 3.5MM headphone splitter x1, 2-in-1 USB Type A/C to Type C cable x1, User Manual x1, Optical Cable x1

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BFHFSX4C |
| Best Sellers Rank | #7,058 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #23 in Audio Component Amplifiers |
| Brand | Fosi Audio |
| Built-In Media | User Guide |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 1,595 Reviews |
| Item Weight | 425 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Fosi Audio |
| Mfr Part Number | K5 Pro |
| Model Number | K5 PRO |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Ounce |
| Warranty Description | Backed by an 24-month warranty and friendly customer service from Fosi Audio. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Fosi Audio
- **Interface Type:** Coaxial, USB
- **Maximum Supply Voltage:** 5 Volts (DC)
- **Mounting Type:** Tabletop Mount
- **Number of Channels:** 2

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is the K5 Pro driverless on Windows 7?**
A: Yes, it is driverless.

**Q: What’s the sample rate of USB/Optical/Coaxial?**
A: USB supports up to 24-bit 96 KHz, while Optical and Coaxial support up to 24-bit 192 KHz.

**Q: My K5 Pro won't turn on with my iPhone 14.**
A: Ensure you are using a USB-C to Lightning OTG cable. For devices that may not output enough power, try using an additional USB splitter cable for power supply.

**Q: Unable to Power On.**
A: To power on the device, press and hold the volume button for a longer time.

**Q: How to use K5 PRO with PS5?**
A: Plug headset into K5 Pro via 3.5mm splitter. Go to PS5 Settings > Sound > Audio Output, select Output Device > Fosi Audio K5PRO. Adjust mic level to optimal range. Ensure PS5 output/input set to Fosi Audio K5PRO.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ perfect no frills but powerful usb DAC for your pc!
*by S***H on March 13, 2026*

This is probably one of the best purchases I have made recently. I got it to use with my ATH-R50x. It feels like the perfect companion to it! It's just works out of the box. I have it plugged in with usb and it powers itself from it as well, no need for an external powersource. Plug and play without needing any drivers. My windows 11 desktop recognized it instantly. The adjustment knobs feel solid and so does it's build quality - no rattle or anything. The ports are also placed properly. The simple design makes it pretty robust, without needing to fiddle around with needing to go through various menus and settings! This is the perfect companion for your headphones, if you are looking for something which just works without too much fuss.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An excellent budget external DAC, but you need to know what you're getting
*by N***R on February 23, 2023*

I have an Edifier T5 subwoofer connected to a pair of R1280Ts. When connected directly to the computer's 3.5mm output, the subwoofer was uncontrollable - it shook the house no matter what I did to the volume, EQs, whatever. I had to basically turn it off. Now, I run a USB cable from the PC to the K5, and RCA cables from the K5 to the subwoofer, and more RCA cables from the subwoofer to the speakers. After setting the low-pass filter on the subwoofer to just over where the speakers drop off, the sound is crystal clear with bright highs and thrumming lows (without dominating the whole sound). The fact that I can instantly control the bass and treble on the K5 is a huge plus. I am thrilled with the K5, and it was a very cheap solution to get the most out of my not-so-cheap speakers. edit: Okay so its not PERFECT. This is going to take some explanation. If you're planning on using powered speakers on a PC, this applies to you. Everything was fine until my GPU (RTX 2080) came into play (firing up a game). The computer began sending a ton of interference down the USB connection to the F5. More expensive units I'm told can filter this out, but the K5 can't. Now this isn't necessarily the K5's fault. Computers are electrically noisy, and if I replaced my PSU, motherboard, GPU, or all three, that might solve the issue. Since that would be insane, I instead opted to power the K5 through a source other than the PC (outlet will do fine) and use the optical input (toslink) for data. Since toslink uses light to transmit the data, it is immune to EMI interference. Perfect sound. The only downside is my audio is running through my Realtek onboard audio again now; which I'm not thrilled with, but really isn't a problem. If you're using headphones, this probably won't be an issue. And again, this really isn't a knock on the K5, they do say they're for headphones and not powered speakers (probably because they don't have the electronics to filter out the type of noise I'm describing), but if you're planning on using this device for speakers, just a heads up on the USB audio combined with a powerful GPU. On a final note, I did hack a USB cable, cut the power/gnd from the PC and connect that to another USB cable going to a separate power source. It did eliminate the GPU-related noise, but the PC was still noisy enough to introduce interference somehow (ground loop possibly? Doubtful since all power came from a single UPS). They do sell USB galvanic isolators, that might do the trick, but they're as or more expensive than the K5 itself. Optical connection will do fine. Edit2: turns out it was my speaker's issue with the aux input. I bought a separate speaker for my work computer and now I just do a direct USB connection to my computer and all interference is gone. I'd still prefer a separate power input from the USB data input in case you ran into interference from the motherboard, but I have 5o say it's perfect now

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best thing I ever bought that I didn't know I needed.
*by A***L on September 3, 2025*

I bought this product after viewing some YouTube videos saying that it is a great product. Curiosity got the better of me and I decided to order it. I liked the idea of a better volume control and the addition of bass and treble controls. I also wanted to see if this DAC was better than the DAC in my Sony CDP-XA20ES. It is! I opened the box and unpacked it and immediately noticed that the build quality felt very solid and the controls felt firm and precise. The volume control is a neat multifunction control for volume, power on/off and input selection. I connected it in literally about a minute. I started playing CDs by using the Sony player as a CD transport and using the optical digital output to feed the optical input on the Fosi. I am using Sony MDR-7506 wired studio monitor headphones. The quality of the sound was instantly better than the headphone output on the front of the Sony. I so enjoyed the better quality that I was testing many different CDs to hear the difference. This product is so worth the money [to me anyway]. I can only say if you are thinking about it do it as I cannot imagine you not being happy with this product. Great addition. Six stars please.

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