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  • 110Hz — online and in-store — Kielce, Województwo świętokrzyskie, Poland (website)
  • Acoustic Technologies — online and in-store — Montréal, Québec, Canada (website)
  • Addicted to Audio — online and in-store — Epping, Victoria, Australia (website)
  • Advanced MP3 Players — online and in-store — Musselburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom (website)
  • All Elite Audio — online and in-store — Perry Hall, Maryland, United States (website)
  • Alpha Audio Pte — online and in-store — Singapore, Singapore (website)
  • Apos Audio — online and in-store — Oakland, California, United States (website)
  • Audeos — online and in-store — Żywiec, Województwo śląskie (website)
  • Audio 46 — online and in-store — New York, New York, United States (website)
  • Audio Affair — online and in-store — Deritend, England, United Kingdom (website)

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FiiO BTR5

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The FiiO BTR5 brings sparkling, detailed treble, a silent background and lively, well-controlled drive to a genuinely pocketable Bluetooth DAC/amp. Soundnews praised its clean, extended and energetic presentation, while USB and balanced listening unlock extra clarity, focus and dynamics. With broad codec support and a polished build, it remains a superbly versatile companion for IEMs and portable headphones.

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91/100
Rating for BTR5

Deliciously Crispy

Sound Quality

89/100

Build Quality

89/100

Features Usability

92/100

Value for Money

95/100

Pros

Exceptionally low noise floor makes it an excellent match for sensitive IEMs.

Clean, neutral sound with extended treble, strong detail retrieval and energetic dynamics for its size.

Balanced and USB-DAC modes deliver greater clarity, control and dynamics.

Feature-rich connectivity includes USB DAC operation, balanced output and wide Bluetooth codec support.

Cons

Bluetooth range can be limited in some environments, with dropouts reported around 15–20 feet.

Not suited to exceptionally demanding planar headphones; single-ended output offers less headroom and control.

Battery life is roughly nine hours and can fall lower with demanding LDAC and balanced use.

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What Reviewers Are Saying

"for 130 dollars it is the best sounding source you can get"

— Audiophile Heaven

SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 89/100

Reviewers consistently describe a clean, neutral-to-lively portable sound with unusually strong detail, treble extension and drive for its size. USB and balanced operation are repeatedly said to bring further gains in focus, clarity and dynamics, while single-ended output is less impressive with demanding headphones.

Transparency Resolution

90/100

Soundnews heard clean, grain-free treble and substantial low-level information, while PortaFi called the presentation resolving and natural rather than dull. Giz Audio also found better clarity and detail retrieval over USB, though Currawong felt it was not as clear or detailed as higher-end equipment.

Tonal Balance Musicality

89/100

The prevailing description is neutral, natural and well extended, with Audiophile Heaven finding no obvious coloration and Soundnews praising linear bass, musical mids and clean treble. Some reviewers hear a slightly lively, crisp or faintly dry character, but regarded it as engaging rather than fatiguing.

Dynamics

88/100

Soundnews described the BTR5 as speedy, explosive and dynamically rich, with notably good driver control. PortaFi and Giz Audio likewise found the balanced and USB modes more focused and dynamic, although the improvements over Bluetooth or single-ended use were described as noticeable rather than transformative.

Noise Floor

93/100

Soundnews reported no noise even at maximum volume and high gain through either output with multi-driver IEMs. Giz Audio independently found no detectable background noise, making this an especially convincing portable choice for sensitive earphones.

Headphone Compatibility

86/100

Reviewers found it capable with the vast majority of headphones, and PortaFi specifically considered 300-ohm headphones a normal load. Its balanced output offers appreciably greater control and engagement, but it is not intended for exceptionally difficult headphones such as the HiFiMAN HE-6, and Audiophile Heaven found single-ended use comparatively underwhelming.

Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.

Build Quality

89/100

Reviewers describe a sturdy, premium-feeling unit with an aluminium frame, Gorilla Glass panels and firmly fitted buttons. Giz Audio called it well built, while AV Atmos reported very few durability or quality-control complaints for a product that had already been on the market for some time.

Features Usability

92/100

This is a notably versatile portable DAC/amp: it works as a USB DAC for phones and computers, provides 3.5 mm single-ended and 2.5 mm balanced outputs, and supports a comprehensive set of Bluetooth codecs including LDAC and aptX HD. Reviewers also note MQA decoding on the 2021 version, microphone support, selectable filters and EQ, though Giz Audio found Bluetooth range limited to roughly 15 to 20 feet before dropouts.

Value for Money

95/100

At roughly $100 to $130, reviewers repeatedly consider the BTR5 an outstanding buy. Soundnews called it great value, Z Reviews called it a must-buy at $100, and Audiophile Heaven went as far as calling it the best-sounding source available for $130.

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Specifications

Bluetooth
Built-in DAC
Balanced Headphone Output
Headphone Output
Battery Powered
aptX HD
LDAC
USB DAC Mode
Hi-Res Audio

Manufacturer's Description — FiiO

BTR5

Flagship Portable High-Fidelity Bluetooth Amplifier

High Performance DAC ES9218P*2


Flagship Bluetooth chip CSR8675


FPGA clock management,dual independent crystal oscillators


Bluetooth 5.0 with full format support


Independent control chip XMOS XUF208


USB DAC supporting up to 384kHz/DSD256 native


Double-sided 2.5D glass with OLED display


3.5mm+2.5mm headphone outputs


Intelligent control with FiiO Music app


One-touch NFC pairing


Change your experience, starting from the connection


Full hi-res wireless Bluetooth format support


Your Bluetooth device can be transformed into a part of a Hi-Res Wireless setup by simply connecting it to the BTR5. With the help of the BTR5’s Bluetooth version 5.0 supporting high-resolution formats such as AAC/SBC/aptX/aptX low latency/aptX HD/LDAC up to 96kHz, you can get a totally portable yet excellent sounding setup with your current device!


Audiophile-approved performance


The Qualcomm CSR8675 is a low-power Bluetooth chip with enhanced audio capabilities, such as supporting 24-bit audio processing and possessing a 120Mhz DSP, allowing it to powerfully handle various Bluetooth decoding functions with ease. Whether you are watching videos, playing games, or listening to music, thanks to this Bluetooth chip you can enjoy remarkable sound quality.


Handling it all with ease


FPGA precision clock management


An FPGA, often used in high-end music players, is not only responsible for the transmission and reception of Bluetooth and USB digital audio signals, but also for clock management. In the BTR5, after the Bluetooth signal is processed the FPGA greatly reduces jitter and improves signal stability, completely solving the problem of different clock rates that exist between the different parts of the audio architecture.


*Tests have shown that Bluetooth music playback quality under LDAC is as good as local playback on a high-end audio player.


Independent dual crystal oscillators for accurate audio reproduction


With the addition of a dedicated FPGA, the 45.1584/49.152 MHz dual crystal oscillators during Bluetooth and USB decoding can more accurately reproduce audio signals under various sampling rates, giving the BTR5 exceptional audio fidelity among Bluetooth amplifiers.


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DAC utilized to its full potential


With its precise clock management system and being set to synchronous mode, we fully unleash the potential of the ESS SABRE ES9218P for extremely detailed reproduction of sound. The multi-level analog gain and digital volume are combined into a singular dual-volume adjustment design, allowing you to more precisely adjust the volume while fully preserving the dynamic range in your music. Under balanced output with 2 DACs working in conjunction, the BTR5 is capable of 220mW output at 32Ω and 7.6Vpp at 300Ω.


Fully equipped to tackle USB decoding


With generous power worthy of a flagship


In addition to its considerable lossless Bluetooth format support, the BTR5 is also quite the capable unit when it comes to USB decoding. Utilizing an independent XMOS XUF208 control chip, the BTR5 is capable of asynchronous audio decoding under USB Audio Class 2.0. And when connected as a USB DAC through its USB Type-C connector, the BTR5 can decode up to 384kHz sampling rate and native DSD.


*USB DAC functionality supports 2 modes, driverless and high performance (the latter requires you to download and install drivers from the official website).


Balance befitting of a flagship


For greater power and detailed resolution, the BTR5 features both balanced and single-ended outputs. In its truly balanced audio architecture, each channel is driven separately from the other with its own DAC and amplifier, allowing the BTR5 to bring you a purer sound with unmatched finesse and balance.


*In order to ensure the BTR5 operates normally, when both 3.5mm and 2.5mm outputs are inserted into, only the 3.5mm port will output sound.


Displaying its beauty for all


Smartphone-based OLED technology


The one display that shows all – a major feature of the BTR5 is the crisp 0.49 inch 64x32 resolution OLED screen that displays pairing/connection/call status/power status/encoding format/volume. And with the display, you can call up a menu that allows you to visually view and adjust the charging status, enable car mode, change filters and EQ, etc.


Silky smooth surface


With an suitably sleek aluminum alloy body like those of the latest smartphones, and curved glass on both the front and rear with an oleophobic layer for a silky smooth touch while prevent fingerprint buildup, the BTR5 is a visual gem that smartly complements your sense of style.


Keeps you going all day


With a built-in 550mAh battery, the BTR5 only takes 1.5 hours to fully charge but lasts for a length 9 hours!


*3.5mm output, using AAC codec

550mAh

Battery capacity

9 Hours

Battery Life

1.5Hours

Charging Time


High-fidelity calls to more clearly hear “Hi”


2 microphones with cVc 8.0 noise cancellation


While the BTR5 has a built-in omnidirectional high-sensitivity microphone, you can use an external microphone in a 3.5mm CTIA headset. When you plug such a headset in, the BTR5 will automatically recognize you want to use that headphone and seamlessly switch microphones accordingly. And when using either set of microphones, you can benefit from cVc 8.0 noise cancellation technology, which intelligently adjusts microphone gain and effectively suppresses background noise for crystal clear calls.


*When using OMTP headphones, audio output is guaranteed to work but the micrphone and in-line controls may not work properly.


It’s spunky, but it remembers for you too


When you connect the BTR5 to your phone, the phone’s volume and the BTR5’s volume can be adjusted separately, allowing you to better fine-tune the volume to your needs. The BTR5 also remembers your desired volume, so you don’t have to adjust the volume to where you want it every time you use the device.


*When paired with an iOS device, you can view remaining battery in the widget


Your thoughtful intelligent companion


When you insert your headphones into the BTR5, it can detect what type you are using and automatically adjust the output accordingly. When you unplug your headphones, it automatically pauses and goes into low power consumption mode to save battery life. And when you plug in headphones with CTIA controls, you can use the microphone as well as the play/pause, volume, and track selection controls.


Just connect whenever


The BTR5’s built-in NFC allows you to simply connect to other compatible devices with a single tap, allowing you to avoid the clumsy process of manually pairing.


One button handles it all


The multi-function button does exactly as its name suggests – use it for: pairing/play/pause/accept call/hang up/cancel/force pair/open voice assistant. After disconnecting via Bluetooth from another device, simply press the multi-function button briefly to re-pair with the other device. When paired to a phone, simply double-click the multi-function button to wake up your voice assistant.


Your own personal music DJ


Download the FiiO Music app to remotely control the BTR5’s channel balance, switch between the four different DAC lowpass filters, or adjust the 10-band equalizer.


*The Equalizer does not work for the LDAC codec.


When connected to a mobile phone and acting as a USB DAC, the BTR5 can be configured to not needlessly charge the mobile phone. The dedicated car mode allows the BTR5 to automatically turn on and off with the car, further enhancing your convenience.


Scientifically precise, yet intuitive settings allow you to tune the BTR5 to exactly your needs, such as - channel balance, 8 audio filters, and the 10-band equalizer. Of special note is the ability to adjust odd and even order harmonic distortion, allowing you to make the music warmer and colder and explore the sides of music you never knew about.


*The actual perceived effects of the above settings will depend on the individual listener.


Wear it with style


Included with the BTR5 is a case that not only provides 360° of all-around protection, but also has a detachable back clip that allows you to wear it either vertically or horizontally. And if you prefer to tuck the BTR5 away in your pocket or satchel, it is compatible with external microphones and remote controls so you can continue to use all of the BTR5’s functionality without hassle.


Screen


Microphone


A.Power on/off, reset, call menu,exit menu, switch menu items


B.Reconnect/Play/Pause/Answer phone call/End calling/Cancel a call/Force to enter Pairing mode/Activate voice assistant


C.Volume up/Previous track,select menu items


D.Volume down/Next track, select menu items


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  • 110Hz — online and in-store — Kielce, Województwo świętokrzyskie, Poland (website)
  • Acoustic Technologies — online and in-store — Montréal, Québec, Canada (website)
  • Addicted to Audio — online and in-store — Epping, Victoria, Australia (website)
  • Advanced MP3 Players — online and in-store — Musselburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom (website)
  • All Elite Audio — online and in-store — Perry Hall, Maryland, United States (website)
  • Alpha Audio Pte — online and in-store — Singapore, Singapore (website)
  • Apos Audio — online and in-store — Oakland, California, United States (website)
  • Audeos — online and in-store — Żywiec, Województwo śląskie (website)
  • Audio 46 — online and in-store — New York, New York, United States (website)
  • Audio Affair — online and in-store — Deritend, England, United Kingdom (website)

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