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This $20 Amplifier Gives Your iPhone the Hi-Fi Boost It Deserves

Fiio’s new Snowsky Tiny proves great sound doesn’t have to come with a big price tag — or a bulky design.


Gold 3.5mm audio adapter with USB-C, surrounded by headphones, a phone displaying music, and other devices on an orange surface.

The Tiny Powerhouse for Wired Comebacks


Wired headphones are quietly making a comeback, and Fiio — one of the most trusted names in affordable Hi-Fi — is here to make them shine again. After releasing the $200 QX3 flagship portable DAC/amp earlier this year, the brand is now taking a simpler, more wallet-friendly approach with the new Snowsky Tiny, a $20 USB-C DAC and headphone amplifier designed for iPhones, Androids, and just about anything else with a USB-C port.



Pocket-Sized Hi-Fi for Any Device


The Fiio Snowsky Tiny is a portable DAC and amplifier that bypasses your device’s built-in (and often mediocre) audio circuitry to deliver clearer, cleaner sound through your wired headphones.


Despite its minimalist size, it’s packed with serious features:


  • High-resolution audio support up to 32-bit/384kHz PCM and DSD256 decoding

  • Full-metal body available in black, silver, or gold finishes

  • RGB LED indicator showing playback quality (blue for 44.1/48kHz, yellow for 96kHz, green for DSD)


And thanks to its audiophile-grade DSP chip, users can fine-tune their sound via Fiio’s companion app, which unlocks a 10-band parametric equalizer for personalized tone shaping.


Three USB-C adapters in silver, gold, and black are arranged against a soft gray background. One adapter shows a label and headphone jack.



Two Tiny Versions, Big Flexibility


Fiio offers two versions of the Snowsky Tiny — each with its own clever twist:


  • Tiny A: Features a 3.5mm headphone jack and extra USB-C port for pass-through charging, letting you listen and charge simultaneously.

  • Tiny B: Adds both 3.5mm and 4.4mm (balanced) outputs, accommodating a wider range of headphones and IEMs.


Both models are plug-and-play compatible with iPhones, Androids, Windows PCs, Macs, and even gaming consoles like the Nintendo Switch and PS5, thanks to UAC 1.0 and 2.0 support.


Two smartphones display audio settings. Left shows "Status" menu; right shows "Audio" menu. Yellow frames, connected to small audio devices.


Hi-Fi Sound for the Price of Lunch


Perhaps the most astonishing part? The Snowsky Tiny costs just $20, depending on the retailer. That makes it one of the cheapest legitimate DAC/amp combos on the market — and a no-brainer upgrade for anyone tired of flat, compressed sound from their phone or laptop.


Available now in black, silver, or gold, the Fiio Snowsky Tiny can be purchased through Amazon, Bloom Audio, and other major online retailers.


Final Take


At just $20, the Fiio Snowsky Tiny isn’t just another audio adapter — it’s a gateway to real hi-fi listening for the modern, mobile listener. Whether you’re rediscovering your wired headphones or building a pocketable audiophile rig, this little device delivers massive value in microscopic form.



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