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This £60 cassette-sized music player is also a powerful Bluetooth amp

The FiiO Snowsky Retro Nano is a music player, wireless headphone amp, and high-quality DAC

FiiO has introduced the Snowsky Retro Nano, a compact yet powerful device that functions as a music player, a wireless headphone amplifier, and a high-quality digital-to-analog converter (DAC), all for just £60.

At first glance, it resembles classic cassette players from the ’80s and ’90s, but inside, it’s packed with modern features. The device supports high-quality AptX Bluetooth for lossless streaming from any compatible Bluetooth source.

Beyond wireless functionality, the Retro Nano includes a built-in headphone amplifier with a ‘high gain’ mode to enhance the performance of wired headphones, effectively turning them into high-fidelity wireless headphones. It can also connect to laptops, tablets, or desktops via USB-C, bypassing their internal DACs in favor of its own. Additionally, it supports both 3.5mm and quarter-inch headphone jacks.

Staying true to its retro aesthetic, the Retro Nano features physical buttons for track skipping, play, pause, volume control, and more. Powering the device is a single rechargeable AA battery that starts charging when connected via USB-C. It even includes a built-in microphone, allowing users to take calls directly from the device.

While many budget-friendly Bluetooth audio devices are available, few offer high-quality Bluetooth codecs like AptX HD, which significantly improves wireless audio performance.

The FiiO Snowsky Retro Nano is available now for £60. Visit the FiiO website for more details.