Fosi Audio has announced the launch of the DAP Neo, a compact digital audio player (DAP) designed to bring back the simplicity of dedicated music listening. Featuring a full-metal body, physical controls, and support for lossless audio playback, the DAP Neo is available now starting at $79.99.
The new player is part of Fosi Moment, a recently introduced product line that focuses on a more intentional listening experience. Alongside the DAP Neo, the lineup includes the Disc Nano CD Player and Merak CD Player.
A Modern Take on the Classic MP3 Player
With the DAP Neo, Fosi Audio is taking inspiration from classic portable MP3 players, combining a compact design with modern digital audio capabilities.
The player features a full-metal chassis, a tactile control wheel, dedicated side buttons, and a minimalist user interface. Rather than emphasizing the extensive features commonly found on modern Android-based DAPs, Fosi Audio is positioning the DAP Neo as a straightforward device that keeps the focus on listening to music.
This approach reflects the broader philosophy behind the Fosi Moment lineup, which encourages listeners to spend more time enjoying their music without the constant distractions associated with smartphones and streaming recommendations.
High-Resolution Audio Playback and Connectivity
At the heart of the DAP Neo is a Cirrus Logic CS43198 audio chip, providing support for high-resolution lossless audio playback.
The player supports several popular audio formats, including MP3, FLAC, WAV, APE, M4A, and DSD, making it suitable for listeners who maintain their own digital music libraries.
For connectivity, the DAP Neo includes a traditional 3.5mm headphone output for wired headphones and IEMs, alongside Bluetooth connectivity for wireless listening. Fosi Audio specifies SBC as the supported Bluetooth audio codec.
Battery life is rated at up to 12 hours, making the player suitable for everyday portable use.
Key Features
- Design: Compact, full-metal chassis
- Controls: Physical control wheel and dedicated side buttons
- Audio chip: Cirrus Logic CS43198
- Audio formats: MP3, FLAC, WAV, APE, M4A, and DSD
- Wired output: 3.5mm headphone jack
- Wireless connectivity: Bluetooth with SBC codec support
- Battery life: Up to 12 hours
- Storage: Included microSD card with support for capacities up to 256GB
- Interface: Minimalist user interface focused on music playback
Pricing and Availability
The Fosi Audio DAP Neo is available now through the company’s official website in two configurations:
- $79.99: Includes a 16GB microSD card
- $119.99: Includes a 64GB microSD card
Both versions support expandable microSD storage up to 256GB.
With its compact construction, physical controls, and lossless playback support, the DAP Neo offers another option for listeners interested in a dedicated music player without the complexity of a full-featured Android DAP.
For more information, visit the official Fosi Audio website.
