I actually picked up a Fio R7 last week after seeing all its capabilities. The only shortcoming it has is the slight delay it has in sound if you plug your computer in thru the USB input, but otherwise this thing is absolutely incredible and a bargain for what it is.
@@banksajay3320 The solution is simple, all you have to do is connect your computer to the Fio R7 through a different input source (optical, coaxial, or Bluetooth). The usb connection delay is only a real problem if you’re a video editor like me and need the audio synched perfectly with the video, or when doing things like playing games. If you’re just using your computer for other general purposes or listening to music, it’s not an issue really, but thankfully the workaround is very simple and a non-issue in my opinion.
just came back to frank after 3 years and he has not changed, looks like hes still editing his own videos and everything still feels up to the high standard it was before. cant say the same for all tech creators since ive left the space. but i am glad that frank has kept his standard up and continues to pump out passionate videos
Heyy Frank. just wanna say it's good seeing you pumping out videos after videos for these past few days. keep it up man. i can see that the viewer counts also been improving. hope all is good for you.
A tricked out single-board computer, a amp/dac/digital audio player combo, and a lenses collar which I never knew existed nor that I wanted. You've pleasantly surprised me with this video.
Pro tip: The Khadas is REALLY overpriced specially since it uses the RK 3588s which is a downgraded version of the more powerful RK3588, An Orange Pi 5 Plus 16GB (with the more powerful RK 3588) with fan, acrylic case and power adapter is around 190-200 euros. If you don't mind the simpler case (transparent acrylic) you will save around 190 euros with the Orange Pi 5 Plus and you get a better processor too.
Rotating camera mounts aren't anything new, but the Atoll you featured is significantly cheaper than rotating mounts available 10+ years ago. I have a Manfrotto mount from 2010 that cost $180, if I recall, and Manfrotto doesn't make it any more
The Fio R7 I hope would get Android system updates. Coming with an already very outdated OS, I would worry in 5 years that it will be incompatable with apps and updates... not to mention the security updates.
FrankPP, longtime viewer. Glad to see youre pumping vids out man. Bought a few things off your vids over the years. Feels like I grew up with you at this point in asulthood. Would definitely like to see more higher pricepoint stuff in the future!
Never thought I’d see such weird niche keyboards on such a mainstream channel, especially as one of your favorites. I’ve known of work louder products for a while and they look so unique.
For the khadas edge, there are now some ryzen options that are the same size, so add windows to that same form factor and a plenty zippy processor and its cool af.
@@timodeurbroeck9957 hmm, companies like Beelink / Minisforum seem to make ok ones I guess for something fast but they are quite expensive compared to rk3588s based systems like this khadas. If you search around for ryzen mini pc there are quite a few options but still many are kind of pricy for what they are. Honestly you would be probably be cheaper and have more fun grabbing a 64gb steam deck and a cheap dock or so ? 🤭. They are slower than the latest ryzen chips used in mini pcs by quite a bit, so it really depends on how much you expect from a device. Still they should be a magnitude faster than 3588 I guess... a middle ground ? With the added bonus of also being a handheld hehe. You can sometimes grab ryzen laptops with dedicated nvidia gpu for cheaper than some mini PCs, but then it's not quite mini.
1:45 I give you mad respect for showing my childhood game being played on what is essentially a wallet sized pc... I was like "man I already have a nintendo wii running natively, a gaming pc and a steam deck that can blow this out of the damn water" and I was glad I was proven completely wrong as most android phones that I have used like the nord n10 5g (my personal driver) has difficulties running this game and is how i benchmark gamecube games on low powered devices capable of running them. definitely gonna keep my eye on improvements to later models of this little guy in the future
If you're into high end audio, I would recommend checking out the Kali IN-5 studio monitors. There's also the IN-5c's which from what I know are exactly the same, just has hardware to mount them.
The Fiio R7 Amp/DAC is an amazing little piece of audio tech and can be used in numerous ways. I’m actually impressed with what’s on offer for the money!🥰😳🤩🤯💪👍
I’ve wanted one of those Fiio monstrosities for so long now. That’s what I’ve been waiting for. Just so expensive. Looked for other options too but nothing that offers the same. I’ve even looked at DIYing one but nothing does it for my like the FiiO. Still down to build something myself since I don’t need every feature, hoping the open source community likes this as much as I do. 🤞
I wanted the R7 when I first heard about it, but now I don't understand it's purpose. It doesn't let you mix any audio sources, not even PC and the Android. Why would I want to mute my computer just to listen to spotify on another device? I don't understand why no one offers a good solution that mixes outputs, it's so annoying. Am I the only person in the world who wants to listen to music while theyre in a meeting?
@@agent_artifical I was hoping to use it to mix my record player, so I wouldn’t want to mess up the analog signal by making it digital (not that there’d really be any quality loss but still, it’s the principle of the matter)
Pro tip. If you don't have a full camera setup like he does, but still want that camera rotation. The Streamcam from Logitech has a rotational sensor, and you can put it vertical or horizontal
@@playon6481 I am already blessed with two LG 27GL850s and the OLED is 100 percent a want (which is why I'm saving for it). But I have done some art and animation work on a friend's 4k OLED and stuff just pops and I get a lot of real estate to work with. I agree that 1440p is enough honestly... but the same can be said with just getting 100 usd dac/Amp and using your phone instead of buying that sweet, sweet Fio
That 47 is definitely on my wish list. I work a various theaters and need a payback for pre/post show that is easy to take with me. I had using my phone for obvious reasons and using my laptop sometimes is a hindrance. Very cool!
Man I would love that FIIO R7 for my setup, just absolutely can’t justify the price. It’s over $1100 kangaroos here in Aus, and I have a DAC/AMP. It’s SO cool though.
Dude, you're a real neat freak. I never used to be like that, but a couple of years living with people who don't clean up after themselves, living like slobs around the house has turned me into borderline OCD; but I'm still nowhere near your level of neat-freak pathology yet 🤣. Anyway, I don't need that mechanical keyboard, but, I.... WANT one anyway, the thing looks so damn good. I call that art-tech.
It’s so cool seeing people using the WorkLouder keyboard, I have followed them from when they were barely getting started via LinkedIn it was honestly really cool and their new keyboard is FIIIIIIIRE
Great video! Makes my wallet sweat a bit. Question...what mounts are you using for your audio monitors? They look like they are connected to your computer monitors and i love it.
*Timestamps*
0:00 - Intro
0:13 - Khadas Edge 2
3:03 - WorkLouder
6:58 - Fiio R7
12:39 - Atoll S
14:54 - Outro
🙏🏻😭🙏🏻
❤
not all heroes wear capes
respect😂😊
Legend.
I actually picked up a Fio R7 last week after seeing all its capabilities. The only shortcoming it has is the slight delay it has in sound if you plug your computer in thru the USB input, but otherwise this thing is absolutely incredible and a bargain for what it is.
It there a way to fix the delay through software? Or is it a limitation of the device?
@@banksajay3320 The solution is simple, all you have to do is connect your computer to the Fio R7 through a different input source (optical, coaxial, or Bluetooth).
The usb connection delay is only a real problem if you’re a video editor like me and need the audio synched perfectly with the video, or when doing things like playing games. If you’re just using your computer for other general purposes or listening to music, it’s not an issue really, but thankfully the workaround is very simple and a non-issue in my opinion.
@@FitLabb have you tried optical, coaxial from PC?
Do you know how long Fiio going to support security updates?
Is that really worth $700 though?
just came back to frank after 3 years and he has not changed, looks like hes still editing his own videos and everything still feels up to the high standard it was before. cant say the same for all tech creators since ive left the space. but i am glad that frank has kept his standard up and continues to pump out passionate videos
left the space? shutup nerd
Frank dropping these uploads like crazy now 😮
As long as Frank ain't going crazy 🥸
@@mysticmarble94crazyfrankp
Prime days incoming - needs to feed the affiliate links
Cos the monthly tech for X dollars are some of his best videos in terms of views. So I guess he's doing more vids in this style
And we are loving it.
Heyy Frank. just wanna say it's good seeing you pumping out videos after videos for these past few days. keep it up man. i can see that the viewer counts also been improving. hope all is good for you.
I don’t think I’ve ever heard anyone ask for proprietary software before
A tricked out single-board computer, a amp/dac/digital audio player combo, and a lenses collar which I never knew existed nor that I wanted.
You've pleasantly surprised me with this video.
Last 3 videos have been bangers! Really like the R7 and the mini PC. Very practical use items, that I've never seen before.
Pro tip: The Khadas is REALLY overpriced specially since it uses the RK 3588s which is a downgraded version of the more powerful RK3588, An Orange Pi 5 Plus 16GB (with the more powerful RK 3588) with fan, acrylic case and power adapter is around 190-200 euros. If you don't mind the simpler case (transparent acrylic) you will save around 190 euros with the Orange Pi 5 Plus and you get a better processor too.
Could you play wow classic on it?
@@WizzMasta14yes probably but it wouldn’t be brilliant
I love the sleek psp go in the background. For being a system over 10 years old, still looks very very modern
Rotating camera mounts aren't anything new, but the Atoll you featured is significantly cheaper than rotating mounts available 10+ years ago. I have a Manfrotto mount from 2010 that cost $180, if I recall, and Manfrotto doesn't make it any more
Honestly, I'm still shocked at how small that mini pc is and how functional it could be in so many applications.
Love the music choice Frank P
These products are amazing! Hope these companies don't raise the price on them like the ones in your previous videos did
The Fio R7 I hope would get Android system updates. Coming with an already very outdated OS, I would worry in 5 years that it will be incompatable with apps and updates... not to mention the security updates.
FrankPP, longtime viewer. Glad to see youre pumping vids out man. Bought a few things off your vids over the years. Feels like I grew up with you at this point in asulthood. Would definitely like to see more higher pricepoint stuff in the future!
Never thought I’d see such weird niche keyboards on such a mainstream channel, especially as one of your favorites. I’ve known of work louder products for a while and they look so unique.
For the khadas edge, there are now some ryzen options that are the same size, so add windows to that same form factor and a plenty zippy processor and its cool af.
Hey, any names. Cause im looking for something like that
@@timodeurbroeck9957 hmm, companies like Beelink / Minisforum seem to make ok ones I guess for something fast but they are quite expensive compared to rk3588s based systems like this khadas. If you search around for ryzen mini pc there are quite a few options but still many are kind of pricy for what they are. Honestly you would be probably be cheaper and have more fun grabbing a 64gb steam deck and a cheap dock or so ? 🤭.
They are slower than the latest ryzen chips used in mini pcs by quite a bit, so it really depends on how much you expect from a device. Still they should be a magnitude faster than 3588 I guess... a middle ground ? With the added bonus of also being a handheld hehe. You can sometimes grab ryzen laptops with dedicated nvidia gpu for cheaper than some mini PCs, but then it's not quite mini.
Frank was listening to Yhandi, i see he is a man of culture
Frank playing Yandhi is a fever dream 🖖🏾
Bro youre a real hip-hop head! I see youve been bumpin Czarface 🤙🔥
1:45 I give you mad respect for showing my childhood game being played on what is essentially a wallet sized pc... I was like "man I already have a nintendo wii running natively, a gaming pc and a steam deck that can blow this out of the damn water" and I was glad I was proven completely wrong as most android phones that I have used like the nord n10 5g (my personal driver) has difficulties running this game and is how i benchmark gamecube games on low powered devices capable of running them. definitely gonna keep my eye on improvements to later models of this little guy in the future
W CZARFACE IN THE THUMBNAIL
Absolute W
If you're into high end audio, I would recommend checking out the Kali IN-5 studio monitors. There's also the IN-5c's which from what I know are exactly the same, just has hardware to mount them.
My dude has been on a roll with these videos lately. Great content and pacing.
The Fiio R7 Amp/DAC is an amazing little piece of audio tech and can be used in numerous ways. I’m actually impressed with what’s on offer for the money!🥰😳🤩🤯💪👍
Loved this one dude! Got my brain ticking like crazy with the creator keyboard and that DAC .. dayum!
That Fiio DAC is nuts! Love it.
I think you cracked the code Frank, let’s keep seeing the content 👍
I’ve wanted one of those Fiio monstrosities for so long now. That’s what I’ve been waiting for. Just so expensive. Looked for other options too but nothing that offers the same. I’ve even looked at DIYing one but nothing does it for my like the FiiO.
Still down to build something myself since I don’t need every feature, hoping the open source community likes this as much as I do. 🤞
I hope DankPods gets one of those FiiO R7s 😮
Stopped watching Franky for a couple of months I felt like the algorithm dragged me away or buried him but damn am I glad I came back
I wanted the R7 when I first heard about it, but now I don't understand it's purpose. It doesn't let you mix any audio sources, not even PC and the Android. Why would I want to mute my computer just to listen to spotify on another device? I don't understand why no one offers a good solution that mixes outputs, it's so annoying. Am I the only person in the world who wants to listen to music while theyre in a meeting?
I agree, I even hate when some iPhone apps don’t let you play other audio in the background. PCs have made this easy for decades
just use voicemeter and plug a phone with aux over line in to your pc.
@@agent_artifical I was hoping to use it to mix my record player, so I wouldn’t want to mess up the analog signal by making it digital (not that there’d really be any quality loss but still, it’s the principle of the matter)
I need another 7 of these over the next few months. Can’t afford MOST of it, loved seeing ALL of it.
That WorkLouder keyboard is fire. It seems like it would be awesome to use on music software
Can you talk more about the Dac/Amp, Fiio R7, you showed please? Id like to hear your experience with it before pulling the tigger
Frank disappeared for lil bit but is now back with heat🔥
i highly respect that showcase of that speaker and showing off that kanye song he should have released (COOKIE GAME MAKE ME THE GOAT)
Pro tip. If you don't have a full camera setup like he does, but still want that camera rotation. The Streamcam from Logitech has a rotational sensor, and you can put it vertical or horizontal
That’s a webcam…
Fiio R7 is a lifesaver for stage/performance professionals. You have no idea, *lifesaverr*
I bet that mini pc will be great for remote play/parsec your games to a tv in your house while using the power of your main rig
Glad to see this kind of videos and tech. Focusing on real cool things, professional grade, and well priced...
Feels so good to watch a video everyday🙏😂 I have to get me that camera holder thingy, so creative
The mini pc and custom keyboard 🔥🔥🔥
That Fiio R7 Looks sick. Definitely have a few use cases in mind for something like this.
I just bought a tablet to display SSO codes and I could have gotten this SICK dock?!? Oh my lord
Big fan of this series even if most of them are pricey, let’s us know what’s going on in the tech world
Glad to see you back making regular videos!
The perfect time to upload this!!!
Darn it Frank, I'm saving for a 4k OLED monitor and you keep making me want to buy cool tech! 😂
You could get a 1440p monitor instead because it will be easier on your GPU and your wallet and 1440p is the sweet spot
@@playon6481 I am already blessed with two LG 27GL850s and the OLED is 100 percent a want (which is why I'm saving for it). But I have done some art and animation work on a friend's 4k OLED and stuff just pops and I get a lot of real estate to work with. I agree that 1440p is enough honestly... but the same can be said with just getting 100 usd dac/Amp and using your phone instead of buying that sweet, sweet Fio
Damn boy, you really are dropping this videos like crazy! I'm all here for it
Good to see you back on, RFP. Looks like you've made some peace.
That 47 is definitely on my wish list. I work a various theaters and need a payback for pre/post show that is easy to take with me. I had using my phone for obvious reasons and using my laptop sometimes is a hindrance. Very cool!
Loving the upload rate man! Keep up the amazing work. You're pretty well the only channel I watch now. The other being Hipyo
The Fio R7 looks sick!
Man I would love that FIIO R7 for my setup, just absolutely can’t justify the price. It’s over $1100 kangaroos here in Aus, and I have a DAC/AMP. It’s SO cool though.
Frank wants that Summer Vaca ASAP
I actually forgot that this channel actually exists, although it's a golden re-discovery
Frank. Stop making my clog up my desk. 😂.
Idk what I want more, that mini pc or amp/dac.
I’m happy to see a Best Tech without a price cap. Really let’s you put some awesome devices in there.
All of these gadgets look so cool great video man
THE Czarface song on spotify made me happy! keep rockin
Fam. You gotta take out that GTA clip at 2:40. There’s some unapproved simulation happening in that back room LOOOOOOOOOL😂😂😂
The love for DOOM lately is dope
Btw Roon is not owned by Fiio. Roon is a music organization and transmission protocol that interfaces with your music library and streaming service.
And I thought the headphone jack and port situation on the Fiio M17 was nuts
the coffee warmer was actually sick
Thanks Frank!
Keep ‘em coming!!!!! You are the best
Dude, you're a real neat freak. I never used to be like that, but a couple of years living with people who don't clean up after themselves, living like slobs around the house has turned me into borderline OCD; but I'm still nowhere near your level of neat-freak pathology yet 🤣.
Anyway, I don't need that mechanical keyboard, but, I.... WANT one anyway, the thing looks so damn good. I call that art-tech.
I won't forget that you saw this in Zeos's video frank. Good pick cheeky boy!
Your content has been on fire lately Frank 🔥
Frank content popping off rn
You're spoiling us man
I need none of these but the tech is so cool that I can't stop watching lol
Love that you're listening to aesop rock!
omg you need to make seperate videos on all of these these are so cool!
separate*
Man that fiio looks perfect for me. It would solve all my problems rn, unfortunately it’s too expensive for me..
+1 for czarface, cool to see them get some love
riskyyy with the liquid death placement lol nice review as always.
i know you said the keyboard isnt meant for gaming but as a casual gamer is it viable because I love the look of it
That Fiio R7 is pretty awesome.
Really cool to see great tech, regardless of price tag
can you make a video dedicated to sound and what there is to know??
Frank is an Aesop rock fan!! Impossible kid is amazing
It’s so cool seeing people using the WorkLouder keyboard, I have followed them from when they were barely getting started via LinkedIn it was honestly really cool and their new keyboard is FIIIIIIIRE
Very nice easter egg👀
Quick shoutout to randomfrankp's good taste in music 🔥
Keep up the good work! Looking forward for next one!😊
Love these monthly videos keep em coming 💯
That first gadget seems interesting to put onto a mirror monitor to make a magic/pc mirror.
frank based playing the unreleased version of Yandhi
The FiiO device is the most interesting for sure! Lots of helpful features in a portable format!
That malibu ken track is killer..!!
Great video! Makes my wallet sweat a bit. Question...what mounts are you using for your audio monitors? They look like they are connected to your computer monitors and i love it.
That walnut looking colored headset is amazing! Which one is that??
Awesomeness! Thanks for this Frank!
That mini PC is amazing. I can think of a half dozen things 8 want to use it for. Thanks Feank😢
Interesting stuff for sure. The Fio looks sweet, is there any input lag or such
That Atoll S come very handy for creative shoots