The Topping D90SE redefines high-end DAC performance with its ESS ES9038Pro chip, enabling unparalleled audio precision. Its innovative design utilizes independent I/V conversion for each channel, delivering outstanding audio fidelity. With support for MQA across a variety of inputs including USB, Coaxial, Optical and AES, music playback is assured to be faithful to the original. Additionally, support for Bluetooth 5.0, aptX, aptX HD, aptX LL and LDAC ensure high-quality wireless streaming. The USB input uses a 2nd generation XMOS XU2013 chip for seamless compatibility up to 32-bit 768kHz PCM and DSD512, supported by a custom Thesycon driver, making the D90SE a top choice for audiophiles.
Features:
Flagship ES9038Pro DAC Chip.
Hi-Res Audio & Hi-Res Audio Wireless Certified.
Flagship-Grade Performance With Ultra-Low Distortion.
2nd Generation 16-Core XMOS XU216 USB Signal Receiver.
PCM Decoding up to 32-Bit/768kHz.
Native DSD512 Decoding.
IIS Input Supports Native DSD1024 Support.
MQA Decoding Support across USB, Coaxial, Optical, and AES Inputs.
High-Resolution Bluetooth V5.0 Connectivity With LDAC Transmission Codec.
RCA & XLR Output Support.
Ultra-Low Noise Pre-Amp Function.
Fully Operational Remote Control.
Output Parameters(RCA):
THD+N(A-Weighted): <0.00007%@1kHz.
THD+N(No-Weight): <0.0008%@20Hz-20kHz.
SNR: 127dB.
Dynamic Range: 127dB.
Frequency Response: 20Hz-40kHz(+/-0.3dB).
Output Level: 2.1Vrms@0dBFS(4V Mode), 2.6Vrms@0dBFS(5V Mode).
Noise: <1.3uVrms.
Crosstalk: -124dB@1kHz.
Channel Balance: 0.3dB.
Output Impedance: 100 ohms.
Ouptut Parameters(XLR):
THD+N(A-Weighted): <0.00005%@1kHz.
THD+N(No-Weight): <0.0003%@20Hz-20kHz.
SNR: 134dB.
Dynamic Range: 134dB.
Frequency Response: 20Hz-40kHz(+/-0.3dB).
Output Level: 4.2Vrms@0dBFS(4V Mode), 5.2Vrms@0dBFS(5V Mode).
Noise: <1.1uVrms.
Crosstalk: -139dB@1kHz.
Channel Balance: 0.3dB.
Output Impedance: 100 ohms.
Meet the all-new flagship Balanced Desktop DAC, the Topping D90SE. Topping has carefully implemented an advanced ES9038Pro 32-Bit DAC chip that is paired with a 16-core XMOS XU216 USB signal receiver chip for high-resolution audio decoding. The D90SE supports full MQA decoding as well as PCM 768kHz and native DSD512 decoding.
Flagship DAC, Flagship Performance:
Topping D90SE is a flagship-grade desktop DAC capable of providing unmatched performance with its high-quality audiophile-grade components. It achieves industry-leading performance with an ultra-low-distortion rating of <0.00005%. It brings the true details out of our music with great clarity and precision.
Flagship-Grade Sabre DAC Chip:
Topping has equipped the D90SE with a powerful ES9038Pro flagship-grade DAC chip from Sabre Technologies. It helps the D90SE decode the high-resolution audio signals with ultimate quality and performance achieving industry-leading distortion and SNR ratings.
High-Resolution Signal Decoding With XMOS USB Processor:
Topping D90SE adopts a 2nd-gen XMOS XU216 16-core USB processor chip that enables high-resolution audio signal decoding. It provides supports for decoding PCM signal up to 32-Bit/768kHz and DSD up to DSD512 natively. Apart from these, Topping D90SE also supports full MQA unfolding bringing the latest MQA Technology high-end users worldwide. MQA decoding is supported via USB, AES, Optical, and Coaxial input options.
High-Resolution Bluetooth Connectivity:
Topping D90SE adopts Qualcomm's latest CSR8675 Bluetooth chip that provides seamless Bluetooth V5.0 connectivity. It supports multiple high-resolution wireless codecs including LDAC, AptX HD, AptX LL, AptX, SBC, and AAC.
Balanced & Single-Ended Selectable Output Options:
D90SE features balanced XLR and single-ended RCA output ports. Users get the option to choose between different output options such as, "XLR Only", "RCA Only", or "XLR+RCA". Output option can also be chosen between 4V and 5V for XLR output and 2V and 2.5V for the RCA output option.
DAVE is a flagship DAC, a reference-level device containing the latest-generation FPGA technology. Put simply, it is the most advanced DAC in the world.
DAVE is the most advanced DAC we have ever made. It features the very best conversion technology available, using proprietary techniques never seen before, making DAVE the most advanced DAC/preamp amplifier in the world. DAVE stands for ‘Digital to Analogue Veritas in Extremis’, a moniker that best reflects the product’s capability; a device so advanced and with so few compromises, that it is truthful in the extreme.
DAVE, which is also a reference-level headphone amplifier and digital preamp, distils over twenty years of Chord Electronics’ research, development and advanced engineering into one device. At its heart lies the advanced Spartan 6 Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) with 1,000x the processing power of a traditional mass-produced chip DAC. DAVE’s FPGA is loaded with over a million lines of code to confront complex timing issues head-on, with speed and precision.
The FPGA’s extraordinary capability enables a number of key sonic benefits, including significantly improved timing and the best noise-shaper performance of any known DAC. DAVE’s technology delivers music with unmatched reality and musicality, with an unrivalled timing response. The device’s lossless digital volume control outputs the signal direct to your power amplifier for the purest experience.
DAVE has a large LC display, showing input, sample frequency, volume and set-up configurations options, within our famous porthole design. On its fascia, DAVE also features a rotary encoder with a large stainless steel controller and ball buttons, enabling direct interactivity in addition to the supplied remote control.
Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz flat within +/-0.1dB (HF filter off)
Tap length filter: 164,000
THD + N: 127.5dB (AWT)
Channel separation: >125dB @ 1KHz
Dynamic range: 127.5dB (AWT)
Sample frequencies: 44.1Khz – 768Khz (16 – 32bit) and DSD64 to DSD512 native DSD + DoP (input dependant)
Digital inputs:
4x 75Ω S/PDIF BNC Coax – 44.1kHz to 384kHz
1x AES XLR – 44.1kHz to 96kHz
2x Fibre Optic TOSLINK – 44.1kHz to 96kHz
1x USB Type B – 44.1kHz to 768kHz (16 – 32bit) – PCM and DSD
Analogue outputs:
1x Stereo Pair of Unbalanced RCA
1x Stereo Pair of Balanced XLR
1x ¼” TRS Jack Headphone Output
Delivers up to 2000mW of output power
Compatible with xMEMS micro speaker technology
Class A Discrete circuitry similar to iFi's flagship iCAN Phantom
Movie and Gaming analog EQ modes
XBass+ and XSpace restores bass and recreates lost soundstage
Incredible Power. Uncompromising Clarity
Today the world is busy, fast, and full of noise. iFi knows the power of music, and the unrivaled clarity of the ZEN CAN 3 envelops you with raw, unadulterated emotion. Hear the crack of a voice, the crescendo of a chorus, the delicate whisper of a piano... every note delivered with breathtaking precision.
The ZEN CAN 3 ignites late-night listening sessions with its ability to effortlessly drive headphones from xMEMS-based IEMs to high-end planars. It delivers up to 2000mW output power through the same Class A circuitry found in their flagship iCAN Phantom. And with all-new analog EQ-modes, isolate yourself from the chaos of the outside world and allow for full immersion during intense gaming and movie marathons.
Crisp Footsteps. Clear Voices. Future-Proof Features
Ever watched a movie and struggled with the dialogue during a critical scene? Incredibly frustrating, we know.
Enter Movie Mode, an EQ specifically designed to address the clarity of dialogue in streamed content, enabling you to fully immerse in the narrative without straining to decipher it.
Game Mode caters directly to the needs of those looking for any advantage during competitive play. Hearing even the faintest sounds give away an opponent’s position or signal an approaching threat. Game mode’s EQ enhances this aspect of gameplay by sharpening subtle, low-level sound effects, ensuring that every sound becomes more distinct and easier to pinpoint.
Finally, ZEN CAN 3 now supports IEMs using xMEMS, an innovative micro-speaker technology pushing the boundaries of headphone performance:
Ultra-fast mechanical response, 150x faster than a typical dynamic driver
Flat 2° phase response for more accurate sound reproduction
+/- 1° phase matching for more accurate spatial sound
Silicon speaker diaphragm, 95x more rigid than plastic, for reduced speaker break-up and less muddy midrange
By incorporating xMEMS amplification, ZEN CAN 3 can deliver the voltage required for optimal operation of this cutting-edge technology, bringing the power of xMEMS to a whole new audience and ensuring that you are ready for the future as it happens.
Prodigious Power
With its impressive 2000mW output power, the ZEN CAN 3 offers a significant upgrade to the way you experience music through headphones, with unprecedented clarity and headroom. Its ability to handle dynamic peaks with ease means you can experience vivid, immersive and profoundly moving music. Whether it be planar magnetic headphones requiring more power for accuracy or high-impedance models needing ample current, the ZEN CAN 3 rises to the challenge.
DSP-Free Purity
Unlike other audiophile offerings, ZEN CAN 3’s features are done with analog circuitry, as opposed to Digital Signal Processing (DSP) where audio is manipulated before being converted to true analog sound. Instead, the ZEN CAN 3 leverages the natural advantages of analog circuitry: it maintains the integrity of the sound, introduces less phase shift and distortion, and boasts a more natural-sounding adjustment of frequencies.
Specifications
Input Voltage: DC 5V/2.5A | AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
Analog Inputs
RCA L/R: 2.0V nominal @ 0dBFS, 1 MegΩ Zin
3.5mm: 1.0V nominal @ 0dBFS, 1 MegΩ Zin
4.4mm BAL: 4.0V nominal @ 0dBFS, 24kΩ Zin
Gain: 0dB, 6dB, 12dB, 18dB
Frequency Response: 10Hz-200kHz (-3dB)
Power: ~5W (no signal) | ~13W (max signal)
Dimensions: 6.2 "x 4.6" x 1.4”
Net Weight: 1.09 lbs
Headphone Out
Impedance: 4.4mm BAL <2Ω | 6.3mm <1Ω
Output (RMS)
4.4mm BAL: >11.5V/2000mW @64Ω
6.3mm: >7.2V/1600mW @32Ω
Output (MAX)
4.4mm BAL: >15.1V/385mW @600Ω | >6.2V/1200mW @32Ω
6.3mm: >7.6V/98mW @600Ω | >7.2V/1600mW @32Ω
xMEMS: 4.4mm BAL >21Vpp, 22Ω, 11V DC bias
SNR
4.4mm BAL: ≥125dB (7.3V 4.4mm Input 0dB @ 600Ω)
6.3mm: ≥122dB (1.9V Input 0dB @600Ω)
DNR: 4.4mm BAL: ≥119dB(A) @0dBFS | 6.3mm: ≥119dB(A) @0dBFS
THD+N
4.4mm BAL: <0.006% (@360 mW/2.4V 16Ω)
6.3mm: <0.006% (@100mW/1.27V 16Ω)
Line Out
Impedance: <200Ω
Output Level: 4Vrms (0dB 200kΩ load)
SNR: ≥125dB (7.3V 4.4mm Input 0dB @200kΩ)
DNR: ≥119dB(A)
THD+N: 0.006% (0dB 200kΩ load)
In the Box
ZEN CAN v3
RCA Cable
Power Adapter
3.5mm to 6.3mm adapter
Quick Start Card + Instruction Card
Anni offers the recently announced dual-feed-forward error-correction circuit topology whether using headphones or compact loudspeakers. Anni’s advanced technology allows it to drive any headphone load, error-monitored and compensated amplification at all times.
Benefitting from both 3.5 mm headphone outputs and ¼-inch (6.35 mm) outputs, so two can listen simultaneously, plus 4 mm banana-type loudspeaker outputs, Anni delivers 10 watts of quality ULTIMA amplification, controlled by a fascia-mounted volume control that also doubles as an input selector switch for Anni’s two line-level inputs. A two-stage gain control for loudspeakers provides additional flexibility with a wide range of desktop monitors.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Output: 10W 8Ω
THD: 0.02%
Signal to Noise: -92 dB
Noise floor: -110 dB
Frequency response: 5 Hz – 60 Khz (-3 dB)
Dimensions: 160 mm (W) x 42.50 (H) mm x 96.60 (D) mm
Weight: 625g
Equipped with a USB-C input for plug-and-play connectivity
Offers both 6.3mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced headphone outputs, delivering up to 390mW of power for various headphones and earphones
Features RCA and 4.4mm balanced outputs with variable and fixed volume settings, allowing for seamless connection to your active speakers, preamplifiers, or power amplifiers
Includes XBass+ to restore lost bass frequencies from open headphones
Comes with PowerMatch, a switchable gain to ensure optimal power for the headphones you are using
Improved low-jitter GMT (Global Master Timing) clock provides >20dB better performance
Improved circuitry, including enhanced DC offset, ensures heightened signal purity and accuracy
Incorporates a 16-Core XMOS low-latency microcontroller for DSD512 and MQA full decoding
Key Specs
Form Factor
Desktop
Converter Type
D/A Converter
Number of Channels
2x D/A
Maximum Sampling Rate
768 kHz / 32-Bit (DoD/DSD over PCM)
Number of Microphone Inputs
No
Analog Audio I/O
1x Stereo RCA Unbalanced Line Output1x 4.4 mm TRRRS Balanced Headphone Output1x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output
Digital Audio I/O
No
Converter Type
D/A Converter
Number of Channels
2x D/A
Converter Circuitry
D/A Chipset:Burr-Brown
Display
No
Maximum Sampling Rate
768 kHz / 32-Bit (DoD/DSD over PCM)
Number of Microphone Inputs
No
Expansion Slots
No
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O
1x Stereo RCA Unbalanced Line Output1x 4.4 mm TRRRS Balanced Headphone Output1x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output
Digital Audio I/O
No
Host Connection
1x USB-C
Host Connection Protocol
USB 2.0, USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
USB (Non-Host)
No
Sync I/O
No
Network I/O
No
MIDI I/O
No
Wireless
No
Performance
Frequency Response
5 Hz to 90 kHz ±3 dB
Maximum Output Level
RCA Line Outputs:+3.3 V (Switchable)4.4 mm Headphone Outputs:+6.2 V (Switchable)
Headphone Output Power
1/4":300 mW into 32 Ohms70 mW into 600 Ohms4.4 mm:210 mW into 32 Ohms18 mW into 600 Ohms
Impedance
Headphone Outputs:< 1 OhmLine Outputs:≤ 200 Ohms (Balanced)≤ 100 Ohms (Unbalanced)
Dynamic Range
Headphone:≥ 109 dBA (at 0 dBFS)Line:≥ 113 dBA (at 0 dBFS)
SNR
Headphone Outputs:> -109 dBA (at 0 dBFS)Line Outputs:> -113 dBA (at 0 dBFS)
THD+N
4.4 mm Headphone Outputs:< 0.0005% (Balanced)1/4" Headphone Outputs:< 0.013%4.4 mm Line Outputs:< 0.0015% (Balanced)RCA Line Outputs:0.003%
Digital Audio
Sample Rates
768 kHz (PCM)
Bit Depths
Up to 32-Bit
Digital Audio Decoding
DSD
Sync Sources
Internal
Compatibility
OS Compatibility
No
Mobile App Compatible
No
Power
Power Requirements
AC/DC Power Adapter (Not Included), USB Bus Power
DC Input Power
5 VDC at 0.5A
Power Consumption
2.5 W (Maximum)0.5 W (Idle)
Physical
Dimensions
6.2 x 4.6 x 1.4" / 15.7 x 11.7 x 3.6 cm
Weight
1.0 lb / 454.0 g
The Matrix Element I2 is part of the brand's line of network players, functioning as a complete standalone source device for your audio system and bringing your traditional HiFi system into the world of high-resolution streaming.
With the Element I2, you can enjoy your music in many ways. Whether your files are stored on a device on your local network (computer, NAS...), on a USB storage device or on your smartphone, they are accessible from the Element I2. The streamer also supports DLNA and AirPlay2 streaming protocols as well as Spotify Connect and TIDAL Connect, allowing you to send your music to the I2 directly from a smartphone, for example.
Many music streaming services are also accessible from the network player, such as Spotify, TIDAL or Qobuz, but also to a wide range of web radios thanks to vTuner.
With the free MA Remote mobile app you can browse your local music files, access your favorite streaming services and web radios, and control playback remotely, right from your smartphone. Firmware updates for the Element I2 can also be managed through the app.
The I2 can also be connected in WiFi thanks to the integration of a dual-band antenna 2.4GHz and 5GHz.
SPECIFICATIONS
Product type
Streamer
Inputs
1x Coaxial1x Optical1x I2S LVDS via HDMI1x USB-B1x RJ45
Outputs
1x Stereo RCA1x Stereo XLR1x Balanced Jack 4.4mm headphone output1x Single-ended Jack 6.35mm headphone output
CPU
NXP i.MX 6Quad Cortex-A9
DAC Chip
ES9038Q2M
Clock
Crystek CCHD-950
Supported sampling rates
Coaxial / Optical : PCM up to 24bit 192kHz, DSD DoP64I2S LVDS : PCM up to 32bit 768kHz, Native DSD up to DSD512, DSD DoP up to DSD256USB-B : PCM up to 32bit 768kHz, Native DSD up to DSD512, DSD DoP up to DSD256, MQA up to 24bit 384kHz
SNR
RCA Output : > -118dB A-WeightingXLR Output : > -120dB A-WeightingBalanced Jack 4.4mm headphone output : > -116dB A-WeightingSingle-ended Jack 6.35mm headphone output : > -114dB A-Weighting
THD+N
RCA Output : < 0.00035% @ 1kHz, < 0.00050% @ 20Hz-20kHzXLR Output : < 0.00025% @ 1kHz, < 0.00035% @ 20Hz-20kHzBalanced Jack 4.4mm headphone output : < 0.0006% @ 20Hz-20kHz 4VrmsSingle-ended Jack 6.35mm headphone output : < 0.0008% @ 20Hz-20kHz 2Vrms
Frequency response
RCA Output : 20Hz-20kHz ±0.1 -3dB @ 80kHzXLR Output : 20Hz-20kHz ±0.1 -3dB @ 80kH6Balanced Jack 4.4mm headphone output : 20Hz-20kHZ ±0.1 -3dB @ 65kHzSingle-ended Jack 6.35mm headphone output : 20Hz-20kHz ±0.1 -3dB @ 65kHz
Crosstalk
RCA Output : > -130dBXLR Output : > -138dB
Output level
RCA Output : 2Vrms @ 0dBXLR Output : 4Vrms @ 0dB
Headphone output impedance
Balanced Jack 4.4mm headphone output : < 22ΩSingle-ended Jack 6.35mm headphone output : < 11Ω
Headphone output power
Balanced Jack 4.4mm headphone output : 1500mW @ 33Ω, 950mW @ 300Ω, 500mW @ 600Ω, 1% THDSingle-ended Jack 6.35mm headphone output : 1200mW @ 33Ω, 260mW @ 300Ω, 130mW @ 600Ω, 1% THD
Headphone output gain
+16.5dB
Network
LAN : 10/100/1000MbpsWLAN : 2.4GHz / 5GHz
Control app
MA Remote
Supported file formats
MP3, WMA, WAV, AIF, AIFC, AIFF, AAC, FLAC, OGG, APE, ALAC, M4A, DSF, DFF, CUE
Supported transmission protocols
AirPlay 2DLNA/UPnPTIDAL ConnectSpotify ConnectvTuner
Product Highlights
High-quality ES9039Q2M D/A chip
Fully balanced amplifier circuit
Dual output ports (6.35mm and 4.4mm)
3.46-inch LCD touch screen
High-resolution streaming with MA Player
MA Remote App for iPhone, iPad, and Android
Playback support from USB storage devices and NAS
TIDAL, Qobuz, and HIGHRESAUDIO streaming support
Internet radio support from vTuner and Radio Paradise
High-quality USB DAC
HDMI ARC input port
S/PDIF optical and coaxial input interfaces
RCA analog input with three input gain levels
Gigabit Ethernet and dual-band Wi-Fi
RM5 remote control with programmable button
Specs
CPU: Quad Cortex-A55 2.0GHz
D/A chip: ES9039Q2M
Coaxial & optical:
PCM 16-24Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz
DSD 2.8MHz (DoP)
HDMI ARC: PCM 16-24Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz
USB audio:
PCM 16-24Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz, 705.6kHz, 768kHz
MQA 16-24Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz MQA or MQA Studio stream
DSD 2.8MHz, 5.6MHz, 11.2MHz (DoP)
DSD 2.8MHz, 5.6MHz, 11.2MHz, 22.4MHz (Native)
Line output XLR
SNR: 127dB A-weighting
THD+N:<0.00008%@1k, <0.00010%@20Hz-20kHz
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz ±0.1 -3dB@90kHz
Channel Crosstalk: >-146dB
Output Level: 4.4VRMS@0dB
Line output RCA
SNR: 121dB A-weighting
THD+N:<0.00015%@1k, <0.00020%@20Hz-20kHz
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz ±0.1 -3dB@90kHz
Channel Crosstalk: >-133dB
Output Level: 2.2VRMS@0dB
4.4mm headphone output
SNR: 117dB A-weighting
THD+N:<0.0004%@20Hz-20kHz 4VRMS
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz ±0.1 -3dB@90kHz
Output Impedance:<22Ω
Output Power: 2200mw@33Ω, 950mw@300Ω, 500mw@600Ω, 1%THD
Gain: +14dB
6.35mm unbalanced headphone output
SNR: 116dB A-weighting
THD+N:<0.0005%@20Hz-20kHz 2VRMS
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz ±0.1 -3dB@90kHz
Output Impedance:<11Ω
Output Power: 1200mW@33Ω, 260mW@300Ω, 130mW@600Ω, 1%THD
Gain: +14dB
Aux input
SNR: 100dB A-weighted
THD+N: <0.0035%@1k, <0.0035%@20Hz-20kHz
Frequency response: <0.0035%@20Hz-20kHz
Channel crosstalk: >-105dB
Input level: 2.1VRMS Maximum
Network
LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbps
WLAN: 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
USB Type C
The USB Type C port provides a maximum power of 5V/1.5A.
The USB port works with devices which conform to the USB mass storage standard and supports FAT, FAT32, exFAT and NTFS file formats, but is not guaranteed to be compatible with all storage devices.
MA player
Controller app: MA remote app
Local playback format supported: MP3 , WMA , WAV , AIF, AIFC, AIFF, AAC, FLAC, OGG, APE, ALAC, M4A, DSF, DFF, CUE
PCM sampling rate:
PCM 16-24Bit 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz, 705.6kHz, 768kHz
MQA 16-24Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz MQA or MQA Studio stream
DSD sampling rate: 2.8MHz, 5.6MHz, 11.2MHz, 22.4MHz
Roon Ready: Under certification test
PCM sampling rate:
PCM 16-24 Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz, 705.6kHz, 768kHz
MQA 16-24 Bit /44.1 kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz MQA or MQA Studio stream
DSD sampling rate: DSD 2.8MHz, 5.6MHz, 11.2MHz, 22.4MHz
Power specs
Power voltage: AC 100V-240V 50/60Hz
Standby power consumption: <5W
Maximum power consumption: <30W
Weight and size
Weight: 2.87 pounds
Size: 8.8” width, 7.32” depth, 2.07” height
Engineered to deliver high-fidelity sound quality in a compact, desktop form-factor, the HPA V202 Headphone Amplifier from Violectric is an attractively priced solution geared toward the beginner audiophile. The high damping factor makes the HPA V202 a smart choice for difficult to drive headphones, and the ultralow-noise operation pairs well with the 60V internal operating voltage provide incredible detail and optimal performance on both high- and low-impedance models.
The elegantly crafted amp offers both unbalanced 1/4" and unbalanced 4.4mm Pentaconn front-panel headphone jacks along with a large 38mm volume dial with an Alps RK 27 attenuator. An input switch lets you easily toggle between the balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs on the rear panel. Also on the back are dip switches that allow you to set pre-gain levels from -18 to +18 dB to create a perfect match for your headphones.
At a Glance
Natural and warm sounding headphone amp well suited to developing audiophile
60V internal operating voltage, ideal for high-impedance headphones
High output power for headphones with low impedances and magnetostatics
2 stereo inputs, balanced via XLR and unbalanced via RCA
Inputs switchable on the front panel
+/- 18 dB pre-gain for a perfect match of the HPA V202 between source and headphones
Volume control with Alps RK 27 attenuator
Big 38mm aluminum knob
2700 mW Pmax into 50 Ohm
18.5 V RMS into 600 Ohm
Delayed coupling of the headphones to the amp after power-on
Two headphone jacks: one Pentaconn unbalanced and one 1/4" unbalanced
Built-in power supply with toroidal transformer
22,000 uF filter capacity
It’s head-fi. It’s desk-fi. And it’s hi-fi.The NEO iDSD 2 is iFi's versatile new 3-in-1 DAC/Amp, designed specifically for CAS audiophiles. It pairs effortlessly with your headphones as a Head-Fi DAC/Amp, can be used as a pure DAC with your integrated amplifier, or serve as a DAC/Preamp for your active speakers and power amplifier. It features the latest Bluetooth 5.4, supporting the new aptX Lossless, the only Bluetooth codec capable of streaming lossless CD-quality audio without sacrificing audio quality. The NEO iDSD 2 has improved headphone and line outputs, providing ample power for your high-demanding headphones, as well as power amplifiers.My Blue isn’t your blue. It’s new and Lossless.The NEO iDSD 2 features the latest Bluetooth 5.4 technology, supporting the new aptX Lossless codec, which provides a maximum bitrate of 1,200kbps. In comparison, aptX Adaptive has a maximum bitrate of 420kbps, while LDAC offers a higher bitrate of 990kbps. However, aptX Lossless is the first and only Bluetooth codec capable of streaming CD-quality audio without using a compression method that degrades sound quality. While other Bluetooth codecs claim to support CD-quality and even hi-res audio, they employ lossy compression during transmission, which negatively affects sound quality. The NEO iDSD 2 used Qualcomm’s new QCC518x Bluetooth audio chip, is qualified to Bluetooth 5.4, supported all* Bluetooth formats including: aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX, LDAC, LHDC/HWA, AAC and SBC. *As of 22 Sep 2023. Check your device for Bluetooth codec support.5x more headphone output power than its predecessor.You heard me correctly – the headphone output power of the NEO iDSD 2 is a whopping 5 times more powerful than that of the 1st-gen NEO iDSD. With a maximum headphone output power of 5,551 mW (@ 32Ω), it outperforms even some dedicated headphone amplifiers, making them sweat. The headphone section has seen significant improvement, as we’ve essentially integrated a Diablo headphone circuit into it. It features Auto iEMatch to reduce annoying hiss from high-sensitivity headphones without losing any dynamic range and four gain settings ranging from -12dB to +16dB, making it suitable for all your IEMs and headphone types, from super-sensitive to power-hungry. The NEO iDSD 2 is not only a powerhouse, but it’s also tailored for your ears. The newly added analogue processing modes, XSpace and XBass II, along with the four digital filters, allow you to finetune the sound. Both XSpace and XBass II are pure analogue signal processing modes designed to adjust the soundstage and low-frequency response to match your headphones.Stand by you. No matter up or down.Whether you’re using the NEO iDSD 2 as a Desk-Fi or Hi-Fi, you can position it horizontally or vertically. The new 2-inch color display automatically rotates to suit the orientation. When using it as a Desk-Fi, you can position it vertically on your desk to save space. Set it to variable output, and with its powerful 19.5V maximum balanced output, it works well with your active speakers with volume control. The volume control is analog, which is superior to any digital volume control. When using the NEO iDSD 2 as a Hi-Fi, you can place it horizontally. It can serve as a pure DAC, playing all Hi-Res music files from PCM 32-bit/768kHz to DSD512 and full MQA decoding. You can also connect it directly to your power amplifier as a preamplifier, utilizing its analogue volume control.Clean, accurate resolution.The internal GMT femto-precision clock, combined with a smart storage cache, forms an advanced jitter reduction system. It effectively reduces jitter in the digital signal, producing cleaner and more accurate sound. If you possess a more accurate external clock, or if you wish to synchronize with other devices such as CD players or network streamers that have an external clock input, you can connect both the NEO iDSD 2 and the other devices to the external clock via the 10MHz External Sync Clock input for even greater clock signal accuracy. It’s rare to find an External Sync Clock input in this price range. Even if you don’t have an external clock, the internal GMT femto-precision clock still offers excellent performance in its class.More than new features. Enhanced circuitry.The NEO iDSD 2’s enhanced PureWave circuit design, with its balanced dual-mono topology and short signal paths, is known for outstanding linearity and minimal noise and distortion, offering you exceptional sonic purity. The results are an improved Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) of >120dB(A), Dynamic Range (DNR) of -120dB(A), and Total Harmonic Distortion plus Noise (THD+N) of <0.0015%, bringing the NEO iDSD 2’s performance on par with DACs at a higher price point.Introducing the new iFi Nexis App.Introducing the iFi Nexis App for your NEO iDSD 2. Simply search for “NEO iDSD 2” in the app to access a suite of features and settings. Easily perform OTA upgrades, which automatically update your device over the network. The app offers a convenient way to control your NEO iDSD 2, allowing you to adjust functions and settings with ease. Download the iFi Nexis App now and experience the full potential of your NEO iDSD 2.Input / Output• USB 3.0 (2.0 Compatible)/ Digital S-PDIF(Coaxial/Optical)• Blutooth 5.4 (aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptx, LDAC, HWA/LHDC, AAC and SBC)• Balanced XLR 19.5V max.(variable) 4.4V fixed• Single Ended Stereo RCA 10.5V max. (variable) 2.2V fixed• 4.4mm Pentacon Balanced & 6.3mm SE Headphones OutThe Specs• Native DSD/PCM Burr-Brown MultiBit (With MQA support up to 384kHz)• SNR: -112dB(A) @0dBFS / THD+N @ 0.0015% Line OUT• Headphone Output - 5.77V(1040mW) @32ohms / 6.4V(68.6mW) @600ohms [Balanced] & 3V(2950mW) @32ohms / 3.3V(17.6mW) @600ohms [Single Ended]• Headphone Out THD+N: (125mW @32ohms) - 0.0015%• Dynamic Range: -120dB(A)• Power Consumption (No Signal) ~0.5W (Max Signal) ~2.5W• Output Impedance (Headphone Bal/UnBal) <1ohm• Dimensions 8.4" x 5.7" x 1.6" / Weight 2.14 lbsCompatible Operating Systems• iOS & Mac via Apple Lightening to USB Camera Adapter• Windows via USB or Digital COAXIAL & Android via USB OTG Cable
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