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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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The Violectric DHA V380 is a new top device in the Violectric range. It offers a state-of the-art DAC and a balanced headphone amplifier and a pre-amp function. The DAC is a new development and includes a 32-bit resampler / reclocker and two 32-bit DACs per channel. The latest findings from the multiple test winners from Lake People, Violectric and Niimbus were implemented in the headphone amplifier. Violectric DHA V380 not only offers a powerful headphone amplifier, but also: LOWEST NOISE - through a very small amount of internal gain. This makes the amplifier's self-generated noise inaudible. HIGH OUTPUT VOLTAGE - through 50 V internal operating voltage. Therefor ideally suited for high-impedance headphones deserving high output voltage swing. HIGH OUTPUT POWER - thanks to powerful amplifiers that offer far more power even the most demanding headphones would need. So best suited for headphones with low impedances as well as magnetostatic headphones !! HIGH DAMPING FACTOR - due to lowest output impedance. Therefor the ideal match for difficult to drive headphones without negative side effects and with the guarantee for a uncompromising frequency response. The Violectric DHA V380 offers: 2 analogue stereo inputs, unbalanced via RCA 3 digital inputs, opto and coax with up to 24 bit and up to 192 kHz capability, USB with up to 32 bit and up to 384 kHz for PCM signals, DSD 64 – 256 32 bit Resampling / Reclocking with 180 dB dynamic range, modes: On / Off / Best 2 x 32 bit DAC per channel with -112 dB THD+N and 123 dB dynamic range +/- 18 dB Pre-Gain for a perfect match of the DHA V380 between source and headphones 4 powerful amps offering 5000 mW Pmax into 50 Ohm and 21 V RMS into 600 Ohm Headphone path and line-out path individually switchable 1 balanced headphone output with 4-pin XLR, 2 single ended outputs with 6,3 mm jack Line-out, stereo, 1 x unbalanced via RCA, 1 x balanced via XLR 1 toroidal transformer, > 26.500 uF filter capacity It is on you:DAC? Headphone amplifier? Pre-amplifier? Any combination? The headphone outputs or the rear line outputs can be activated/deactivated by a switch on the front. Connect not only your headphones to the Violectric DHA V380 but also your power amplifier or your active speakers and enjoy a compact and fantastic sounding headphone amplifier with a State-of-the-art DAC and a premium preamplifier!

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Headphone amplifier SPL Auditor High-End class. When developing the Auditor, SPL strictly adhered to a purist concept to achieve the highest signal quality. The basis of the circuit design is the time-justified reference technology “120Volt”, which uses hand-assembled operational amplifiers operating at 120 volts. This is approximately twice as much as in all modern semiconductor circuits. Thanks to this circuit design, it was possible to achieve a level of efficiency that goes far beyond the capabilities of traditional designs. The net result: uncompromising superiority in dynamic range and distortion levels over all known analog and digital standards. In other words, nothing but sound.FP29 headphone amplifier perfect Reference German SPL2910/2911, using almost the same Circuits,layout and materials.The op-amp in the machine is not for signal amplification, just provided for stabilize operating point and protect the headphones, without any replacement necessaryAmplifier using four groups of amplifier module, two for each channel, all discrete components productionSize: 190(W) * 80(H) * 310(D) mm, weight: 3.5 kgNORATEL seal toroidal transformer, HA main filter capacitor, Panasonic FC series capacitors,ERO film capacitors, ALPS27 potentiometer, Fairchild/ST transistor

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ZEN Air CAN The ZEN Air CAN is a powerful, hi-res home analogue amplifier that provides greater headphone enjoyment with any analogue source such as your PC, Mac, smartphone, tablet, streamer or TV. Enjoy an improved headphone experience with the ZEN Air CAN. Amp it up The ZEN Air CAN is an amplifier pure and simple. It simply takes an input signal from a source such as those mentioned above and creates a larger copy of the original signal before it’s sent to your headphones. Think about listening to sound with your hands over your ears and then removing them!  Adding the ZEN Air CAN into your system is a little like that – back comes clarity of sound as well as volume. Lots to gain… The ZEN Air CAN comes with three gain settings so that it works well with every pair of headphones or in-ear monitors (also known as IEMs). What is gain? Gain in audio terms refers to an amplifier’s ability to increase the amplitude (size) of the signal from the source (input) to the headphones or speakers (output).  More gain equals a stronger signal. You will need to adjust the gain depending on the sensitivity of the headphones or iEMs you are using. For example, highly sensitive headphones need lower gain. Play around with the settings. Trust your ears. eSpecially for you The ZEN Air CAN has two different headphone sockets – 6.3mm single-ended and 4.4mm S-Balanced. There are basically two types of headphone – single-ended and balanced. In a nutshell, single-ended is the most common but the balanced option is often considered the better as it offers more power and control of the headphones. At iFi, we know not everyone has balanced headphones, so we’ve created our S-Balanced technology. This gives you all the benefits of a balanced connection – lower noise, less crosstalk – but without the need for balanced headphones. Sonic tailoring The ZEN Air CAN boasts a couple of sonic tweaks, unique to iFi. XBass is analogue bass boost. In other words, it extends the bass response to suit different headphones. XSpace is an analogue headphone spatialiser. This opens up your music to give you the spaciousness of a live-concert atmosphere.

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