iFi Audio - Hip-Dac 3 - Portable Balanced DAC/AMP For Music Streaming Services - Edition - Black
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The iFi Audio Hip DAC 3 is a portable DAC and headphone amplifier delivering true high-resolution audio with DSD256, PCM384, DXD384, and full MQA support. Featuring a Burr Brown DAC, balanced output, and powerful amplification, it upgrades sound quality from any smartphone, tablet, or laptop. Designed for audiophiles on the move, it combines premium performance with a compact, durable build.
Burr-Brown True Native DAC (bit-perfect playback)
Preserves the original character of your music by keeping formats “as-is,” delivering a more natural, musical presentation with strong detail and texture.
16-core XMOS USB engine
Handles USB audio with precision for a cleaner, more consistent signal path—helping reduce artifacts and maintain clarity across a wide range of sources.
Dual headphone outputs (4.4mm balanced + 3.5mm S-Balanced)
Run balanced headphones for maximum drive and separation, or use standard 3.5mm plugs while benefiting from S-Balanced noise and crosstalk reduction.
PowerMatch switchable gain (+10dB)
Easily adapt output level to your headphones—go low for efficient earphones, or enable gain when you need more headroom and impact.
XBass analogue bass enhancement + full MQA decoding
Add low-end weight in the analogue domain for a fuller sound, while also supporting full MQA decoding for compatible hi-res streaming and files.
- BrandiFi AudioModel NumberHIPDAC3Product NameiFi Audio Hip-Dac 3 - Portable Balanced DAC/AMP For Music Streaming Services - Black EditionColorBlackNumber Of Headphone Jacks2Number Of Inputs2
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