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iFi Audio hip dac 3 Portable Hi-Res DAC/Headphone Amp
Now, iFi Audio's battery-powered portable hi-res DAC/headphone amp is adorned in the Titanium Shadow hue, exuding timeless elegance with a touch of modern sophistication. The transformation extends beyond aesthetics. The hip-dac 3’s sleek Aluminium case houses new features, tailored to elevate your audio experience.
Two USB-C ports simplify your cable management: one for audio and the other for charging. A switch on the underside activates iFi’s iEMatch technology, which is optimized for high-sensitivity headphones and earphones, making it especially beneficial for your in-ear monitors (IEMs).
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Technical Specification
- Input: USB-C
- Formats Supported: DSD256 / PCM384kHz / Full MQA Decoder
- DAC: Burr Brown
- Headphone Outputs: 4.4mm, 3.5mm
- Power Output:
- BAL 400mW @ 32Ω; 6.3V @ 600Ω
- UnBAL 280mW @ 32Ω; 3.2V @ 600Ω
- SNR:
- BAL <109dB(A) @ 0dBFS
- UnBAL <103dB(A) @ 0dBFS
- DNR:
- BAL <109dB(A)
- UnBAL <103dB(A)
- THD + N:
- BAL <0.006X% (360mW/2.0V @ 600Ω)
- UnBAL <0.01% (100mW/1.27V @ 16Ω)
- Frequency Response: 20Hz - 45kHz (-3dB)
- Power Consumption: <2W idle, 4W max
- Battery:
- Lithium-polymer 2,200mAh
- up to 12 hours
- Power System: Charging via USB-C, BC V1.2 compliant up to 1000mA charging current
- Dimensions: 102 x 70 x 14 mm (4.0" x 2.8" x 0.6")
- Net weight: 135 g
- Warranty: 1 year
What Is In The Box
- iFi Audio hip dac 3 Portable Hi-Res DAC/Headphone Amp
- USB-C Cable
- Warranty Card
- User Manual
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Manufacture Description
Hip flask size. Magnum performance.
With its sleek, robust aluminium enclosure, the portable hip-dac 3 discreetly fits in a pocket or bag. It replaces the subpar DAC and amplifier in smartphones, tablets, PCs, and Macs. Just connect via USB-C, plug in your favourite headphones, and enjoy rich, dynamic sound.
iFi’s expertise with the Burr-Brown chipset ensures optimal performance. However, a superior DAC stage involves more than just the DAC chip. A crucial element is the XMOS chip for processing digital audio inputs. The hip-dac 3 features a 16-core XMOS microcontroller, programmed by iFi’s in-house team to optimise sound quality and ensure a perfect hi-res partnership with the Burr-Brown DAC.
Get connected
The hip-dac 3’s USB-C input supports up to 32-bit/384kHz audio, compatible with USB 3.0 and 2.0. Its asynchronous design ensures jitter-free data transfer. A separate USB-C charging port allows use while charging, preserving a pure audio signal path.
The hip-dac 3 provides two outputs: a 3.5mm socket for single-ended headphones and a 4.4mm balanced output for those with balanced connectivity, leveraging the device’s differential amp design. The 3.5mm output utilizes iFi’s S-Balanced circuitry, minimizing crosstalk and distortion for single-ended connections.
The hip-dac 3’s 2,200mAh battery offers up to 12 hours of playtime, varying by volume and headphone power needs. It includes a USB-C OTG cable and a USB-A to USB-C cable.
Tailored for your headphones and earphones
The amp stage has switchable gain, called PowerMatch, to ensure optimal power for the headphones you are using.
An underside switch engages iFi’s iEMatch technology, optimising output for high-sensitivity headphones, especially in-ear monitors (IEMs). It reduces hiss, enhances detail and dynamic range, and improves volume control range.
XBass is a user-selectable feature that boosts bass without muddying the midrange, ideal for your earphones and open-back headphones. It works in the analogue domain, avoiding alterations via DSP.