HIFIMAN EF499 | Desktop DAC and Amp
The EF499 Desktop DAC and Amp Features Classic HiFiMAN R2R Sound, in a Sleek, Compact Package
- New R2R DAC design, a perfect match for HiFiMAN's detailed resolving headphones
- Boasts 4.35W of balanced power output
- Supports a number of streaming options for lossless wireless connections
DAC and Headphone Amplifier with Streaming Features
Not only does EF499 provide the pure sound of a HiFiMAN R2R DAC and up to 4.35W of power output, it's ethernet connection allows for lossless streaming from your mobile device or an NAS. The DAC is a new R2R design, based on HiFiMAN's beloved HIMALAYA R2R, providing a similar level of reference sound.
Like it's big brothers in HiFiMAN's lineup, EF499 provides High and Low Gain options for the amplifier output, along with Oversampling or Non-oversampling (NOS) DAC processing options to let you find the sound that's best for you.
Desktop Versatility
For the standard DAC, you can connect via USB-A, USB-C, or digital coax, providing compatibility with a number of devices. Similarly, you can output to RCA or XLR, meaning EF499 can work with an external headphone amp or power amp.
Specifications
- SN/R: 99dB (A-Weighted)
- THD+N (Line out): 0.008%
- Channel Separation: 95 ±3dB
- Maximum Power Output: 4.35w per channel @ 32Ω BAL | 1.28w per channel @ 32Ω UnBAL
- Inputs: USB-B, USB-C, Coax, Ethernet
- HiFiMAN 1 Year Manufacturer Warranty
Headphone Output
- 6.3mm SE
- XLR 4-Pin Balanced
Line Out
- Dual XLR Balanced
- Dual RCA SE
