iFi GO Link MAX | Portable DAC and Amp

iFi's GO Link MAX Portable DAC / Amp is The Perfect Entry Point For Beginner Audiophiles

• Greatly improves headphone sound from any device with USB out
• Dual ES9219 DACs with Time Domain Jitter Elimination tech
• Supports Hi-Res audio up to 384kHz PCM and DSD256
• Dynamic Range Enhancement for more exciting sound
• Features balanced circuitry for reduced noise and improved audio separation

The Missing Link: iFi GO Link MAX

iFi Audio, a trailblazer in high-fidelity audio components, proudly introduces its latest innovation: the GO Link MAX. The portable DAC/Amp features improvements in output power to drive demanding headphones, a 4.4mm balanced output, clearer audio thanks to vastly reduced distortion, and a more engaging, wider dynamic range.

Whether you're a casual listener or an audiophile, the GO Link MAX will transform the way you hear your favorite tracks, bringing out every detail and making it feel like you're hearing it again for the very first time.

Big Sound in a Small Package

Despite its compact size, the GO link Max delivers a huge audio upgrade compared to its worthy predecessor, the iFi GO Link. With up to 241mW of output power – nearly 5x more than a MacBook Pro – it drives demanding headphones with ease, making your music sound louder, clearer, and more powerful wherever you go.

Balanced Dual DAC for Perfect Clarity

The GO link MAX features a dual DAC setup with (x2) ES9219 chips, offering improved audio performance over the original GO Link with a 130dBA SNR, wider soundstage, and ultra-low distortion (<0.0015%). The dual DACs also provide better channel separation, allowing for a wider soundstage and more precise left-right distinction. It delivers clear, refined, and immersive sound, making it an excellent choice for portable, high-quality audio.

The Dual DAC setup also enhances the balanced audio output, minimizing interference and maximizing SNR. This results in clearer, more refined sound, leading to a richer and more immersive listening experience, making the GO link MAX a standout choice for ultraportable, high-quality audio.

The GO link MAX is built with a 4.4mm balanced headphone output, unlocking the benefits of ultra-clear, precise balanced sound. With balanced audio, there is significantly less risk of unwanted noise or interference disrupting the signal, resulting in cleaner audio with improved clarity.

Next-Level Sound Quality

The GO link MAX leverages advanced THD compensation to reduce 2nd and 3rd harmonic distortion, delivering cleaner, more accurate sound. This technology enhances the balanced DAC’s natural clarity, making subtle details more audible and sound reproduction more natural. Additionally, Dynamic Range Enhancement (DRE) adds +6dB of range, creating impactful highs, resonant lows, and a greater sense of depth. Together, these innovations ensure a smoother, more immersive listening experience for music, movies, and gaming.

Crystal Clear Sound and Precision

The GO link MAX combines iFi’s advanced ‘Quad DAC+’ and ‘Time Domain Jitter Eliminator’ technologies for ultra-low distortion, exceptional clarity, and enhanced dynamic range. The ‘Quad DAC+’ architecture delivers detailed sound with improved SNR, while the GMT clock circuitry ensures precise timing and distortion-free playback. This results in a vibrant, crystal-clear soundstage with pinpoint accuracy, allowing every note and instrument to shine without subtle distortions, providing an immersive and refined listening experience.

Twisted Cables

The GO link Max features a silver-plated copper cable with individual polymer insulation in a helix design to virtually eliminate any interference. Unlike standard, single wired audio cables often affected by electrical interference, the twisted cable on the GO link Max reduces inductance and capacitance and rejects any outside noise. This leaves the listener with clearer, uninterrupted, and immersive audio.

High-Quality Volume Control

The GO Link MAX uses a hardware-based volume control to ensure changes in volume do not affect the quality of the sound. Many audio products at this price point use software volume control, reducing data sent to the DAC and degrading sound quality. Hardware-based adjustments preserve audio detail and ensure consistent quality, whether increasing volume in noisy settings or lowering it for focused listening.

Specifications

• Input: USB-C
• Headphone Outputs:
  • (1x) BAL 4.4mm
  • (1x) S-Balanced 3.5mm
• DAC: Dual Bit Perfect DACs by ESS
• Audio Formats: DSD256, PCM 384kHz
• Output Impedance: 0.35Ω via 4.4mm | 0.7Ω via 3.5mm
• SNR / DNR: 130dBA via 4.4mm | 125dBA via 3.5mm
• THD+N: ≤0.0016% (1.27V @ 32Ω)
• Power Consumption: No Signal -0.6W | Max Signal -3.2W
• Dimensions: 5.9" x 0.59" x 0.39"
• Net Weight: 0.51 oz
• iFi 1 Year Warranty

In the Box

• GO Link MAX
• Quick start card
• USB-A to USB-C Female adapter
• Instruction card