iFi hip-dac 3 | Portable DAC and Amp
Audiophile Performance at Your Hip with the iFi Hip-Dac 3 Portable DAC/Amp
- 3rd Gen portable Hi-Res DAC/Amp featuring enhanced internal circuitry
- USB-C replaces USB-A from previous hip-dac
- Improved headphone sound over inferior DAC circuitry found in smartphones, tablets, and computers
- Premium build quality with Titanium Shadow aluminum chassis
- Hi-Res True Native playback of all formats from MP3 to DSD256, with PCM384 and DXD384
- iEMatch and XBass features correct headphone sonic balance and inaccurate bass response
- Balanced 4.4mm and 3.5mm S-Balanced headphone outputs
Meet the Hip-Dac 3
With its sleek aluminum enclosure, the latest generation portable hip-dac 3 discreetly fits in your pocket and replaces the subpar DAC and amplifier in smartphones, tablets, PCs, and Macs. Just connect it via USB-C, plug in your favorite headphones or IEMs, and enjoy richer, more dynamic sound.
IFi's newest battery-powered pocket DAC/amp is graced with a Titanium Shadow hue, giving it a timeless elegance with a touch of modern sophistication. But the evolution extends beyond aesthetics with new features tailored to elevate your audio experience.
USB-C For the Win
Two USB-C ports simplify cable management: one for audio and the other for charging.
iEMatch
A switch on the underside activates iFi’s iEMatch which reduces hiss, enhances detail and dynamic range, and improves volume control range. Optimized for high-sensitivity headphones and earphones, iEMatch is especially beneficial for IEMs.
Circuit Upgrades
Inside, hip-dac 3 boasts circuit enhancements, including new metal film capacitors for a better frequency response. Additionally, an updated version of iFi’s GMT circuitry, coupled with a new crystal oscillator, further reduces phase noise, delivering a purer sound.
Truly Balanced
The hip-dac 3 features a true balanced circuit design, minimizing signal distortion and yielding a purer signal. The circuitry incorporates high-quality components, including a custom iFi op-amp, low-noise power supply IC, and a premium analog volume pot.
The amp stage can deliver up to 400mW into a 32Ω load, making it compatible with a wide range of headphones. Additionally, it efficiently drives high-impedance headphones with an output voltage of 6.3V into 600Ω from the balanced output.
Burr-Brown DAC
The hip-dac 3 uses a Burr-Brown DAC chip for its fluid, highly 'musical' sound quality and True Native architecture. Together with iF's custom circuitry, this enables the hip dac 3 to deliver excellent sound quality across digital audio formats, including bit-perfect PCM, native DSD and MQA.
Enhanced, Hi-Res Playback
The hip-dac 3 features Hi-Res True Native® playback of all music formats from MP3 to DSD256. It's compatible with Hi-Res audio formats such as PCM384 for broader compatibility and DXD384 for studio-level, mastering quality playback.
On-the-Go Audio Flow
Take the hip dac 3 with you wherever you go, whether working in your favorite coffee shop or chilling on your daily commute, sunrise or sunset. Battery life is up to 8 hours, so you can enjoy your music with multiple sessions before needing a recharge.
Specifications
- Input: USB-C
- Formats Supported: DSD 256 / 11.3MHz | PCM 384kHz | MQA Full Decoder
- DAC: Bit-Perfect DSD & DXD DAC by Burr Brown
- Outputs: BAL 4.4mm | S-BAL 3.5mm
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Power Output
- BAL: 400mW @ 32Ω | 6.3V @ 600Ω
- S-BAL: 280mW @ 32Ω | 3.2V @ 600Ω
- Output Impedance: ≤ 1Ω (BAL/S-BAL) | w/ iEMatch on: ≤ 4.5Ω
- SNR + DNR: BAL < 109dBA @ 0dBFS | S-BAL <103dBA @ 0dBFS
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THD+N
- BAL: < 0.006% (360mW/2V @ 600Ω)
- S-BAL: < 0.01% (100mW/1.27V @ 32Ω)
- Frequency Response: 20Hz - 45kHz (-3dB)
- Battery: Lithium-polymer 2200mAh approx. 8 hours
- Power System: charge via USB-C | BC V1.2 compliant up to 1000mA charging current
- Power Consumption: < 2W idle, 4W max
- Dimensions: 4.0" x 2.8" x 0.6"
- Net weight: 0.3 lbs (137g)
In the Box
- hip-dac 3
- USB-A to USB-C cable
- USB-C to USB-C cable
- iFi hip-dac 3 Quick Start Guide
- IFi Warranty Card (1 Year)
- IFi hip-dac 3 User Manual
