iFi Audio Hip-Dac 3 Headphone Amplifier and DAC
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Product Overview & Specifications
The iFi Audio Hip-Dac 3 advances the iconic series design with built-in iEMatch for sensitive IEMs, enhanced circuitry, and modern USB-C connectivity. Combining a sleek titanium shadow aluminium body with a 16-core XMOS microcontroller and a Burr-Brown DAC chip, it discreetly fits into a pocket or bag to replace subpar DACs and amplifiers in mobile and desktop devices.
KEY FEATURES & SYSTEM HIGHLIGHTS
- Burr-Brown DAC & XMOS Processing: 16-core XMOS chip paired with a native Burr-Brown DAC for bit-perfect high-resolution audio decoding.
- True Balanced Circuitry: Features custom iFi OV op-amps and Texas Instruments power ICs to minimize signal distortion and phase noise.
- iEMatch Technology: Built-in attenuation switch tailored for high-sensitivity in-ear monitors (IEMs) to eliminate background hiss and enhance low-level detail.
- PowerMatch & XBass: PowerMatch offers switchable gain for power-hungry headphones, while XBass provides an analogue bass boost without muddying the midrange.
- Full MQA Decoder: Performs complete 'three unfold' hardware decoding for high-resolution MQA streams.
- Dual Outputs: Features a 3.5mm S-Balanced single-ended output and a 4.4mm fully balanced output.
- Battery Life & USB-C: Asynchronous USB-C audio input with a dedicated 2,200mAh lithium-polymer battery providing up to 12 hours of continuous playback.
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | iFi Audio Hip-Dac 3 |
| Finish | Titanium Shadow |
| Input | USB-C (Audio & Charging) |
| Outputs | 4.4mm Balanced, 3.5mm Single-Ended (S-Balanced) |
| Battery | Lithium-Polymer 2,200mAh (up to 12 hours playback) |
| Power Consumption | <2W idle, 4W max |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 102mm × 70mm × 14mm |
| Weight | 135g |
AUDIO FORMATS & DAC
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| DAC Chipset | Burr-Brown Multi-bit DAC |
| PCM Support | Up to 384kHz (32-Bit) |
| DSD Support | DSD64, DSD128, DSD256 (up to 12.4MHz) |
| DXD Support | Up to 384kHz |
| MQA Support | Full MQA Hardware Decoder |
HEADPHONE OUTPUT & PERFORMANCE
| Parameter | Balanced (4.4mm) | Single-Ended (3.5mm) |
|---|---|---|
| RMS Output Power | 400mW @ 32Ω / 6.3V @ 600Ω | 280mW @ 32Ω / 3.2V @ 600Ω |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) | <109dB(A) @ 0dBFS | <103dB(A) @ 0dBFS |
| Dynamic Range (DNR) | <109dB(A) | <103dB(A) @ 0dBFS |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD+N) | <0.006% (360mW / 2.0V @ 600Ω) | <0.01% (100mW / 1.27V @ 16Ω) |
WHAT'S IN THE BOX
- 1 × iFi Hip-Dac 3
- 1 × USB-C to USB-C Cable
- 1 × USB-A to USB-C Cable
- 1 × Quick Set-Up Guide
- 1 × Warranty Card
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