Jul 10, 2019 . The ZEN DAC boasts TrueBass. This proprietary tech is a switchable ‘bass boost’ operating in the analogue domain. There’s no DSP with Ifi gear. TrueBass enhances the bass but does not muddy the mid-range. Perfect for use with IEMs or open-back headphones which often lose out …
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Ifi’s in-house digital development team has programmed the XMOS firmware to optimise sound quality and ensure a perfect partnership with the Burr-Brown DAC. Show More Show Less Hi-Res True Native ® playback of all music formats from MP3 to DSD256, PCM384 and DXD384.
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Dec 28, 2018 . Your music. Just better. EISA Best DAC Amp 2018-2019 Sleek, stylish and sexy, the xDSD boasts both wired (USB/SPDIF) and wireless (Bluetooth) connections. It has the power to drive your headphones and improve the sound of your music.
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Soon after its launch, the xDSD was joined by the xCAN to complete Ifi’s mid-level ‘x-series’ of portable devices. Housed in the same distinctive contoured case with ‘dark titanium’ finish, the xDSD and xCAN perform differing functions – the former is a portable DAC/headphone amp for digital sources, with USB, S/PDIF and Bluetooth connectivity; the latter is a headphone amp with ...
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Location: Vallejo, CA. One of these DACs is a headphone amplIfier with a built in DAC where as the other is simply a DAC. Which is better depends on the use case IMO. A person who desires a headphone amp won't be served by the Modi where as a person who simply needs a DAC should probably avoid the Ifi. Rolltide, Aug 15, 2020.
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Ifi isi extinde familia ZEN de produse de dimensiuni desktop cu ZEN DAC - un USB DAC / amplIficator de casti ce ofera un nivel de specIficatii si performanta ce mascheaza pretul sau accesibil. Conceput pentru utilizarea la domiciliu - pe un birou, probabil, sau in camera de zi - ZEN DAC se conecteaza la PC sau Mac, sau la dispozitivele ...
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Dec 27, 2018 . Ifi Headphone Amp/DAC Review In this video, we review Ifi’s lineup of headphone amps and DACs. Ifi’s headphone amp/DAC lineup offers plenty of options and has something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a small, portable DAC for when you’re on the go or a high-performance desktop DAC for working from home or even gaming, Ifi has a great option for you.
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It’s what Ifi has done with its budget home DAC and headphone amp offering, with the original Zen DAC now making way for a ‘V2’ model. The sequel uses the new-generation processing chip found in the higher-ranging Neo iDSD and iDSD Diablo DAC /headphone amps, delivering double the clock speed and four times the memory of the chip inside the original.
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At Ifi we support our DAC circuit designs with balanced analogue output stages, even in many of our entry level systems, to achieve better signal …
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The Ifi Zen Dac is easy to install on Windows with drivers on the Ifi homepage. The Ifi page also has a GTO Filter firmware update which is also easy to install and just sharpens the sound up a notch.
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With a sleek form factor, solid build, and stellar sound, Ifi audio’s ZEN DAC is one of the most talked-about USB DAC/amps on the market today. Now we're taking the conversation further with the ZEN DAC Signature. Like the original ZEN DAC, this premium iteration can be powered by mains or a …
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Ifi ZEN DAC V2. The ZEN DAC V2 is the same award-winning hi-res USB DAC /headphone amp as before but with added oomph! With an upgraded digital engine from an 8 core XMOS chip to a 16 core chip. It’s ultra-capable while still being super-affordable. Compact enough to use as a USB DAC/amp on your work desk and stylish enough to use at home ...
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75. Location. Germany Bavaria. Hello headfiers, I'm looking to upgrade my DAC. Currently I'm using my Ifi idsd micro signature, but I'm looking to an upgrade (around 1000€). I already searched a lot, but maybe you have some good advice. Preference: warmer sounding and specially good (sub) bass, I like the xbass function on the Ifi products.
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With a sleek form factor, solid build, and stellar sound, Ifi audio’s ZEN DAC is one of the most talked-about USB DAC/amps on the market today. Now we're taking the conversation further with the ZEN DAC Signature.
Sub-$130 DAC and Headphone AmplIfier Plays up to 24-Bit/384kHz PCM, DSD, and MQA: Ifi ZEN DAC Has Balanced Analog Stage, Switchable Outputs, Stellar Flexibility The Ifi ZEN DAC encourages you to chill with your music at a price that won't make you sweat.
Which is better depends on the use case IMO. A person who desires a headphone amp won't be served by the Modi where as a person who simply needs a DAC should probably avoid the Ifi. mikeyt likes this. Right now I just need a dac.
Examples of features would be the bass boost and power match for power hungry in ear monitors found on the ZEN DAC. DACs at this price point should also be looking to the next level of digital audio decoding to allow for ‘hi-res’ CD quality audio if possible — IE minimum 16bit/44.1khz, although most should do 24bit/48khz PCM (WAV files).
Southport, England – Hot on the heels of the ZEN Blue hi-res Bluetooth streamer, Ifi expands the ZEN family of desktop-sized audio products with the ZEN DAC – a USB DAC/headphone amp offering a level of specIfication and performance that belies its eminently affordable £129 price tag.
Compact enough to use as a USB DAC/amp on your work desk and stylish enough to use at home with your favourite active speakers or amp, it delivers a level of specIfication and performance that punches above its super-affordable price tag. The ZEN DAC V2 supports PCM and DXD to 32-bit/384kHz, DSD256 and MQA.
The DAC section is based around a Burr-Brown DAC chip that Ifi uses extensively, selected for its fluid, highly ‘musical’ sound quality and ‘True Native’ architecture.
This superb hi-res USB DAC /headphone amp delivers a level of specIfication and performance that punches above its super-affordable price tag. Compact enough to use as a USB DAC/amp on your work desk with your much-loved headphones.