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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...
Show more...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 WinTwo USB-C ports simplify cable management: one for audio and the other for charging.
iEMatchA 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 BalancedThe 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
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
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
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...
Show more...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 WinTwo USB-C ports simplify cable management: one for audio and the other for charging.
iEMatchA 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 BalancedThe 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
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
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
