iFi NEO iDSD Performance Edition | Desktop DAC and Amp

iFi's NEO iDSD is a 3-in-one DAC/amp Solution with Bluetooth and MQA Support

Native DSD/PCD Burr-Brown 4-channel DAC chipset
Extremely low THD and ultra-high SNR
Flexible digital inputs: fast USB-B 3.0, S/PDIF COAX & Optical, and Bluetooth 5.0
4.4mm Balanced and 6.3mm headphone outputs
16 logic cores and up to 2000MIPS processing power

Includes a free iFi SPDIF iPurifier2 and iFi USB-B iPurifier3


Rack mount kit available






Bloom's Take
iFi NEO iDSD impresses. Underneath a simple, elegant exterior, it’s an extremely capable unit, especially when you consider its Bluetooth connectivity options and MQA support. Put it all together and its design, connectivity, and high quality construction, coupled with its musical presentation and excellent soundstage make it an excellent choice for a desktop DAC/amp under $1000.
Read our full review here.






From iFi
NEO. The new wave of digital sound. Bleeding-edge Bluetooth. MQA decoding. Balanced.
The DAC/amp. Reloaded. The NEO iDSD is our new 3-in-one DAC/amp. With balanced ‘PureWave’ circuitry, unbeatable hi-res Bluetooth5.0 and MQA, it is the ultimate in hi-res playback. Place it horizontally or vertically to suit its surroundings. The OLED display flips to match orientation. One rotary knob controls functionality. Sleek, sophisticated and versatile.
Enjoy the NEO iDSD as a pure DAC. Connect it to a separate integrated amp or preamp using the fixed-level analog output. Or treat it as a DAC/preamp with a variable output. The ideal companion to a power amp or active speakers. And headphone users will love using the excellent amp stage to create a fabulous ‘head-fi’ system.
Love your music but also love gaming? The NEO iDSD will enhance your current or next-gen gameplay. Feel more immersed than ever before as sound finally matches picture in spectacular fashion. Pair it with new the PS5 or Xbox Series X for the ultimate gaming experience.

Supports DSD512, PCM768, and MQA 385kHz
Completely purist design without any DSP
Fully-balanced differential DAC/amplifier with 1040mW output
Bluetooth 5.0 up to 24/96kHz: aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adpative, aptX LL, LDAC, HWA/LHDC, AAC, and SBC
Audiophile grade components designed to reproduce music without any distortion or coloration
Built-in MQA file decoding to please even the most demanding audio connoisseur


Specifications

Digital Inputs: USB3.0 B (USB2.0 compatible)/S-PDIF (coaxial/optical)/
TM Bluetooth 5.0 (AAC, SBC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, LDAC, LHDC/HWA Codec)
Formats: DSD512/256/128/64, Octa/Quad/Double/Single-Speed DSD
DXD (768/705.6/384/352.8kHz), Double/Single-Speed DXD
PCM (768/705.6/384/352.8/192/176.4/96/88.2/48/44.1kHz)
MQA
Bluetooth 96kHz

Line Section

Outputs

Balanced XLR: 6.3V / 7.7V max. (variable) 4.4V fixed
UnBAL RCA: 3.2V / 3.9V max. (variable) 2.2V fixed


Zout:

Balanced: <= 100Ω
UnBAL: <= 50Ω


SNR: -112dB(A) @ 0dBFS (UnBAL/BAL)
DNR: >116dB(A) @ -60dBFS (UnBAL/BAL)
THD+N: <0.0015% @ 0dBFS (UnBAL/BAL)

Headphone Section

Outputs

Balanced: 2V / 6.2V max. 12Ω - 600Ω Headphone
UnBAL : 1V / 3.3V max. 12Ω - 300Ω Headphone


Output Power

Balanced: >6.4V/68.6 mW (@ 600Ω)
>5.77V/1040 mW (@ 32Ω)
UnBAL: >3.25V/17.6 mW (@ 600Ω)
>3V/295 mW (@ 32Ω)


Output Impedance: <1Ω (UnBAL/BAL)
SNR: -112dBA (3.3V UnBAL/6.2V BAL)
DNR: -120dB(A)
THD+N: <0.0015% (125mW @ 32Ω)
Power consumption: No Signal ~0.5W
Max Signal: ~2.5W
Input voltage: DC 5V/2.5A, AC 100 -240V, 50/60Hz (with iPower)
Dimensions: 8.4" x 5.7" x 1.6" (214mm x 146mm x 41mm)
Weight: 2.14 Ibs (970g)

Warranty and Guides

IFi 1-Year Warranty
iFi NEO iDSD Connection Guide
NEO iDSD Video Tutorials
iFi NEO iDSD User Manual

In the Box

NEO Unit
iDSD Wireless Remote
iPower AC adapter with 6.6' cord
3.5" Bluetooth antenna
3.5mm to 6.3mm Adapter
20" RCA patch cable
20" USB-A to USB-B cable
Vertical base
User Manual
Warranty card
Also includes retail packages of iFi SPDIF iPurifier2 and iFi USB-B iPurifier3