{"product_id":"ifi-hip-dac3-portable-headphone-dac-and-amplifier","title":"iFi hip-dac3 Portable Headphone DAC and Amplifier","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe legacy continues.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the hip-dac 3 — a portable hi-res DAC\/headphone amp, now in Titanium Shadow with more versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"iFi hip-dac3 Portable Headphone DAC and Amplifier The Legacy Continues\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/hipd1_1024x1024.png?v=1696950594\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTitanium shadow. Trendsetting innovations.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow, our battery-powered portable hi-res DAC\/headphone amp is adorned in the Titanium Shadow hue, exuding timeless elegance with a touch of modern sophistication. The transformation extends beyond aesthetics. The hip-dac 3’s sleek Aluminium case houses new features, tailored to elevate your audio experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo USB-C ports simplify your cable management: one for audio and the other for charging. A switch on the underside activates iFi’s iEMatch technology, which is optimized for high-sensitivity headphones and earphones, making it especially beneficial for your in-ear monitors (IEMs).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the device boasts circuit enhancements, including new metal film capacitors for 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 to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"iFi hip-dac3 Portable Headphone DAC and Amplifier Titanium Shadow\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/hipd2_1024x1024.png?v=1696950622\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHip flask size. Magnum performance.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its sleek, robust aluminium enclosure, the portable hip-dac 3 discreetly fits in a pocket or bag. It replaces the subpar DAC and amplifier in smartphones, tablets, PCs, and Macs. Just connect via USB-C, plug in your favourite headphones, and enjoy rich, dynamic sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eiFi’s expertise with the Burr-Brown chipset ensures optimal performance. However, a superior DAC stage involves more than just the DAC chip. A crucial element is the XMOS chip for processing digital audio inputs. The hip-dac 3 features a 16-core XMOS microcontroller, programmed by iFi’s in-house team to optimise sound quality and ensure a perfect hi-res partnership with the Burr-Brown DAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"iFi hip-dac3 Portable Headphone DAC and Amplifier Hip-Flash Size\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/hipd3_1024x1024.png?v=1696950644\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ehip-dac 3 your power-hungry headphone.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hip-dac 3 features a true balanced circuit design, rare for its price range. This design minimizes signal distortion, resulting in a purer, more captivating sound for your headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe circuitry incorporates high-quality components, including a custom iFi OV op-amp, a low-noise power supply IC from Texas Instruments, and a premium analogue volume pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amp stage can deliver up to 400mW into a 32-ohm headphone 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 600 ohms from the balanced output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"iFi hip-dac3 Portable Headphone DAC and Amplifier Connection Diagram\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/hipd6_1024x1024.png?v=1696950664\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTailored for your headphones and earphones\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amp stage has switchable gain, called PowerMatch, to ensure optimal power for the headphones you are using.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn underside switch engages iFi’s iEMatch technology, optimising output for high-sensitivity headphones, especially in-ear monitors (IEMs). It reduces hiss, enhances detail and dynamic range, and improves volume control range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXBass is a user-selectable feature that boosts bass without muddying the midrange, ideal for your earphones and open-back headphones. It works in the analogue domain, avoiding alterations via DSP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"iFi hip-dac3 Portable Headphone DAC and Amplifier Tailored For Your Headphones\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/hipd4_1024x1024.png?v=1696950687\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlay all your files, including MQA\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHi-res PCM and DXD audio data is supported at sample rates up to 384kHz, alongside DSD from 2.8MHz to 12.4MHz (DSD64, 128 and 256).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull decoding of MQA – the hi-res streaming technology, as used by Tidal’s ‘HiFi Plus’ tier – is also supported, performing the full ‘three unfold’ decoding process (as opposed to just the final unfold in the manner of an MQA ‘renderer’).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEither side of the rotary volume control reside a pair of LEDs that change colour to indicate the format and sample rate of the incoming audio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"iFi hip-dac3 Portable Headphone DAC and Amplifier Play All Your Files\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/hipd5_1024x1024.png?v=1696950718\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGet connected\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hip-dac 3’s USB-C input supports up to 32-bit\/384kHz audio, compatible with USB 3.0 and 2.0. Its asynchronous design ensures jitter-free data transfer. A separate USB-C charging port allows use while charging, preserving a pure audio signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hip-dac 3 provides two outputs: a 3.5mm socket for single-ended headphones and a 4.4mm balanced output for those with balanced connectivity, leveraging the device’s differential amp design. The 3.5mm output utilizes iFi’s S-Balanced circuitry, minimizing crosstalk and distortion for single-ended connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hip-dac 3’s 2,200mAh battery offers up to 12 hours of playtime, varying by volume and headphone power needs. It includes a USB-C OTG cable and a USB-A to USB-C cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"iFi hip-dac3 Portable Headphone DAC and Amplifier Get Connected\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/hipd8_1024x1024.png?v=1696950829\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMQA (Master Quality Authenticated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHi-Res True Native® playback of all music formats from MP3 to DSD256, PCM384 and DXD384.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Burr-Brown True Native® chipset means file formats remain unchanged or ‘bit-perfect’. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe XMOS 16-Core chip processes the audio data received via the USB digital input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is a superior method to the traditional single-ended circuit approach. Balanced circuits reduce noise and crosstalk. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXBass is an analogue headphone spatialiser. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiFi’s exclusive \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS-Balanced® \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003ecircuit delivers maximum performance from single-ended and balanced headphones alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIn The Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiFi hip-dac3 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C Male - USB-C Male Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-A Male - USB-C Male Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty Card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick Start Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"iFi hip-dac3 Portable Headphone DAC and Amplifier In The Box\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/hipd7_1024x1024.png?v=1696950848\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormats supported:\u003c\/strong\u003e DSD256, PCM 384kHz, MQA Decoder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bit-Perfect DSD \u0026amp; DXD DAC by Burr Brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHeadphone Outputs\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS-BAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePower Output\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400mW @ 32Ω; 6.3V @ 600Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS-BAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e 280mW @ 32Ω; 3.2V @ 600Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eOutput Impedance\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced:\u003c\/strong\u003e ≤1Ω , With iEMatch engaged: ≤4.5Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS-BAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e ≤1Ω , With iEMatch engaged: ≤4.5Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSNR\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;109dB(A) @ 0dBFS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS-BAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;103dB(A) @ 0dBFS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eDNR\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;109dB(A)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS-BAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;103dB(A)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eTHD + N\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;0.006X% (360mW\/2.0V @ 600Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS-BAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;0.01% (100mW\/1.27V @ 16Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20Hz - 45kHz (-3dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;2W idle, 4W max\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lithium-polymer 2200mAh approx. 8 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charging via USB-C, BC V1.2 compliant up to 1000mA charging current\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 102 x 70 x 14 mm (4.0\" x 2.8\" x 0.6\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 135 g (0.30 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 months*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*12 months typical or as permitted\/required by local reseller laws\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e**Specifications are subject to change without notice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"iFi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45744169746665,"sku":"hip-dac3","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/HIP1.png?v=1762465831","url":"https:\/\/audio46.mom\/products\/ifi-hip-dac3-portable-headphone-dac-and-amplifier","provider":"Audio46 Headphone Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}