iFi Go Blu portable headphone amp/DAC

Description: Product highlightsbattery-powered wireless digital-to-analog converter with high-performance headphone amplifier compact design with durable polymer enclosure and copper-colored trim improves sound from smartphones, computers, tablets, and other digital sources Bluetooth features: uses Qualcomm's latest QCC5100 Bluetooth processing chip built-in Bluetooth 5.1 for strong connection to smartphones and other pairable devices no connecting cable between DAC and source device required supported codecs: AAC, SBC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, LDAC, and LHDC/HWA built-in noise-canceling microphone for taking calls and accessing voice assistants Cirrus Logic 43131 digital-to-analog converter chip supports sample rates up to 24-bit/96kHz digital filter tuned by iFi for optimum sound quality precision clock to reduce distortion and timing errors S-Balanced circuitry reduces distortion by 50% when used with single-ended headphone connections iFi's Direct Drive circuit layout reduces distortion by having clear, independent signal paths for the left and right channels 4.4mm Pentaconn balanced and 3.5mm unbalanced, gold-plated headphone outputs XBass sound control processing for boosting bass XSpace sound control processing for wider soundstage multi-function knob provides minute volume adjustments, music control, and voice assistant access via your paired smartphone auto-gain automatically adjusts amplifier output to match the sensitivity of connected headphones balanced output power: 245mW at 32 ohms; 5.6 volts at 600 ohms unbalanced output power: 165mW at 32 ohms; 2.8 volts at 600 ohms signal-to-noise ratio: 111 dB (balanced); 116 dB (unbalanced) balanced THD: unbalanced THD: frequency response: 20-45,000 Hz (± 3dB) dual-function USB-C connection serves as both a charging port and a wired USB audio input if using USB-C port for audio input, the max supported sample rate is 24-bit/96kHz USB-C charging/input cable included rechargeable battery provides up to 10 hours of playback time on a full charge LED indicator for Bluetooth and sound effect status battery status LED for quickly checking battery life 1-5/16"W x 2-3/16"H x 1/2"D weight: 0.95 oz. warranty: 1 year What's in the boxPortable DAC/headphone amp 6" USB cable (Type A USB on one end and USB-C on other end) Microfiber storage pouch User Manual Warranty card About this itemWritten by Crutchfield's Archer A.Take high-quality sound anywhere you go The Go blu is iFi's smallest DAC yet, but don't let its size deceive you — it's more than capable of providing powerful, detailed hi-fi sound on the go. This tiny DAC weighs less than a "AA" battery, but it can drive almost any wired headphones with ease. You don't even need to connect a USB cable between the DAC and your smartphone. It wirelessly connects to your phone via Bluetooth. Eye-catching looks and thoughtful design The Go blu's body is made of a soft-yet-durable polymer that doesn't interfere with Bluetooth signals like traditional metal enclosures do. The copper-colored trim adds a subtle touch of flair. The side-mounted volume knob sports a knurled design that pays homage to the crowns of classic Swiss chronographs. It's precision-engineered from brass, steel, aluminum, and nickel and allows fine volume adjustments. The multifunction button, found in the center of the volume knob, is used for controlling music and activating voice assistants through your paired smartphone. The Go blu is small, but it can drive most headphones with ease. High-quality Bluetooth The Go Blu uses a potent Qualcomm Bluetooth 5.1 chip that supports all Bluetooth hi-fi formats, like aptX® Adaptive, aptX HD, LDAC, and more. The cool part about that? Every pairable audio source is reproduced at the highest possible resolution. The Go blu also has a built-in noise-canceling microphone for taking calls and accessing voice assistants. Dedicated chips and optimized circuits Some DACs use a single chip that combines their D-to-A converter, amplifier, and Bluetooth circuitry. By doing so, those DACs essentially cap the level of sound quality they can achieve. The Go blu uses three discrete chip stages rather than just a single multi-purpose chip, for higher-fidelity sound. The digital-to-analog converter chip, Bluetooth chip, and headphone amplifier chip are all separate and have their own respective, optimized circuits. An advanced Cirrus Logic 43131 DAC chip handles the tricky switch from digital to analog. iFi paired the chip with a custom digital filter to fine-tune the sound to their high standards. It uses a precision clock to reduce jitter and distortion in the signal. The headphone amplifier chip's left and right channels are laid out in a dual-mono configuration, meaning there are separate, symmetrical amp pathways for each channel. The company also employed their Direct Drive design concept to the amplifier circuit to ensure a clean, direct signal path to the headphone outputs. The amp stage delivers up to 5.6 volts of output — nearly double the power of most portable DACs. Connections You'll find a USB-C port on the bottom of the Go blu that acts as both a charging port as well as a wired input for non-Bluetooth sources. If you use the USB-C port as a source input, the connection supports sample rates up to 24-bit/96kHz PCM. On top, there's a balanced 4.4mm Pentaconn output for compatible high-end headphones and a standard unbalanced 3.5mm headphone output. Both outs are gold-plated for optimum contact and signal strength.

Price: 199 USD

Location: Charlottesville, Virginia

End Time: 2024-10-27T03:11:13.000Z

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