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iFi NEO iDSD – DAC – preamplifier –\u00a0 headphones amplifier<\/h1>\n
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The world’s first lossless Bluetooth DAC\/Amp<\/span><\/h3>\n

Supports new aptX Lossless \u2013 the only Bluetooth codec capable of streaming lossless CD-quality audio, AND boasts a powerful maximum 5551mW output that outshines many headphone amps.<\/span><\/p>\n

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It\u2019s head-fi. It\u2019s desk-fi. And it\u2019s hi-fi.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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The NEO iDSD 2 is our versatile new 3-in-1 DAC\/Amp, designed specifically for CAS audiophiles. It pairs effortlessly with your headphones as a Head-Fi DAC\/Amp, can be used as a pure DAC with your integrated amplifier, or serve as a DAC\/Preamp for your active speakers and power amplifier.<\/p>\n

It features the latest Bluetooth 5.4, supporting the new aptX Lossless, the only Bluetooth codec capable of streaming lossless CD-quality audio without sacrificing audio quality.<\/p>\n

The NEO iDSD 2 has improved headphone and line outputs, providing ample power for your high-demanding headphones, as well as power amplifiers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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My Blue isn\u2019t your blue. It\u2019s new and Lossless.<\/h2>\n

The NEO iDSD 2 features the latest Bluetooth 5.4 technology, supporting the new aptX Lossless codec, which provides a maximum bitrate of 1,200kbps. In comparison, aptX Adaptive has a maximum bitrate of 420kbps, while LDACTM<\/sup>\u00a0offers a higher bitrate of 990kbps.<\/p>\n

However, aptX Lossless is the first and only Bluetooth codec capable of streaming CD-quality audio without using a compression method that degrades sound quality. While other Bluetooth codecs claim to support CD-quality and even hi-res audio, they employ lossy compression during transmission, which negatively affects sound quality.<\/p>\n

The NEO iDSD 2 used Qualcomm\u2019s new QCC518x Bluetooth audio chip, is qualified to Bluetooth 5.4, supported all* Bluetooth formats including: aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX, LDACTM<\/sup>, LHDC\/HWA, AAC and SBC.<\/p>\n

*As of 22 Sep 2023. Check your device for Bluetooth codec support.
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Bluetooth codec maximum bitrates compared<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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aptX Lossless:\u00a01,200kbps<\/strong><\/small><\/div>\n
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5x more headphone output power than its predecessor.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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You heard me correctly \u2013 the headphone output power of the NEO iDSD 2 is a whopping 5 times more powerful than that of the 1st-gen NEO iDSD. With a maximum headphone output power of 5,551 mW (@ 32\u03a9), it outperforms even some dedicated headphone amplifiers, making them sweat. The headphone section has seen significant improvement, as we\u2019ve essentially integrated a Diablo headphone circuit into it.<\/p>\n

It features Auto iEMatch to reduce annoying hiss from high-sensitivity headphones without losing any dynamic range and four gain settings ranging from -12dB to +16dB, making it suitable for all your IEMs and headphone types, from super-sensitive to power-hungry.<\/p>\n

The NEO iDSD 2 is not only a powerhouse, but it\u2019s also tailored for your ears. The newly added analogue processing modes, XSpace and XBass II, along with the four digital filters, allow you to finetune the sound. Both XSpace and XBass II are pure analogue signal processing modes designed to adjust the soundstage and low-frequency response to match your headphones.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Stand by you. No matter up or down.<\/h2>\n

Whether you\u2019re using the NEO iDSD 2 as a Desk-Fi or Hi-Fi, you can position it horizontally or vertically. The new 2-inch colour display automatically rotates to suit the orientation.<\/p>\n

When using it as a Desk-Fi, you can position it vertically on your desk to save space. Set it to variable output, and with its powerful 19.5V maximum balanced output, it works well with your active speakers with volume control. The volume control is analogue, which is superior to any digital volume control.<\/p>\n

When using the NEO iDSD 2 as a Hi-Fi, you can place it horizontally. It can serve as a pure DAC, playing all Hi-Res music files from PCM 32-bit\/768kHz to DSD512 and full MQA decoding. You can also connect it directly to your power amplifier as a preamplifier, utilising its analogue volume control.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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GMT Femto-Precision Clock. Upgradable.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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The internal GMT femto-precision clock, combined with a smart storage cache, forms an advanced jitter reduction system. It effectively reduces jitter in the digital signal, producing cleaner and more accurate sound.<\/p>\n

If you possess a more accurate external clock, or if you wish to synchronize with other devices such as CD players or network streamers that have an external clock input, you can connect both the NEO iDSD 2 and the other devices to the external clock via the 10MHz External Sync Clock input for even greater clock signal accuracy.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s rare to find an External Sync Clock input in this price range. Even if you don\u2019t have an external clock, the internal GMT femto-precision clock still offers excellent performance in its class.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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More than new features. Enhanced circuitry.<\/h2>\n

The NEO iDSD 2\u2019s enhanced PureWave circuit design, with its balanced dual-mono topology and short signal paths, is known for outstanding linearity and minimal noise and distortion, offering you exceptional sonic purity.<\/p>\n

The results are an improved Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) of >120dB(A), Dynamic Range (DNR) of -120dB(A), and Total Harmonic Distortion plus Noise (THD+N) of <0.0015%, bringing the NEO iDSD 2\u2019s performance on par with DACs at a higher price point.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Introducing the new iFi Nexis App<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Introducing the iFi Nexis App for your NEO iDSD 2. Simply search for \u201cNEO iDSD 2\u201d in the app to access a suite of features and settings. Easily perform OTA upgrades, which automatically update your device over the network.<\/p>\n

The app offers a convenient way to control your NEO iDSD 2, allowing you to adjust functions and settings with ease. Download the iFi Nexis App now and experience the full potential of your NEO iDSD 2.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Hi-res audio support is state-of-the-art with True Native\u00ae playback. It handles PCM data to 32-bit\/768kHz, DSD up to DSD512 and single and double speed DXD.<\/p>\n

Thanks to the Burr-Brown DAC chip\u2019s four-channel True Native design, PCM and DSD take separate pathways \u2013 this enables DSD, as well as PCM, to remain \u2018bit-perfect\u2019 in its native form right through to analogue conversion. This is not the case with all DAC devices from other brands \u2013 even if DSD compatibility is stated, many such DACs convert DSD signals to PCM.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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The XMOS 16-Core chip processes the audio data received via the USB* digital input.<\/p>\n

This new low-latency XMOS microcontroller has greatly enhanced processing power. Compared to the current generation of eight-core chips, this new 16-core IC delivers double the clock speed (2000MIPS) and four times the memory (512KB), as well as the latest SuperSpeed USB standard.<\/p>\n

iFi\u2019s in-house digital development team has programmed the XMOS firmware to optimise sound quality and ensure a perfect partnership with the Burr-Brown DAC.<\/p>\n

(* Also on S\/PDIF on the NEO iDSD\/Diablo)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n