ifi Uno desktop headphone DAC

Name: ifi Uno desktop headphone DAC
Brand: iFi Audio
Price: 169.00 NZD
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Not sure what a DAC is but know you want better sound quality for your music, movies, games, podcasts and YouTube guilty pleasures?, Then, the new iFi Uno is for you. Imagine the difference in quality from a standard TV to an 8K Ultra HD TV — but in sound! This is the difference an external DAC makes to your music.

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Specifications

DAC: Bit-Perfect DSD & DXD DAC by ESS
DIMENSIONS: 88 x 81 x 26 mm (3.5" x 2.8" x 1.0")
DNR: Line Section ≥115dB @ 0dBFS
Headphone Section ≥110dB @ 0dBFS
FORMATS SUPPORTED: DSD 256 /11.3MHz
DXD 384kHz
PCM 384kHz
MQA
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 10-80kHz(-0.5dB)
INPUT: USB-C

The difference it can make to your workstation audio enjoyment is, frankly, out of all proportion to both the outlay involved and the product’s proportions.

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The One you want

Small enough tofit into the palm of your hand,the iFi Uno's curvy case is made fromtough,mineral-filled polymer.Connect theiFi Uno via the USB-C input to your Windows PC or Apple Mac.It needs no power source as it receives both power and audio data from the source it is connected to.

Work. Chill. Play.

One simple device. Three unique modes that generate subtle differences to your listening experience.

Music mode unlocks detailed and engaging sound from all your favourite artists. Listen while you work.
Movie mode enhances dialogue clarity when you’re streaming films and must-watch TV shows. Never miss a moment.
Game mode makes low-level sound effects crystal-clear. Always hear your enemies coming and storms brewing.

Uno, dos, hi-res

The iFi Uno supports high-resolution audio formats, includingPCM 32bit/384kHz, native DSD256, and MQA.PCM:The format used in CDs, DVDs, and Blu-rays, offering superior quality compared to MP3.DSD:A high-quality audio format exceeding CD quality. Fully native means the recording remains unaltered. The iFi Uno supports up to DSD256.MQA:Master Quality Authenticated allows streaming the original master recording. The Uno is MQA-ready—simply connect to Tidal Masters to enjoy studio-quality sound.

DAC’s the ticket

The iFi Uno leverages a decade of expertise and its advanced DAC chip todeliver high-end features:Adjustable analogue gainwith Dynamic Range Enhancement (DRE).Technologies to minimiseTotal Harmonic Distortion (THD)and crosstalk.A selection of digital filters, adjustable via front-panel buttons for personalised sound tuning.Whether you use the preset modes or fine-tune further, the iFi Uno ensures clearer audio, reduced interference, and an enhanced entertainment experience.

The pound-for-pound improvements in sound quality that the iFi Uno can make to your laptop or smartphone experience can’t really be overstated. It’s great value for money.

The iFi Audio UNO certainly is an improvement over many things. It also makes a great first-timer and an easy-to-transport DAC amplifier. It’s a step above the common dongle DAC if you always wanted similar performance but in a desktop style. The EQ curves are just extra sprinkles.

If you need a small, budget DAC/amp that can be easily stacked with desktop amps, then the Uno is a viable option. It is essentially a cut-down, miniaturized version of the Zen DAC V2 and should cater well if desk space is at a premium.