NEW iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon
NEW iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon News Launched in 2018, the xDSD is among the most popular portable DAC/headphone amps in iFi’s range – a feature-packed model that has earned a stellar reputation and a plethora of awards thanks to its supremely judged blend of convenience, versatility and performance. Soon after its launch, the xDSD was joined by the xCAN to complete iFi’s mid-level ‘x-series’ of portable devices. Housed in the same distinctive contoured case with ‘dark titanium’ finish, the xDSD and xCAN perform differing functions – the former is a portable DAC/headphone amp for digital [...]
iFi Audio hip-dac 2
iFi Audio hip-dac 2 News The hip-dac is one of iFi’s most popular USB DAC/headphone amps, beloved for its affordable price, extensive hi-res specification, distinctive design reminiscent of a hip flask and fittingly intoxicating sound. Now, some 21 months after the original hip-dac launched, iFi has updated its design with internal enhancements and a brand-new colour. Ladies and gentlemen, meet the hip-dac 2! The new model’s obvious distinguishing feature is the Sunset Orange anodised finish applied to its aluminium enclosure, replacing the original’s Petrol Blue. Under the hood, a collection of carefully considered and painstakingly [...]
NEW iFi Audio ZEN STREAM affordable music streaming transport
NEW iFi Audio ZEN STREAM affordable music streaming transport News Introducing ZEN Stream: a flexible and affordable Wi-Fi audio transport, equipped to unleash the full potential of every digital music source – from online streaming to local network storage From mainstream smart speakers to specialised audio systems, digital streaming – often over a Wi-Fi network – has become the dominant method of listening to music at home. For those who care about sound quality, building a system from dedicated audio components remains the best route to sonic satisfaction – even in the streaming age. There [...]
iFi Audio hip-dac making mobile phones sound great!
iFi Audio hip-dac making mobile phones sound great! Review Making more of your Smart Phone Do you use your phone or maybe a tablet or laptop to listen to music or watch content from YouTube, Netflix or Disney+ or any of the other great streaming services? I do a lot because when I finish work often its late in the evening and as I have young children in the house I cant make loud noise, especially on school nights. I will be honest one of my current life vices is watching content or listening to [...]
iFi Audio iDSD Diablo: revel in the detail
iFi Audio iDSD Diablo: revel in the detail News Dressed in devilish red, iFi’s new top-of-the-range transportable DAC/headphone amp sports a powerful engine under the hood, expertly tuned to deliver an exhilarating sonic performance iFi Audio kicks off 2021 with the best battery-powered DAC/headphone amp the company has ever produced – the devilishly brilliant iDSD Diablo. Engineered to sit proudly at the top of iFi’s illustrious range of mobile and transportable devices, the Diablo is built for purists – the true headphone enthusiasts who crave pure, unadulterated sonic performance. With dimensions of 166x72x25mm, its [...]
iFi Audio Micro iDSD Black Label USB Headphone Amplifier Review
iFi Audio Micro iDSD Black Label USB Headphone Amplifier Review Review Starting a little differently I need to start this review a little differently, I am starting it with an apology to iFi Audio. Its taken me much longer than I anticipated to get this review completed and I would like to say its because I have been testing every facet of the iDSD BL many different usage options but that is not the case. What has actually happened is the micro iDSD BL has become such an integral part of my current video production [...]
Cambridge Audio EXA100 integrated amplifier delivers dynamics in spades
Cambridge Audio EXA100 integrated amplifier delivers dynamics in spades Review This is a review written by Terry Ellis May 2025. For my video review please see my YouTube channel link here Please Note I am an Amazon Associate meaning links to Amazon are affiliate links, for more info about this please see here First time excitement We all know the HiFi industry offers us products ranging from very affordable to sell off body parts expensive, and we all have our own take on what is reasonable cost and value for money. I believe that [...]
