Name: Hip DAC 3
SKU: 260391

Product Details ＋

All good things come in threes and the iFi Audio Hip DAC 3 is the third iteration of the iconic Hip DAC series. This effortlessly portable DAC/Amp has everything you need to enjoy your favorite music on the go. Building on the success of its predecessors, the Hip DAC and Hip DAC 2, the Hip DAC 3 has upgraded features and functionality like iEMatch, two USB-C ports, and circuitry enhancements. The Hip DAC 3 is a highly capable and versatile portable DAC/Amp that offers exceptional sound quality, advanced features, and a user-friendly design. Whether you're a discerning audiophile or a casual music lover looking to improve your on-the-go listening experience, the battery-powered Hip DAC 3 is an excellent choice that delivers outstanding performance in a compact and stylish package.

Dragon Cable Recommendation: With USB-C ports now serving as the universal connector for smartphones, tablets, and laptops we recommend pairing the iFi Hip DAC 3 with the Black Dragon USB Cable. The Black Dragon USB Cable will provide the best possible digital bus transmission from your source device to the Hip DAC 3. We recommend this connectivity option for the USB-C port designed specifically for audio transfer.

Features:

Upgraded circuitry- even more detailed and spacious sound
True Native DAC- bit-perfect performance with every digital format
State-of-the-art hi-res audio
Compact, durable build quality
Separate USB-C inputs for audio data and charging
Fully balanced 4.4mm and S-balanced 3.5mm headphone outputs
PowerMatch- adjust gain to satisfy power-hungry headphones
iEMatch, XBass feature
12-hour battery life on a single charge

New Iteration. New Finish

Each new Hip DAC generation applies a different anodized finish to its robust and pocketable aluminum enclosure. The updated version of iFi Hip DAC, the Hip DAC 3 sports a Titanium Shadow hue, exuding timeless elegance with a touch of modern sophistication. Compact as a flask, the Hip DAC 3 is pocket-sized so you can throw it in your bag, carry it with one hand, or stick it in your back pocket. A new addition to the Hip DAC 3 is two USB-C ports—one for audio and one for charging. A switch on the underside of the Hip DAC 3 activates iFi iEMatch technology for high-sensitivity headphones, In-Ear Monitors (IEMs), and earphones. When used with such devices, iEMatch reduces background hiss, enhances detail and dynamic range, and increases the useable range of the volume control.

On the front of the Hip DAC 3, you'll find two headphone outputs—a balanced 4.4mm and s-bal 3.5mm—as well as a power match button, XBass button, LED status lights, and volume knob. PowerMatch optimizes the Hip DAC 3 to match headphones' impedance and sensitivity, ensuring peak performance. With an included lithium-polymer battery, the Hip DAC 3 offers up to 12 hours of playback on a single charge, depending on the volume level and how power-hungry the connected headphones are.

Hip flask size. Magnum performance.

With 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.

iFi’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.