Name: Neo iDSD 2 lossless Bluetooth DAC/Amp
SKU: 277217

Product Details ＋

Transform your desktop audio setup with the iFi NEO iDSD 2 Lossless Bluetooth DAC/Amp, a three-in-one unit featuring a built-in DAC, preamp, and headphone amplifier. What makes the iFi NEO iDSD 2 a next-level Desktop DAC is the implementation of the latest Bluetooth codecs transforming it into a Lossless Bluetooth DAC Amp. Equipped with the latest Bluetooth 5.4 technology and support for the new aptX Lossless, you can enjoy your favorite digital music without sacrificing sound quality. aptX Lossless is the first Bluetooth codec capable of streaming CD-quality audio and even hi-res audio without using any compression methods that notoriously deteriorate sound quality.

With improved headphone outputs and line outputs, newly added analog processing modes, and upgraded power consumption the iFi NEO iDSD 2 is an upgrade from its predecessor the iFi NEO iDSD Performance Edition Headphone Amp DAC.

Dragon Cable Recommendation: We recommend pairing the iFi Audio NEO iDSD 2 Lossless Bluetooth DAC/Amp with the with RCA and XLR connectors and the Black Dragon Coax Digital Cable with RCA connectors. The Black Dragon Interconnect Cable is the perfect link to connect the Neo iDSD 2 to other audio devices. Sold in pairs, our interconnect cables offer a remarkable solution where noise isolation is key. For connecting an external master clock, we recommend our with RCA connectors. You'll get the best possible digital transmission when timing matters the most.

Key Features

The second generation of iFi's NEO iDSD DAC/Amp
Preamp, DAC & Headphone Amplifier combo unit
Dual-core Burr-Brown DAC design enables true-native DSD and PCM playback
Ultra-Res Digital Audio — 32-bit/784kHz PCM, DSD512, and full MQA decoding
State-of-the-art HD Bluetooth 5.4 technology — Fully optimized performance regardless of your source device
All Bluetooth formats supported: aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX, LDAC, LHDC/HWA, AAC, SBC
Advanced jitter reduction — GMT Femto-Precision Clock and smart storage cache
Four user-installable digital filters that fine-tune the sound to suit the source material
Enhanced PureWave fully balanced dual-mono circuit design delivers ultra-low distortion
XSpace and XBass II — Adjust soundstage and frequency response to match your headphones
iPower 2 included — Audiophile AC/DC power supply with Active Noise Cancellation

Enjoy High-resolution Audio from the latest Bluetooth Technology

The NEO iDSD 2 features the latest Bluetooth 5.4 technology, supporting the new aptX Lossless Bluetooth codec, which provides a maximum bitrate of 1,200kbps. In comparison, aptX Adaptive has a maximum bitrate of 420kbps, while LDAC offers a higher bitrate of 990kbps.

The NEO iDSD 2 uses Qualcomm’s new QCC518x Bluetooth audio chip, which is qualified for Bluetooth 5.4, and supports all* the latest Bluetooth formats including: aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX, LDAC, LHDC/HWA, AAC and SBC. All of the 24-bit-capable codecs, including aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, LDAC and LHDC, support up to 96kHz. MQA is supported through the USB port with full decoding of MQA files up to 384kHz thanks to the processing power of the new 16-core XMOS chip.

*As of 22 Sep 2023. Check your device for Bluetooth codec support.

Suitable for all IEMs and Headphones

The iFi NEO iDSD 2 Bluetooth DAC/Amp is a powerhouse with five times more headphone output power than its predecessor and the same integrated headphone circuit as the iFi Diablo. With a maximum headphone output power of 5,551 mW (@ 32Ω), it outpe