IFGOLINKMAX

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iFi audio

Delivering bit-perfect sound in an exceptionally compact form factor, the iFi Audio GO Link Max is a DAC and headphone amplifier that provides audiophile audio quality on the go. The device sports a supremely flexible cable and an in-line design for ultimate portability and reduced stress on USB sockets while remaining lightweight and durable thanks to its robust metal enclosure.The Go Link Max utilizes an ESS Sabre DAC with time domain jitter eliminator for hi-res audio up to 32-bit / 384 kHz in PCM384, DSD256, and DXD384 formats. Digital input is simple with the USB-C connection. The GO Link Max supports headphones and in-ear monitors up to 300 ohms through its balanced, gold-plated 4.4mm and unbalanced 3.5mm headphone jacks. These allow you to immerse yourself in powerful, dynamic, and detailed sound from your preferred listening device, no matter where you are.At a Glance Improved DAC setup Dual ESS Sabre DAC chips form a balanced circuitBalanced 4.4mm output, providing up to 241mW powerDynamic Range Enhancement technology and THD compensationPlug-and-play with USB-C portsHi-res audio: 32-bit / 384 kHz PCM and native DSD 256/11.3MHzSilver-plated copper conductors, twisted for high signal purityGold-plated USB-C connector and headphone socketsFlexible cable aids portability and reduces stress on USB socketsDynamic Range Enhancement (DRE) The Sabre DAC s Dynamic Range Enhancement (DRE) allows for greater contrast between the loudest and quietest sound.Every crescendo rings louder and every intimate moment of quiet sits more peacefully, filling your listening sessions with the life, energy, and immersion your music deserves.With the GO Link Max, this is pushed further, combining DRE with iFi's own developments and enhancements. The result is an exceptional +6 dB of additional dynamic range.To your ears, this effectively doubles the difference between the loudest and quietest sounds, so you can feel the soaring highs and deepest lows in your music, perfectly presented.Gain Control, Lose Nothing The GO Link Max features a hardware-based volume control that overrides this typical behavior. When you adjust the volume on your device, the change occurs directly in the DAC chip. This ensures that maximum detail is retained, and you can enjoy the full richness of your hi-res music at any volume.Audio Format LED (kHz) The LED color scheme indicates the audio format and sampling frequency received by GO Link Max from the music source.Green: PCM 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 kHzYellow: PCM 176.4 / 192 / 352.8 / 384 kHzCyan: DSD 64 / 128Blue: DSD 256Advanced Features Hi-Res AudioHi-Res True Native playback of all music formats from MP3 to DSD256, PCM384, and DXD384.ESS Sabre DACDiscrete ESS Sabre Hyperstream DAC chipset with time domain jitter eliminator, discrete oscillator, and 112 dB dynamic range, for discerning listeners.Balanced DesignIt is a superior method to the traditional single-ended circuit approach. Balanced circuits reduce noise and crosstalk. Less interference clearer sound.S-Balanced CircuitiFi s exclusive S-Balanced circuit delivers maximum performance from single-ended and balanced headphones alike.