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Review on ๐ŸŽง Revolutionize Your Audio Experience with the iFi NEO iDSD Desktop DAC, HiRes Bluetooth Receiver, and Balanced Headphone Amplifier by Darrell Beecher

Revainrating 3 out of 5

I love iFi: Wireless & Streaming Audio

Edit (08/29/21 - new device): I was able to replace my device due to the issue listed below. However, I have a problem with the new block. The rear line output and the front headphone output do not play simultaneously. If I want to listen through the speakers, I have to unplug my headphones instead of letting them play at the same time as my previous device. I spoke to iFi and they said it was by design. Newer devices disable the rear line-out when headphones are plugged in. They said there will be a firmware update in the future to bring this setting back. It's a bit annoying, but it has resulted in me using the headphones less. I still love ifs, but to get this update to work I have to change my rating. Sounds good. I like seeing file formats and sample rates on screen. The only problem in vertical mode is that the enter key is a little wobbly. However, it could just be my blockage. edit: Sometimes there are problems when switching between digital inputs. I have to restart the device to fix it. Works well. Tested with Tidal MQA, DSD and DXD formats in JRiver.

Pros
  • Great for me
Cons
  • No instructions