iFi Audio iDSD Diablo-X

iFi Audio iDSD Diablo-X: A Product Demonstrating iFi Audio’s Exceptional Craftsmanship

The iFi Audio iDSD Diablo-X is a high-end portable DAC/amplifier featuring a dual Burr-Brown DAC chip and amplification capable of handling up to 768 kHz in PCM, MQA, and DSD512. This innovative and versatile product is designed to deliver a superior audio experience while supporting a wide range of audio file formats.

• Key Features
  • Compatible with the most common audio file formats, including 32-bit PCM, MQA, and DSD up to 512 octaves
  • PureWave amplification circuitry to reduce noise and crosstalk
  • Direct Drive technology for enhanced signal control and improved sound quality
  • Analog volume control for precise sound level adjustment
  • Compact and stylish design with a hot rod red finish
  • Wide range of high-quality components to ensure optimal performance

Performance and Sound Quality

The iFi Audio iDSD Diablo-X delivers a well-rounded and detailed sound signature, combining the neutrality and warmth that characterize iFi products. This portable DAC/amplifier offers exceptional performance with various headphone types, including planar speakers that require increased signal control for better sound quality.

Headphone Compatibility

The iFi Audio iDSD Diablo-X is designed to work with a wide variety of headphones. It incorporates internal solutions to enhance compatibility with hard-to-drive headphones, such as planar models.

• Product Benefits
  • Compatibility with numerous audio file formats
  • High-quality, precise sound reproduction
  • Precise volume control via an analog potentiometer
  • Compatibility with various headphone types, including planar speakers

Technical Specifications

Formats and Audio Processing

• Full DSD512 / 22.6 MHz decoding
• MQA PCM 768 kHz
• Bit-Perfect DSD and DXD digital-to-analog converter (DAC) by Burr-Brown

Power Supply

• 4,800 mAh lithium-polymer battery
• Consumption:
  • xMEMS: 8 W
  • Turbo: 12 W
  • Normal: 5 W

Connectivity

• Digital input: USB 3.0 Type A
• S/PDIF (coaxial, optical 3.5 mm)
• Headphone output: 4.4 mm

Audio Performance

• Frequency response: 10 Hz - 80 kHz (-3 dB)
• Signal-to-noise ratio:
  • 120 dB
  • 114 dB
• Dynamic range:
  • • 120 dB
  • • 114 dB
• Total harmonic distortion + noise (THD + N):
  • 0.002%
  • 0.001%

Headphone Output Power

• 28 Vpp (xMEMS mode)

• 19.2 V / 611 mW (at 600 Ω)

• 12.6 V / 4,980 mW (at 32 Ω)

• 9.6 V / 153 mW (at 600 Ω)

• 8.8 V / 2,417 mW (at 32 Ω)

Physical Characteristics

• Dimensions (L × H × D): 166 × 72 × 25 mm
• Weight: 330 g