[diamondears]

Thank you, I looked and the site didn't show prices or even able to add them to a cart, but I saw just a dac was $4-700?

The iFi micro iDSD is around $500. It's a portable DAC + HP amp. The iFi micro iCAN is around $300 iirc, but it's a HP amp only, so you'll need a separate DAC. But it's a Class A HP amp.

What would be your source player? For IEM/earbuds, I suggest just buy the iFi nano iDSD ($200) and just use EQ on your source player to tweak treble, miss and bass frequencies. The iFi nano iDSD is some terrific sounding gear. You won't need any treble not bass switch. It has 2 digital filters (interchangeable), so you can use that to tweak the sound.

 

[HPiper]

Anybody using the Nano iDSD with a Samsung Galaxy? Just wondering how well that works if at all.

 

[shabta]

I use it with a galaxy note 4. It works just fine!

 

[bretemm]

Ok, well my source would be my appletv or possibly my stereo "coaxl", but tho, I use Schiit Audio right now and it sounds great for only "$200" for both the Amp and Dac, is the Ifi worth it?

The iFi micro iDSD is around $500. It's a portable DAC + HP amp. The iFi micro iCAN is around $300 iirc, but it's a HP amp only, so you'll need a separate DAC. But it's a Class A HP amp.

What would be your source player? For IEM/earbuds, I suggest just buy the iFi nano iDSD ($200) and just use EQ on your source player to tweak treble, miss and bass frequencies. The iFi nano iDSD is some terrific sounding gear. You won't need any treble not bass switch. It has 2 digital filters (interchangeable), so you can use that to tweak the sound.

 

[shabta]

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Ok, well my source would be my appletv or possibly my stereo "coaxl", but tho, I use Schiit Audio right now and it sounds great for only "$200" for both the Amp and Dac, is the Ifi worth it?

When you mention earbuds, do you mean higher end in ears? If you are really just using cheap earbuds, don't worry about the source. With the Schiit you are using, a waaay better upgrade would be to improve your buds if your medical condition allows.

 

[bretemm]

Well I have the klipsch s3 right now and I'm looking for great or better ear buds but, im not too sure what would be a great quality ear bud (in-ear)? I looked at the Shure 846 but that's kinda allot right now, so what would you suggest? Thanks! And I mainly listen to classic rock and indie rock

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When you mention earbuds, do you mean higher end in ears? If you are really just using cheap earbuds, don't worry about the source. With the Schiit you are using, a waaay better upgrade would be to improve your buds if your medical condition allows.

 

[shabta]

Well I have the klipsch s3 right now and I'm looking for great or better ear buds but, im not too sure what would be a great quality ear bud (in-ear)? I looked at the Shure 846 but that's kinda allot right now, so what would you suggest? Thanks! And I mainly listen to classic rock and indie rock

Sorry, I don't really use earbuds. Ask in some of the portable headphone threads. I am sure that you will be much better off spending new money on better earbuds than a better source.

 

[diamondears]

Ok, well my source would be my appletv or possibly my stereo "coaxl", but tho, I use Schiit Audio right now and it sounds great for only "$200" for both the Amp and Dac, is the Ifi worth it?

Haven't heard the Schiits, so can't really tell. But of all my portables and portables I've heard, the iFi nano iDSD is worth it...in fact, I hear it to be better than its bigger brother iFi micro iDSD.

 

[SoAmusing777]

How does everyone feel about the nano iDSD vs the GeekOut 450?

 

[iFi audio]

Beta firmware - Testing Solutions to Spotify/Tidal streaming on Android and DSD256 on MAC
 
 
Warning. 

Please try this only if you are comfortable with upgrading the firmware on your nano iDSD/micro iDSD/Retro Stereo 50 Beta firmware allows one to:
 
 
 
1) Version 4.8 Beta - Output audio for Android if you encounter lack of compatibility with Device X and Spotify/Tidal* etc., USB Host mode remains required. 
 

1. Devices tested so far Sony Xperia Z Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S4, allows system audio, including Games and Android Music Playback via iFi iDSD etc.
2. We have developed a Firmware workaround that enables this for several Android Phones in our possession, but need wider testing.

 
 
 
2) Version 4.8.4 - DSD256 via DoP for iDSD nano (and upcoming iDAC2 micro) is now supported, using a special beta firmware. This firmware is redundant on iDSD micro and Retro Stereo 50.
 

1. This is primarily for Mac, for Windows ASIO Native remains recommended.
2. Note that this Firmware unlocks 705k/768kHz sample rates on the iDSD nano and iDAC2 micro with hardware that mutes on 705/768k PCM. 
3. As Mac's default the audio to the highest rate this means there will be no audio until you lower the sample rate in the control panel to 384khz.

 
 

1. Note that on Windows either Firmware update requires the Version 2.23 iFi Driver, earlier versions are NOT supported.

 
 
Please open a support ticket here to receive this firmware
 
http://support.ifi-audio.com/
 
Or open a ticket and contact your iCLUB conciege
 
Thanks

 

[walfredo]

  How does everyone feel about the nano iDSD vs the GeekOut 450?

I had the GO 450.  It is a good product.
 
But IMHO the nano is better.  More engaging sound.  More fun to listen.  The Geek Out is a tad cold.

 

[mdiogofs]

Hi. I imagine that on the go this amp could be good. But if at home, I want to use a better amp, can I do it without double amping? Similar to to a DAPs Line Out, a clean direct DAC exit/output. All audio outputs are using the internal amplifier?

 

[technobear]

Hi. I imagine that on the go this amp could be good. But if at home, I want to use a better amp, can I do it without double amping?

Yes.

 

[mdiogofs]

How?

 

[technobear]

The LINE OUT is through the RCA sockets on the front panel of the nano iDSD.

Turning the volume to maximum causes the stepped attenuator volume control to be bypassed. The straight output of the DAC is then sent through the RCAs at a standard 2 Volts.