[gixxerwimp]

 

 

I've read the white paper that usb3.0 generate a lot of RFI/EMI when in use.

How you guys deal with this interference issue from usb3.0 standard that might affect the sound quality?

Thanks for the answer in advance.

Are you saying 3.0 has more RFI/EMI than 2.0? Not that I've heard of, unless you're using your network card and surfing the web on your machine. You can get all kinds of RFI that way.

My question would be, does USB 3.0 offer a benefit over 2.0 when transporting music to your DAC? I mean, it sounds right in theory, but I haven't been able to read anything that music would need that much bandwidth going to the DAC.

 
 
Um, the Mercury and Gemini cables are USB 2.0 AFAIK. So using them with the iUSB3.0 would downgrade everything back to 2.0 (which is plenty for audio). So using them (or other USB 2.0 cables) would make the 3.0 EMI/RFI issues irrelevant.
 
Do I get a prize for predicting the next two passive iFi products?
 

1. Gemini 3.0
2. Mercury 3.0

 

[JoeyGS]

Congratulations to rafaelpernil and SptTablo

 

[EH-Yeon]

Been exciting to get the upcoming ifi ipower 5V. Looking at this, iusb 3.0 has better prospects and cleaner power for my project. As I looking at the picture of the back posted with the rapid charging support, does iusb 3.0 has a couple of battery cells in it? Or just support rapid charging devices?

One more thing is that, does it work without the ac power connected? Looking at the clue with android phone attached, does it work as transportable device?

 

[technobear]

...does iusb 3.0 has a couple of battery cells in it?

No.

One more thing is that, does it work without the ac power connected?

No.

 

[iFi audio]

   
 
Um, the Mercury and Gemini cables are USB 2.0 AFAIK. So using them with the iUSB3.0 would downgrade everything back to 2.0 (which is plenty for audio). So using them (or other USB 2.0 cables) would make the 3.0 EMI/RFI issues irrelevant.
 
Do I get a prize for predicting the next two passive iFi products?
 

1. Gemini 3.0
2. Mercury 3.0

 
Hi,
 
Nice try - like your enthusiasm.
 
Sorry no because the next new Skunkworks product is something else...

 

 

[technobear]

 


Um, the Mercury and Gemini cables are USB 2.0 AFAIK. So using them with the iUSB3.0 would downgrade everything back to 2.0 (which is plenty for audio). So using them (or other USB 2.0 cables) would make the 3.0 EMI/RFI issues irrelevant.

Do I get a prize for predicting the next two passive iFi products?

• Gemini 3.0
• Mercury 3.0

Hi,

Nice try - like your enthusiasm.

Sorry no because the next new Skunkworks product is something else...:wink_face:  

So are Gemini and Mercury USB 3.0 compliant?

What will happen if someone tries to use one with say a USB 3.0 Hard Drive?

 

[iFi audio]

So are Gemini and Mercury USB 3.0 compliant?

What will happen if someone tries to use one with say a USB 3.0 Hard Drive?

 
Hi,
 
Yes, you can use iFi Mercury or Gemini cables with iUSB 3.0 of course then you will have a USB 3.0 device that falls back to USB 2.0.
 
And if you connect Mercury or Gemini with USB3.0 hard drive, every thing still works but one gets USB2.0.
 
Cheers.

 

[rafaelpernil]

Wooow thank you so much iFi!!! I will give you a review as soon as it gets home!!

 

[iFi audio]

Wooow thank you so much iFi!!! I will give you a review as soon as it gets home!!

 
Hi,
 
Slowdown tiger. When you receive it, play with it for a few months. Only then let us know how you get on. Most important is that you get more out of your system with the iUSB3.0 than without.
 
Our 'Skin' and team are chillin to ice lemon tea. It is Friday after all!
 

 
 
One of our team will make the arrangements when we receive all your details.
 
Chill!

 

[rafaelpernil]

   
Hi,
 
Slowdown tiger. When you receive it, play with it for a few months. Only then let us know how you get on. Most important is that you get more out of your system with the iUSB3.0 than without.
 
Our 'Skin' and team are chillin to ice lemon tea. It is Friday after all!
 

 
 
One of our team will make the arrangements when we receive all your details.
 
Chill!

Hahahaha nice, I think it will fit perfectly with my micro iDSD. Bon Appetite my friends, have a nice friday!
 
P.D. I have already sent all the details
 
Regards,
Rafael

 

[iFi audio]

The 3rd Winner is:

 
glassmonkey
 
Ok. No money (sorry) but a shiny, lovely, brand new micro iUSB3.0.
 

 
 
 
Furthermore, the winners who correctly guessed the reason why our Skunkworks mascot is called 'Skin.'
 

 

tjw321

 

Brooko

 

technobear

 

Faber65

 

d1sturb3d

 

Turrican2

 

yaluen

 

ModMax

 

Allvey

 
 
come on down.
 
 
 
What next: PM us via here.
 
1) Name
2) Address
3) Contact tel
 
We only need this data for delivery.
 
Any questions, just ask.
 
Congratulations!
 
 
Thanks to all those who guessed because your replies had Skin laughing her furry tail off.

 

 

[SeanS]

Hello.  Is the iUSB3 for sale on line anywhere yet?  Thanks!

 

[SeanS]

Also, I can't seem to find clarification as to whether the iPower adapter is included with the iUSB3.0. Is it?
 
I currently have an original iUSB-Power which comes with a "more value-oriented" power adapter.
 
I can attest to much improved performance using the original with a Resonessence ConceroHD DAC.
 
Thanks,
Sean

 

[EVOLVIST]

  Also, I can't seem to find clarification as to whether the iPower adapter is included with the iUSB3.0. Is it?
 

It does come with the new iPower adapter. See page 1 of this thread and also watch the cool video.

 

[technobear]

Also, I can't seem to find clarification as to whether the iPower adapter is included with the iUSB3.0. Is it?

Yes. It has been shipping with all iFi products that require a power supply since about February.

I currently have an original iUSB-Power which comes with a "more value-oriented" power adapter.

There is nothing "value oriented" about the Ultra Low Noise power supply. Until iPower, it was the quietist such supply on the market.