iFi Audio - GO blu
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Browse EMI Plans
₹ 1,537 per month with Snapmint
Eligibility: Above 18 years of age, Credit Card NOT Required
Transaction value: Available on all orders
Payment Gateway: Please choose Snapmint Cardless EMI at checkout
| Tenure | Interest% | Downpayment | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 4,250 | ₹ 4,250 | ₹ 0 |
| 6 | Low Cost EMI | ₹ 4,250 | ₹ 2,218 | ₹ 569 |
| 9 | Low Cost EMI | ₹ 4,250 | ₹ 1,537 | ₹ 1,105 |
Snapmint Cashback Offer
Offer valid from 22/03/2023 to 31/03/2023
Users will get 10% cashback upto a maximum of ₹500
The offer is valid only for transactions made through the Snapmint payment option.
The offer is valid only for the first transactions of customers through the Snapmint payment
option.
The Cashback offer is valid from 22nd March at 12:00 am to 31st March 2023 at 11:59 pm
The Cashback will be processed on the same day in the Snapmint wallet on which the last
EMI is paid.
Cashback is valid only when the customer pays their EMIs on time.
The offer would not be applicable in case of canceled or refunded transactions. In case of a
partial refund, the cashback will be applicable only on the remaining value.
The Offer can be availed only once per user during the campaign period.
₹ 2,833 per month with axio
Eligibility: All above 21 years of age
Transaction value: Available on all orders below Rs. 60,000/-
Payment Gateway: Please choose Razorpay at checkout
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
| 6 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 2,833 | ₹ 0 |
₹ 5,666 per month with Simpl
Eligibility: All Simpl users
Transaction value: Depends on your credit limit
Payment Gateway: Please choose Simpl Pay in 3 at checkout
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
₹ 5,666 per month with Bajaj
Finserv
Eligibility: All Bajaj Finserv card owners
Transaction value: All orders above Rs. 4,500/-
Payment Gateway: Please choose Razorpay at checkout
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
₹ 5,666 per month with Zest Money
Eligibility: All Zestmoney users
Transaction value: Depends on your credit limit
Payment Gateway: Please choose Cashfree at checkout
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
EMI Options through Other Credit Cards
American Express
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | 14% | ₹ 5,799 | ₹ 398 |
| 6 | 14% | ₹ 2,950 | ₹ 701 |
| 9 | 14% | ₹ 2,001 | ₹ 1,007 |
| 12 | 14% | ₹ 1,526 | ₹ 1,316 |
| 18 | 14% | ₹ 1,053 | ₹ 1,946 |
| 24 | 14% | ₹ 816 | ₹ 2,589 |
Axis Bank
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
| 6 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 2,833 | ₹ 0 |
| 9 | 14% | ₹ 2,001 | ₹ 1,007 |
| 12 | 14% | ₹ 1,526 | ₹ 1,316 |
| 18 | 15% | ₹ 1,060 | ₹ 2,090 |
| 24 | 15% | ₹ 824 | ₹ 2,782 |
Bank of Baroda
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
| 6 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 2,833 | ₹ 0 |
| 9 | 13% | ₹ 1,993 | ₹ 934 |
| 12 | 13% | ₹ 1,518 | ₹ 1,221 |
| 18 | 15% | ₹ 1,060 | ₹ 2,090 |
| 24 | 15% | ₹ 824 | ₹ 2,782 |
Citi Bank
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
| 6 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 2,833 | ₹ 0 |
| 9 | 15% | ₹ 2,009 | ₹ 1,080 |
| 12 | 15% | ₹ 1,534 | ₹ 1,413 |
| 18 | 15% | ₹ 1,060 | ₹ 2,090 |
| 24 | 15% | ₹ 824 | ₹ 2,782 |
HDFC Bank
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
| 6 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 2,833 | ₹ 0 |
| 9 | 15% | ₹ 2,009 | ₹ 1,080 |
| 12 | 15% | ₹ 1,534 | ₹ 1,413 |
| 18 | 15% | ₹ 1,060 | ₹ 2,090 |
| 24 | 15% | ₹ 824 | ₹ 2,782 |
HSBC Bank
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
| 6 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 2,833 | ₹ 0 |
| 9 | 13.50% | ₹ 1,997 | ₹ 970 |
| 12 | 13.50% | ₹ 1,522 | ₹ 1,269 |
| 18 | 13.50% | ₹ 1,049 | ₹ 1,874 |
ICICI Bank
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
| 6 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 2,833 | ₹ 0 |
| 9 | 13.99% | ₹ 2,001 | ₹ 1,006 |
| 12 | 13.99% | ₹ 1,526 | ₹ 1,316 |
| 18 | 14.99% | ₹ 1,060 | ₹ 2,088 |
| 24 | 14.99% | ₹ 824 | ₹ 2,780 |
INDUSIND Bank
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
| 6 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 2,833 | ₹ 0 |
| 9 | 13% | ₹ 1,993 | ₹ 934 |
| 12 | 12% | ₹ 1,510 | ₹ 1,125 |
| 18 | 12% | ₹ 1,037 | ₹ 1,660 |
| 24 | 12% | ₹ 800 | ₹ 2,206 |
Kotak Mahindra Bank
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
| 6 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 2,833 | ₹ 0 |
| 9 | 14% | ₹ 2,001 | ₹ 1,007 |
| 12 | 14% | ₹ 1,526 | ₹ 1,316 |
| 18 | 15% | ₹ 1,060 | ₹ 2,090 |
| 24 | 15% | ₹ 824 | ₹ 2,782 |
RBL Bank
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
| 6 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 2,833 | ₹ 0 |
| 9 | 15% | ₹ 2,009 | ₹ 1,080 |
| 12 | 15% | ₹ 1,534 | ₹ 1,413 |
| 18 | 15% | ₹ 1,060 | ₹ 2,090 |
| 24 | 15% | ₹ 824 | ₹ 2,782 |
SBI Bank
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
| 6 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 2,833 | ₹ 0 |
| 9 | 14% | ₹ 2,001 | ₹ 1,007 |
| 12 | 14% | ₹ 1,526 | ₹ 1,316 |
Standard Chartered Bank
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
| 6 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 2,833 | ₹ 0 |
| 9 | 14% | ₹ 2,001 | ₹ 1,007 |
| 12 | 14% | ₹ 1,526 | ₹ 1,316 |
YES Bank
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
| 6 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 2,833 | ₹ 0 |
| 9 | 14% | ₹ 2,001 | ₹ 1,007 |
| 12 | 14% | ₹ 1,526 | ₹ 1,316 |
| 18 | 15% | ₹ 1,060 | ₹ 2,090 |
| 24 | 15% | ₹ 824 | ₹ 2,782 |
24 Hours
Delivery
7 Day Easy Exchange
The iFi Audio - GO blu is eligible for Easy Exchange within 7 days of delivery. Your exchange request will be accepted only once. We want to make sure that you end up with a product that you 100% love.
An exchange will be allowed only if the product is returned in original condition
(with brand’s/manufacturer's box, MRP tag intact, user manual, warranty card and all the accessories therein)
You will receive full Store Credit in your Headphone Zone account so that you may choose
another product from our website which would be more suited to your needs. Refunds will NOT be possible under
our 7 Day Easy Exchange Policy.
7 Day Replacement Guarantee
In case you receive the iFi Audio - GO blu with a manufacturing defect, please raise a return request within 7 days of delivery.
However, if you receive an incorrect / damaged / different product or one with missing accessories, please raise a return request within 24 hours of delivery. In case you receive a product with a missing, incorrect, or faulty accessory, you will be given a replacement accessory instead of the entire product.
Please make sure that the product is in the original packaging with all the accessories it came with. We'll also need an unboxing video and images of the parcel to investigate about the discrepancy. You may be asked to share images of the product and the packaging received for us to determine the damage or defect prior to approving the return request. The free replacement will be shipped only once the original order is returned.
A replacement will be issued only if:
- It is found to be defective
- It is determined that the product was not damaged while in your possession
- The product is not different from what was shipped to you
- The product is returned in original condition (with brand’s/manufacturer's box, MRP tag intact, user manual, warranty card and all the accessories therein)
Warranty & Services
This iFi Audio - GO blu comes with a warranty
from iFi Audio that covers manufacturing defects.
All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.
Read more about iFi Audio's warranty in India.
Snapmint
Tenure available: 3, 6 and 9 Months Eligibility: Above 18 years of age, Credit Card NOT Required Transaction value: Available on all orders Payment Gateway: Please choose Snapmint Cardless EMI at checkout| Tenure | Interest% | Downpayment | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 4,250 | ₹ 4,250 | ₹ 0 |
| 6 | Low Cost EMI | ₹ 4,250 | ₹ 2,218 | ₹ 569 |
| 9 | Low Cost EMI | ₹ 4,250 | ₹ 1,537 | ₹ 1,105 |
Snapmint Cashback Offer
Offer valid from 22/03/2023 to 31/03/2023
Users will get 10% cashback upto a maximum of ₹500
The offer is valid only for transactions made through the Snapmint payment option.
The offer is valid only for the first transactions of customers through the Snapmint payment
option.
The Cashback offer is valid from 22nd March at 12:00 am to 31st March 2023 at 11:59 pm
The Cashback will be processed on the same day in the Snapmint wallet on which the last
EMI is paid.
Cashback is valid only when the customer pays their EMIs on time.
The offer would not be applicable in case of canceled or refunded transactions. In case of a
partial refund, the cashback will be applicable only on the remaining value.
The Offer can be availed only once per user during the campaign period.
Axio
Tenure available: 3 or 6 Months
Eligibility: All above 21 years of age
Transaction value: Available on all orders below Rs. 60,000/-
Payment Gateway: Please choose Razorpay at checkout
- Valid from 10th Feb to 9th April
- Users will get 10% cashback up to a maximum of ₹1000
- The offer is valid only once per user during the offer period.
- No coupon code required.
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
| 6 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 2,833 | ₹ 0 |
Simpl
Tenure available: 3 Months
Eligibility: All Simpl users
Transaction value: Depends on your credit limit
Payment Gateway: Please choose Simpl Pay in 3 at checkout
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
Bajaj Finserv
Tenure available: 3 Months
Eligibility: All Bajaj Finserv card owners
Transaction value: All orders above Rs. 4,500/-
Payment Gateway: Please choose Razorpay at checkout
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
Zestmoney
Tenure available: 3 Months
Eligibility: All Zestmoney users
Transaction value: Depends on your credit limit
Payment Gateway: Please choose Cashfree at checkout
| Tenure | Interest% | Installment | Interest |
| 3 | No Cost EMI | ₹ 5,666 | ₹ 0 |
Mobikwik
Cashback Offer- Select Cashfree at Checkout to transact through Mobikwik
- Get Additional Cashback upto Rs. 500/- on transaction via MobiKwik wallet
- Use Code :- MBK500 on MobiKwik Payment page to avail the additional cashback.
- Transaction to be done through MobiKwik wallet only
- Offer can be availed on minimum transaction of Rs. 1999/-
- Offer can be availed once per user during the campaign
- Offer valid from 10th January'23 till 30th June'23
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Designed in the
UK
Ideal for Audiophiles
These DAC & Amps are designed for discerning music lovers. If audio quality is important to you, a set of DAC & Amps like these would be ideal.
You can expect these DAC & Amps to present you with a refined listening experience. The audio quality exhibited by these DAC & Amps is a beautiful mix of musicality, technical brilliance and high precision.
These DAC & Amps deliver a spacious & open soundstage that makes you feel you are sitting at a live concert. Experience the magic and delve into pure sonic tranquility!
Ideal for Taking Calls
Sometimes, DAC & Amps embed a built-in microphone so you can make calls while on the go. If you are someone who is working from home and needs to do a conference call or a video call, you'll benefit from a DAC & Amp with a microphone.
You can expect these DAC & Amps to offer brilliant microphone quality and clear audio without connecting additional peripherals. Just plug them in, and express yourself!
Best Suited for Portable Use
For those who value them, being able to carry their favourite DAC & Amp equipment when they are on the move is invaluable.
These DAC & Amps offer the ultimate portability experience without sacrificing sound quality. If you’re someone who appreciates cutting-edge engineering, quality sound and portability, then look no further.
Designed to be trusty companions, these DAC & Amps are cleverly engineered with the latest technology to offer the ultimate combination of portability & Hi-Fidelity!
Bluetooth with
aptX HD, aptX LL & LDAC
Battery Life
DAC & Amps with built-in batteries offer easy operation without the annoyance of wires.
Battery life is a measurement of battery performance. It is the amount of time your DAC & Amps will still have enough juice to power your headphones or IEMs. It can be summed up; as how long a battery will last before your DAC & Amps need to be recharged.
Nothing interferes with your music, thanks to the high-performance and long-lasting battery. No interruptions, just pure sonic bliss!
4.4mm
Balanced Output
Cirrus Logic CS43131
DAC Chip
Pair with Laptop via USB
A majority of people use a laptop as the primary source device to listen to music or watch movies. Since the laptop is an essential part of the audio chain there are headphones and devices designed to work a laptop or computer system flawlessly. With the availability of USB connectivity, it becomes easier to pair various devices like an Amp, DAC or even headphones without worrying about drivers or any additional piece of software.
245mW @ 32Ω
Power Output
Battery Capacity of
450 mAh
There are Bluetooth DACs, and then there is the IFI Go Blue. It's in a league of its own, honestly. Its build quality immediately tells you - this is premium. The specs do it justice too. LDAC, AptX HD, your guaranteed the highest resolution. The 4.4mm balanced output is super powerful, you can pair it even with headphones.
About RAGHAV SOMANI
Raghav Somani is the Founder & CEO of Headphone Zone. An avid audiophile and musician since 2008, his choice of headphones include STAX Electrostats, Audeze LCD 3, and for music on the go, the JH Audio Roxanne + Astell&Kern SP1000 is never too far away. On his playlist, you'll find A.R. Rahman, Michael Jackson, and the Eagles.
DESCRIPTION
DEDICATED DAC, AMPLIFIER AND BLUETOOTH STAGES FOR OPTIMISED AUDIO
Most portable Bluetooth DAC/Amps incorporate an all-in-one ‘system on a chipsolution to deliver input signal processing, digital-to-analogue signal conversion and amplification. Theseare simple and cost-effective, but they cannot compare with expertly designed, individually optimisedcircuit stages when it comes to sound quality. The iFi Audio GO Blu showcases a clever design that packs inseparate Bluetooth + DAC + Amp stages, each engineered in distinct blocks to deliver the ideal combinationof cutting-edge specification and superb sound. The GO Blue utilises the latest Cirrus Logic CS43131 chipfor all audio conversion.
EMBEDDED WITH QUALCOMM BLUETOOTH CHIP AND DIRECT DRIVE AMP CIRCUIT
The Bluetooth stage in the iFi Audio GO Blu makes use of Qualcomm’s latestfour-core QCC5100 Bluetooth chip. This chip feeds the DAC stage with a Cirrus Logic 32-bit DAC chip at itsheart and is coupled with a customized digital filter to minimize pre-echoes and ringing artefacts. Aprecision clock system is embedded to ensure ultra-low jitter, reducing errors and distortion in the digitalaudio signal. The Amplifier circuitry benefits from symmetrical twin-mono signal paths and utilizes iFi’sDirect Drive design to ensure a clean signal path without distortion-inducing output coupling capacitors.The amplifier stage delivers up to 5.6V, handling tough headphone loads with ease. To ensure signal strengthis suitable for sensitive headphones and earphones, auto-gain adjusts output up or down by 6dB.
OFFERS BLUETOOTH 5.1 CONNECTIVITY WITH SUPPORT FOR HI-RES CODECS
iFi Audio GO Blu embeds Qualcomm’s latest four-core QCC5100 chip with Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity. Bluetooth 5.1 ensures the best possible connectivity range, stability and overall performance. The latest four-core QCC5100 processing chip also offers support for various high-definition Bluetooth audio codecs, including aptX Adaptive and aptX HD, LDAC, HWA and LHDC. Other codecs covered include regular aptX and aptX Low Latency, AAC and SBC. You can also use the USB-C connection and enjoy High-Res USB audio too, with PCM audio up to 24-bit/96kHz.
CUSTOMISED SONIC TAILORING OPTIONS WITH XBASS AND XSPACE FEATURES
The iFi Audio GO Blu offers sonic tailoring options with two user-selectablefeatures - XBass and XSpace. The first is XBass, a sophisticated form of 'bass boost' that enhances lowfrequencies without muddying the midrange, particularly useful with earphones and open-back headphonesthatmay lack deep bass. The second is XSpace, a setting designed to compensate for the 'in-headlocalisation'effect that can occur when using headphones to listen to music that was mixed using a pair of speakers,effectively widening the headphone soundstage to deliver a more spacious and speaker-like experience.Boththese settings operate entirely in the analogue domain rather than messing with the digital signal viaDSP(Digital Signal Processing) and may be switched in or out of the signal path.
DUAL OUTPUTS WITH PENTACONN CONNECTOR AND S BALANCED CIRCUITRY
The iFi Audio GO Blu offers easy connectivity with dual headphone connectors. Whether you use balanced or unbalanced headphones, you get the low noise and best channel separation for the most enjoyable experience. The GO Blu boasts a Pentaconn 4.4mm output enabling headphones equipped with balanced connectivity to take full advantage of the GO Blu's balanced amp design. In addition, the 3.5mm output benefits from iFi's proprietary S-Balanced circuitry. This circuitry cuts crosstalk and related distortion in half when used with regular, single-ended headphone connections, this is especially beneficial with high-sensitivity in-ear monitors.
PORTABLE LIGHTWEIGHT BUILD WITH SWISS CHRONOGRAPH DESIGN
iFi Audio GO Blu weighs only 26g and with its lightweight, soft-touch polymerenclosure, copper-coloured trim and ChronoDial watch crown-style control. iFi Audio has evenincorporated ahigh-quality chip-based (CMOS-MEMS) microphone, enabling hands-free calls, voice chat for gaming andaccessto voice assistants such as Apple Siri and Google Assistant. The ChronoDial on the GO Blu is amasterpieceof precision engineering, just like a chronograph watch. The ChronoDial offers precise, analogue volumecontrol and you can also use it to play, pause and skip tracks forward and backwards. You can evenactivatethe voice assistant on your Bluetooth connected smart devices.
SPECS
| CHIPSET | DAC: Cirrus Logic CS43131 Bluetooth: Qualcomm QCC 5100 |
| INPUTS | Wireless: Bluetooth 5.1 ( AAC, SBC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, LDAC,
LHDC/HWA Codec Wired: USB-C (24/96) |
| MICROPHONE | Yes |
| HEADPHONE OUTPUTS | Balanced: 4.4mm SE: 3.5mm |
| POWER OUTPUT | Balanced: 245mW @ 32Ω; 5.6v @ 600Ω SE: 165mW @ 32Ω; 2.8v @ 600Ω |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | Balanced: <1Ω SE: <1Ω |
| SNR | Balanced: 111dB(A) @ 0dBFS SE: 116.5dB(A) @ 0dBFS |
| DNR | Balanced/SE: >120dB(A) |
| THD+N | Balanced: <0.009% @ (6.5mW/2.0v@600Ω) SE: <0.03% @ (100mW/1.27v@16Ω) |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20Hz - 45kHz (-3dB) |
| BATTERY TYPE | Lithium-polymer |
| BATTERY CAPACITY | 450mAh |
| BATTERY LIFE | Approximately 8 hours (depending upon volume and headphones) |
| POWER SYSTEM | Charging via USB-C, BC V1.2 compliant up to 1000mA charging current and 6.3 volts |
| SIZE | 54 x 34 x 13mm 2.1' x 1.3' x 0.5' |
| WEIGHT | 27g (0.95 oz) |
| BOX CONTENTS | 1. iFi Audio GO blu |
| 2. USB-A to USB-C Cable | |
| 3. Microfibre protective bag | |
| GENERIC NAME | Headphone Amplifier |
| COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | China |
| IMPORTER DETAILS | Importers Name: Ferrari Video Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020 Contact No: 044-24420733 |
| NET QUANTITY | 1 |
FAQs
What is the warranty period on the iFi Audio GO blu?
iFi Audio comes with 1 year warranty. To claim warranty click here.
Which DAC chip does the iFi Audio GO blu come with?
The iFi Audio GO blu is loaded with Cirrus Logic CS43131 DAC Chip that offers a great audiophile-grade sound quality.
How long does it take for a full battery charge?
Approx 40 minutes with a high-powered charger.
How many listening hours would there be after a full charge?
That depends on a few things; how loud you play it and the type of music (heavy bass and inefficient headphones use more power), distance away from the connected device, temperature to name a few. But, generally you can listen up to 10 hours or more.
Does the iFi Audio GO blu support balanced output?
Yes, the iFi Audio GO blu comes with a 3.5mm and 4.4mm Balanced output.
Can you use the 4.4mm and 3.5mm outputs at the same time?
Yes. The 3.5mm output and the positive phase on the 4.4mm output are wired together.
Does listening to the GO blu on USB switch off the Bluetooth connection?
If a Bluetooth connection has been established first the connected device will use it preferentially. The USB connection can be selected as an alternative. If you have two devices connected, one with Bluetooth and the other with USB, you can select between them on your two devices by playing one or the other.
What is voice assistant?
When you long-press the button on the multi-function knob, your device’s voice assistant will wake up (if enabled). Eg. Siri on Apple or Google Assistant on Android. The microphone on the GO blu is located next to the charging LED on the bottom. No need to speak right into the microphone, it’s quite sensitive.
DEDICATED DAC, AMPLIFIER AND BLUETOOTH STAGES FOR OPTIMISED AUDIO
Most portable Bluetooth DAC/Amps incorporate an all-in-one ‘system on a chipsolution to deliver input signal processing, digital-to-analogue signal conversion and amplification. Theseare simple and cost-effective, but they cannot compare with expertly designed, individually optimisedcircuit stages when it comes to sound quality. The iFi Audio GO Blu showcases a clever design that packs inseparate Bluetooth + DAC + Amp stages, each engineered in distinct blocks to deliver the ideal combinationof cutting-edge specification and superb sound. The GO Blue utilises the latest Cirrus Logic CS43131 chipfor all audio conversion.
EMBEDDED WITH QUALCOMM BLUETOOTH CHIP AND DIRECT DRIVE AMP CIRCUIT
The Bluetooth stage in the iFi Audio GO Blu makes use of Qualcomm’s latestfour-core QCC5100 Bluetooth chip. This chip feeds the DAC stage with a Cirrus Logic 32-bit DAC chip at itsheart and is coupled with a customized digital filter to minimize pre-echoes and ringing artefacts. Aprecision clock system is embedded to ensure ultra-low jitter, reducing errors and distortion in the digitalaudio signal. The Amplifier circuitry benefits from symmetrical twin-mono signal paths and utilizes iFi’sDirect Drive design to ensure a clean signal path without distortion-inducing output coupling capacitors.The amplifier stage delivers up to 5.6V, handling tough headphone loads with ease. To ensure signal strengthis suitable for sensitive headphones and earphones, auto-gain adjusts output up or down by 6dB.
OFFERS BLUETOOTH 5.1 CONNECTIVITY WITH SUPPORT FOR HI-RES CODECS
iFi Audio GO Blu embeds Qualcomm’s latest four-core QCC5100 chip with Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity. Bluetooth 5.1 ensures the best possible connectivity range, stability and overall performance. The latest four-core QCC5100 processing chip also offers support for various high-definition Bluetooth audio codecs, including aptX Adaptive and aptX HD, LDAC, HWA and LHDC. Other codecs covered include regular aptX and aptX Low Latency, AAC and SBC. You can also use the USB-C connection and enjoy High-Res USB audio too, with PCM audio up to 24-bit/96kHz.
CUSTOMISED SONIC TAILORING OPTIONS WITH XBASS AND XSPACE FEATURES
The iFi Audio GO Blu offers sonic tailoring options with two user-selectablefeatures - XBass and XSpace. The first is XBass, a sophisticated form of 'bass boost' that enhances lowfrequencies without muddying the midrange, particularly useful with earphones and open-back headphonesthatmay lack deep bass. The second is XSpace, a setting designed to compensate for the 'in-headlocalisation'effect that can occur when using headphones to listen to music that was mixed using a pair of speakers,effectively widening the headphone soundstage to deliver a more spacious and speaker-like experience.Boththese settings operate entirely in the analogue domain rather than messing with the digital signal viaDSP(Digital Signal Processing) and may be switched in or out of the signal path.
DUAL OUTPUTS WITH PENTACONN CONNECTOR AND S BALANCED CIRCUITRY
The iFi Audio GO Blu offers easy connectivity with dual headphone connectors. Whether you use balanced or unbalanced headphones, you get the low noise and best channel separation for the most enjoyable experience. The GO Blu boasts a Pentaconn 4.4mm output enabling headphones equipped with balanced connectivity to take full advantage of the GO Blu's balanced amp design. In addition, the 3.5mm output benefits from iFi's proprietary S-Balanced circuitry. This circuitry cuts crosstalk and related distortion in half when used with regular, single-ended headphone connections, this is especially beneficial with high-sensitivity in-ear monitors.
PORTABLE LIGHTWEIGHT BUILD WITH SWISS CHRONOGRAPH DESIGN
iFi Audio GO Blu weighs only 26g and with its lightweight, soft-touch polymerenclosure, copper-coloured trim and ChronoDial watch crown-style control. iFi Audio has evenincorporated ahigh-quality chip-based (CMOS-MEMS) microphone, enabling hands-free calls, voice chat for gaming andaccessto voice assistants such as Apple Siri and Google Assistant. The ChronoDial on the GO Blu is amasterpieceof precision engineering, just like a chronograph watch. The ChronoDial offers precise, analogue volumecontrol and you can also use it to play, pause and skip tracks forward and backwards. You can evenactivatethe voice assistant on your Bluetooth connected smart devices.
| CHIPSET | DAC: Cirrus Logic CS43131 Bluetooth: Qualcomm QCC 5100 |
| INPUTS | Wireless: Bluetooth 5.1 ( AAC, SBC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, LDAC,
LHDC/HWA Codec Wired: USB-C (24/96) |
| MICROPHONE | Yes |
| HEADPHONE OUTPUTS | Balanced: 4.4mm SE: 3.5mm |
| POWER OUTPUT | Balanced: 245mW @ 32Ω; 5.6v @ 600Ω SE: 165mW @ 32Ω; 2.8v @ 600Ω |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | Balanced: <1Ω SE: <1Ω |
| SNR | Balanced: 111dB(A) @ 0dBFS SE: 116.5dB(A) @ 0dBFS |
| DNR | Balanced/SE: >120dB(A) |
| THD+N | Balanced: <0.009% @ (6.5mW/2.0v@600Ω) SE: <0.03% @ (100mW/1.27v@16Ω) |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20Hz - 45kHz (-3dB) |
| BATTERY TYPE | Lithium-polymer |
| BATTERY CAPACITY | 450mAh |
| BATTERY LIFE | Approximately 8 hours (depending upon volume and headphones) |
| POWER SYSTEM | Charging via USB-C, BC V1.2 compliant up to 1000mA charging current and 6.3 volts |
| SIZE | 54 x 34 x 13mm 2.1' x 1.3' x 0.5' |
| WEIGHT | 27g (0.95 oz) |
| BOX CONTENTS | 1. iFi Audio GO blu |
| 2. USB-A to USB-C Cable | |
| 3. Microfibre protective bag | |
| GENERIC NAME | Headphone Amplifier |
| COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | China |
| IMPORTER DETAILS | Importers Name: Ferrari Video Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020 Contact No: 044-24420733 |
| NET QUANTITY | 1 |
What is the warranty period on the iFi Audio GO blu?
iFi Audio comes with 1 year warranty. To claim warranty click here.
Which DAC chip does the iFi Audio GO blu come with?
The iFi Audio GO blu is loaded with Cirrus Logic CS43131 DAC Chip that offers a great audiophile-grade sound quality.
How long does it take for a full battery charge?
Approx 40 minutes with a high-powered charger.
How many listening hours would there be after a full charge?
That depends on a few things; how loud you play it and the type of music (heavy bass and inefficient headphones use more power), distance away from the connected device, temperature to name a few. But, generally you can listen up to 10 hours or more.
Does the iFi Audio GO blu support balanced output?
Yes, the iFi Audio GO blu comes with a 3.5mm and 4.4mm Balanced output.
Can you use the 4.4mm and 3.5mm outputs at the same time?
Yes. The 3.5mm output and the positive phase on the 4.4mm output are wired together.
Does listening to the GO blu on USB switch off the Bluetooth connection?
If a Bluetooth connection has been established first the connected device will use it preferentially. The USB connection can be selected as an alternative. If you have two devices connected, one with Bluetooth and the other with USB, you can select between them on your two devices by playing one or the other.
What is voice assistant?
When you long-press the button on the multi-function knob, your device’s voice assistant will wake up (if enabled). Eg. Siri on Apple or Google Assistant on Android. The microphone on the GO blu is located next to the charging LED on the bottom. No need to speak right into the microphone, it’s quite sensitive.
Don't sweat it, this
iFi Audio - GO blu comes with a 1 Year warranty
from iFi Audio that covers manufacturing defects.
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OUTSTANDING AWARD
HIFI AND MUSIC SOURCE
Nov, 2021
"Let’s make it short: for the price, the iFi GO blu is a very compelling device. Build quality is great, the sound is impressive, and it can virtually work with everything you own, as a DAC/Amp."
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"Pocket-size DAC/amp delivers heavenly headphone sound on the go. Connect wirelessly to phones, tablets and computers via high-definition Bluetooth."
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"This is the easiest portable DAC to use, and the most friendly due to its size. Sometimes portable DACs can be cumbersome, but the GO Blu makes high-fidelity audio accessible to everyone."
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"Small, convenient, uniquely specified and great sounding, the iFi GO blu is the ultimate go-anywhere upgrade to elevate your headphone experience."
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"With its lightweight, soft-touch polymer enclosure, copper-coloured trim and ChronoDial watch crown-style control, the GO blu is a pleasure to use wherever you go."
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"When portability is paramount, the iFi Go Blu is every millimetre the convenient sonic upgrade your phone needs. It levels up your phone’s sound with very little effort."
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"If you’re after a means of improving the sound from mobile and computers, then iFi Audio has a solution for when you’re out and about. Pocket-sized GO blu boosts audio on your travels."
Read MoreThis product is rated 4.9 of 5.0 stars.
It has received 16 reviews.
Customer Reviews
I have been a huge fan of portable DAC/AMPS ever since I started using FIIO BTR5 which have ruled this market segment until now. Although the BTR5s are a feature juggernaut as compared to these where you get much more control for fine tuning the sound at a granular level, the Ifi GoBlu emphasises on simplicity. No app, no confusing feature sets but pure powerful sound at your fingertips with minimal physical controls to fine tune. I love the Xbass that add just a touch of bass needed to change the entire spectrum of the music. I’m a typical metal head and I love these with my Hifiman Sundaras and my Audeze LCD 2cs, both of which are not easy to drive headphones. And the best of all is the volume knob which is a bliss to have which I really missed with the BTR5s. Overall a super tiny, light and powerful companion for your hard to drive audio gear featuring as good a sound as tbe BTR5s and even better with the addition of Xbass. And forgot to mention, Xspace is just mind blowing with QCODE podcasts.I love em. ❤️❤️
One of the best Bluetooth experiences I have had
Thank you for the awesome review & ratings, Seby Mathew!
iFi Audio - GO blu
Thank you for your awesome ratings, Utkarsh Naithani!
The Go Blu works great both as a plugged in device or connected via Bluetooth. I couldn't detect any perceptible drop off in audio quality even on bluetooth with Campfire Polaris IEMs. Good also for calls on the go - for instance, I walk around at home when listening to music with full size headphones. With the Go Blu I can take calls on those phones even though they dont have a mic. Nice convenience. Is a bit expensive on Headphone Zone at full price - the Raghav birthday price with a 5k discount seems more fair. Also misses a collar or waistband clip. Else great on audio quality, battery life etc. The rotary volume dial is a nice touch.
Hi there, we are so happy you took out time & elaborately reviewed the product with a comparison. We are sure this will help our customers to make an even better & informed decision.
iFi Audio - GO blu
I must say I am pleasantly surprised ,I liked about this product are the excellent sound quality and battery life is excellent.
Fun Listening on go blu
Hey Sarath, thank you so much for the awesome review!