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Bluetooth with
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4.4mm
Balanced Output
DAC Chip
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DESCRIPTION
ADVANCED AUDIO ARCHITECTURE WITH BURR-BROWN CHIPSET AND PUREWAVE POWER
Portable DAC/Amps tend to be compromised because they focus on either the digitalor analogue section. But not both. The iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon is engineered differently. Just like itsmythical namesake, it is two beasts in one. From the Ultra-Res digital stage using the Burr-Brown MultiBitchipset at the core, to the PureWave analogue power section pumping out 1,000mW, it offers serious outputpower. The Burr-Brown True Native chipset means file formats remain unchanged or ‘bit-perfect. This meansyou are listening to music as the artist intended. PureWave is a new, balanced, symmetrical dual-monotopology with short, direct signal paths. The name refers to the sonic purity it achieves thanks toexceptional linearity and infinitesimally low levels of noise and distortion.
FEATURING A BALANCED AUDIO CIRCUIT WITH A NEGATIVE FEEDBACK SYSTEM
The iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon utilises a superior method to the traditionalsingle-ended circuit approach to deliver pristine audio. xDSD Gryphon features a Balanced, differentialanalogue circuit to reduce noise and crosstalk within the signal path by separating the left and rightchannels, leading to less interference and clean sound. This Balanced circuit design is usually implementedin higher-end products, but iFi Audio is now using this across its product range to produce the best qualityaudio for all its users. The team at iFi Audio recognised that different parts of a circuit benefit fromspecifically optimised feedback loops and have developed a Negative Feedback System that is much moreaccurate than the usual approach. This system incorporates multiple feedback paths instead of a global loopallowing every path to be optimised for a particular function that works synergistically with the others todeliver optimal performance.
DELIVERING RAW POWER WITH DUAL OUTPUTS AND S-BALANCED TECHNOLOGY
The iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon uses PureWave amplification circuitry to drive yourconnected headphones or IEM’s. It has 1,000mW at 32 Ohms. With a whopping max 6.7v output, bring on the highimpedance headphones because the xDSD Gryphon will not break a sweat driving them. The device also featuresa 4.4mm Pentaconn connector for balanced playback along with a 3.5mm single-ended connector with S-Balancedtechnology for use with single-ended headphones. S-Balanced technology delivers maximum performance fromboth single-ended and balanced headphones. You can also use premium high-sensitivity IEMs with the 3.5mmconnector.
UTILISING THE LATEST QUALCOMM 5100 SERIES BLUETOOTH CHIP FOR HD AUDIO
The iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon uses the latest QCC 5100 series chip that offersBluetooth 5.1 connectivity. Utilising Qualcomm’s new QCC5100 Bluetooth processing IC in combination withproprietary circuits createS an audibly superior ‘Bluetooth engine’. All the current high-definitionBluetooth audio formats are supported – Qualcomm’s aptX Adaptive and aptX HD, Sony’s LDAC and HWA’s LHDC,regular aptX and aptX Low Latency, AAC (Apple iOS devices) and SBC. Of the 24-bit-capable codecs, aptXAdaptive and aptX HD support up to 48kHz, while LDAC and LHDC reach 96kHz. iFi’s ‘Bluetooth engine’ can alsobe updated over the air, allowing for future codecs to be added.
FULL MQA ENCODING & DECODING FUSED WITH BUILT-IN USB AND S/PDIF CONNECTIVITY
The iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon comes with Master Quality Authenticated (MQA) support,enabling you to hear music exactly as recorded. MQA authentication is a badge of approval and guarantees thedevice master-quality audio output. The master MQA file is fully authenticated and is small enough to streamor download. To further enhance the signal path, iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon is equipped with a USB and S/PDIFconnector that allows the xDSD Gryphon to handle all pro audio formats. All the following latest formats arecatered for but most importantly, are pushed to their zenith.
PCM(768/705.6/384/352.8/192/176.4/96/88.2/48/44.1 kHz), DSD (512/256/128/64), DXD (768/705.6/384/352.8kHz),MQA (Decoder) On S/PDIF, PCM (192/176.4/96/88.2/48/44.1 kHz) and DoP.
ENHANCED WITH ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES THAT ALLOW YOU TO PERSONALISE AUDIO
iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon features a digital platform where each section of thecircuitry is distinct. It features a QC5100 chip for Bluetooth reception, a Global Master Clock for jitter,Burr-Brown chipset for DAC conversion. The xDSD Gryphon is also equipped with XSpace, XBass II, iEMatch andCyberSync technologies to elevate your audio. With XSpace enabled, it adds back the actual sound stage ofrecordings. Bass II reinstates the missing bass from open-backed headphones. Under XBass II you can select‘Bass’ or ‘Presence’ so that the upper midrange frequencies are added back into your favourite recording.iEMatch is iFi Audio's proprietary tech that reduces the annoying hiss from high-sensitivity headphoneswithout losing any dynamic range.
COMES EQUIPPED WITH CYBERSYNC TECHNOLOGY AND THREE BESPOKE DIGITAL FILTERS
CyberSync is a software-driven volume control that operates in the analogue domain.It provides perfect volume synchronisation between the source and the DAC. It detects which operating system(OS) the DAC is connected to – iOS, Android, Windows, Mac OS or Linux – and instructs the source’s OS tobypass its software volume control. Whether the volume is adjusted using the xDSD Gryphon’s rotary controlor on the source device, CyberSync ensures the change is performed purely by the iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon’ssuperior analogue control chip, while also displaying the adjustment on the source device’s screen. Withdigital sources, users can choose between three bespoke digital filters via the on-screen menu: Bit-Perfect,Standard and GTO (Gibbs Transient Optimised), each having a fine-tuning effect on the sound.
EMBEDDED WITH A OLED SCREEN THAT FEATURES SILENTLINE TECHNOLOGY FOR LOW NOISE
iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon sports a high-quality OLED display that helps you view thechanges on your device. The OLED screen in the xDSD Gryphon features a SilentLine design. This ensures thatthere is no electrical noise to interfere with the audio signal. The way its switches between settings hasbeen engineered to ensure sonic transparency. FET-based switching is handled by a microcontroller, whichonly ‘wakes up’ when the user changes the setting, thus eradicating any sonic interference. The OLED displayand iFi’s CyberSync operating system combined, usher in a whole new world of user enjoyment – allinformation from format to battery life is there.
SPECS
| INPUTS | Wireless: Bluetooth 5.1 (aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, LDAC, HWA, AAC and SBC Codec) Wired (digital): USB-C S/PDIF co-axial Wired (analogue): Balanced 4.4mm Single-Ended 3.5mm |
| FORMATS | DSD: DSD512/256/128/64, Octa/Quad/Double/Single-Speed PCM: 768/705.6/384/352.8/192/176.4/ 96/88.2/48/44.1kHz DXD: 768/705.6/384/352.8kHz, Double/Single-Speed DXD MQA (Decoder): 384/352.8kHz Bluetooth: Up to 96kHz |
| DAC | Burr-Brown |
| BATTERY | USB-C charging. BC1.2 compliant up to 1900mA charging current |
| DIMENSIONS | 123x75x19 mm 4.8"x3.0"x0.7" |
| WEIGHT | 215 grams 0.5 Ibs |
| OUTPUTS | Balanced: 6.7V max. (variable) S-Bal (SE): 3.5V max. (variable) |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | Balanced: ≤200Ω S-Bal (SE): ≤100Ω |
| SNR | Balanced: <110dB(A) @ 0dBFS S-Bal (SE): <110dB(A) @ 0dBFS |
| THD+N | Balanced: <0.007% @ 0dBFS S-Bal (SE): <0.015% @ 0dBFS |
| OUTPUTS | Balanced: 4.4mm Pentaconn S-Bal (SE): 3.5mm SE |
| OUTPUT POWER | Balanced: >1000mW @ 32Ω >74mW @ 600Ω >6.7V max. @ 600Ω S-Bal (SE): >320mW @ 32Ω >40mW @ 300Ω >3.5V max. @ 600Ω |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | Balanced: <1Ω S-Bal (SE): <1Ω |
| SNR | Balanced: <116dB(A) @ 0dBFS S-Bal (SE): <115dB(A) @ 0dBFS |
| THD+N | <0.005% (1V @ 16Ω) |
| BOX CONTENTS | 1. iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon |
| 2. 1x USB-A to USB-C Cable | |
| 3. 1x USB-C to USB-C Cable | |
| 4. 1x Lightning to USB-C Cable | |
| 5. 1x Protective Bag | |
| 6. 1x User Manual | |
| 7. 1x Instruction Card |
| 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 on the iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon and how do I claim it?
iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon offers 1 year warranty. You can read more about warranty here.
Does it support S/PDIF coax and optical?
Yes. Gryphon supports coax via 3.5mm adapter, and Toslink optical via mini-Toslink adapter on the same physical socket.
How is it better than xDSD and xCAN?
xDSD Gryphon supports advanced features including: Ultra-Res (PCM 32/768, 24?/192, DSD512, MQA decoder 384) Advanced 96kHz Bluetooth 5.1 QCC5100 chipset, HD Bluetooth formats Purewave balanced design (from Neo and Diablo), lower noise/THD? Filters — GTO, STD, BP iEMatch Balanced 4.4mm outputs Dual/multiple headphones simultaneously Multiple input selections: Bluetooth, USB, S/PDIF (coax & optical), LineMultiple output selections: 4.4mm Pentaconn BAL, and 3.5mm S-BAL
How to prolong battery life-span?
Charge to ~70% only by turning on the device first before plugging in power.
Is it balanced?
YES!
How to reset?
With USB power unplugged, hold down the XSpace/XBass button while turning on the unit will factory reset the device.
Is the volume control analogue or digital?
Analogue so you can enjoy the best sound quality because digital volume controls cut the resolution by up to 1.5 Bits. The neat trick in the Gryphon is that it operates in the analogue but the controls are in the digital domain so you can have the best of both worlds!
What is the battery life?
Battery life of iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon is 8 hours typically.
Why is there not a turbo mode? Has it more power than the xDSD?
It has built-in ‘Turbo’ when at full volume, it can add up to +6dB gain.
ADVANCED AUDIO ARCHITECTURE WITH BURR-BROWN CHIPSET AND PUREWAVE POWER
Portable DAC/Amps tend to be compromised because they focus on either the digitalor analogue section. But not both. The iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon is engineered differently. Just like itsmythical namesake, it is two beasts in one. From the Ultra-Res digital stage using the Burr-Brown MultiBitchipset at the core, to the PureWave analogue power section pumping out 1,000mW, it offers serious outputpower. The Burr-Brown True Native chipset means file formats remain unchanged or ‘bit-perfect. This meansyou are listening to music as the artist intended. PureWave is a new, balanced, symmetrical dual-monotopology with short, direct signal paths. The name refers to the sonic purity it achieves thanks toexceptional linearity and infinitesimally low levels of noise and distortion.
FEATURING A BALANCED AUDIO CIRCUIT WITH A NEGATIVE FEEDBACK SYSTEM
The iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon utilises a superior method to the traditionalsingle-ended circuit approach to deliver pristine audio. xDSD Gryphon features a Balanced, differentialanalogue circuit to reduce noise and crosstalk within the signal path by separating the left and rightchannels, leading to less interference and clean sound. This Balanced circuit design is usually implementedin higher-end products, but iFi Audio is now using this across its product range to produce the best qualityaudio for all its users. The team at iFi Audio recognised that different parts of a circuit benefit fromspecifically optimised feedback loops and have developed a Negative Feedback System that is much moreaccurate than the usual approach. This system incorporates multiple feedback paths instead of a global loopallowing every path to be optimised for a particular function that works synergistically with the others todeliver optimal performance.
DELIVERING RAW POWER WITH DUAL OUTPUTS AND S-BALANCED TECHNOLOGY
The iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon uses PureWave amplification circuitry to drive yourconnected headphones or IEM’s. It has 1,000mW at 32 Ohms. With a whopping max 6.7v output, bring on the highimpedance headphones because the xDSD Gryphon will not break a sweat driving them. The device also featuresa 4.4mm Pentaconn connector for balanced playback along with a 3.5mm single-ended connector with S-Balancedtechnology for use with single-ended headphones. S-Balanced technology delivers maximum performance fromboth single-ended and balanced headphones. You can also use premium high-sensitivity IEMs with the 3.5mmconnector.
UTILISING THE LATEST QUALCOMM 5100 SERIES BLUETOOTH CHIP FOR HD AUDIO
The iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon uses the latest QCC 5100 series chip that offersBluetooth 5.1 connectivity. Utilising Qualcomm’s new QCC5100 Bluetooth processing IC in combination withproprietary circuits createS an audibly superior ‘Bluetooth engine’. All the current high-definitionBluetooth audio formats are supported – Qualcomm’s aptX Adaptive and aptX HD, Sony’s LDAC and HWA’s LHDC,regular aptX and aptX Low Latency, AAC (Apple iOS devices) and SBC. Of the 24-bit-capable codecs, aptXAdaptive and aptX HD support up to 48kHz, while LDAC and LHDC reach 96kHz. iFi’s ‘Bluetooth engine’ can alsobe updated over the air, allowing for future codecs to be added.
FULL MQA ENCODING & DECODING FUSED WITH BUILT-IN USB AND S/PDIF CONNECTIVITY
The iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon comes with Master Quality Authenticated (MQA) support,enabling you to hear music exactly as recorded. MQA authentication is a badge of approval and guarantees thedevice master-quality audio output. The master MQA file is fully authenticated and is small enough to streamor download. To further enhance the signal path, iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon is equipped with a USB and S/PDIFconnector that allows the xDSD Gryphon to handle all pro audio formats. All the following latest formats arecatered for but most importantly, are pushed to their zenith.
PCM(768/705.6/384/352.8/192/176.4/96/88.2/48/44.1 kHz), DSD (512/256/128/64), DXD (768/705.6/384/352.8kHz),MQA (Decoder) On S/PDIF, PCM (192/176.4/96/88.2/48/44.1 kHz) and DoP.
ENHANCED WITH ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES THAT ALLOW YOU TO PERSONALISE AUDIO
iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon features a digital platform where each section of thecircuitry is distinct. It features a QC5100 chip for Bluetooth reception, a Global Master Clock for jitter,Burr-Brown chipset for DAC conversion. The xDSD Gryphon is also equipped with XSpace, XBass II, iEMatch andCyberSync technologies to elevate your audio. With XSpace enabled, it adds back the actual sound stage ofrecordings. Bass II reinstates the missing bass from open-backed headphones. Under XBass II you can select‘Bass’ or ‘Presence’ so that the upper midrange frequencies are added back into your favourite recording.iEMatch is iFi Audio's proprietary tech that reduces the annoying hiss from high-sensitivity headphoneswithout losing any dynamic range.
COMES EQUIPPED WITH CYBERSYNC TECHNOLOGY AND THREE BESPOKE DIGITAL FILTERS
CyberSync is a software-driven volume control that operates in the analogue domain.It provides perfect volume synchronisation between the source and the DAC. It detects which operating system(OS) the DAC is connected to – iOS, Android, Windows, Mac OS or Linux – and instructs the source’s OS tobypass its software volume control. Whether the volume is adjusted using the xDSD Gryphon’s rotary controlor on the source device, CyberSync ensures the change is performed purely by the iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon’ssuperior analogue control chip, while also displaying the adjustment on the source device’s screen. Withdigital sources, users can choose between three bespoke digital filters via the on-screen menu: Bit-Perfect,Standard and GTO (Gibbs Transient Optimised), each having a fine-tuning effect on the sound.
EMBEDDED WITH A OLED SCREEN THAT FEATURES SILENTLINE TECHNOLOGY FOR LOW NOISE
iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon sports a high-quality OLED display that helps you view thechanges on your device. The OLED screen in the xDSD Gryphon features a SilentLine design. This ensures thatthere is no electrical noise to interfere with the audio signal. The way its switches between settings hasbeen engineered to ensure sonic transparency. FET-based switching is handled by a microcontroller, whichonly ‘wakes up’ when the user changes the setting, thus eradicating any sonic interference. The OLED displayand iFi’s CyberSync operating system combined, usher in a whole new world of user enjoyment – allinformation from format to battery life is there.
| INPUTS | Wireless: Bluetooth 5.1 (aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, LDAC, HWA, AAC and SBC Codec) Wired (digital): USB-C S/PDIF co-axial Wired (analogue): Balanced 4.4mm Single-Ended 3.5mm |
| FORMATS | DSD: DSD512/256/128/64, Octa/Quad/Double/Single-Speed PCM: 768/705.6/384/352.8/192/176.4/ 96/88.2/48/44.1kHz DXD: 768/705.6/384/352.8kHz, Double/Single-Speed DXD MQA (Decoder): 384/352.8kHz Bluetooth: Up to 96kHz |
| DAC | Burr-Brown |
| BATTERY | USB-C charging. BC1.2 compliant up to 1900mA charging current |
| DIMENSIONS | 123x75x19 mm 4.8"x3.0"x0.7" |
| WEIGHT | 215 grams 0.5 Ibs |
| OUTPUTS | Balanced: 6.7V max. (variable) S-Bal (SE): 3.5V max. (variable) |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | Balanced: ≤200Ω S-Bal (SE): ≤100Ω |
| SNR | Balanced: <110dB(A) @ 0dBFS S-Bal (SE): <110dB(A) @ 0dBFS |
| THD+N | Balanced: <0.007% @ 0dBFS S-Bal (SE): <0.015% @ 0dBFS |
| OUTPUTS | Balanced: 4.4mm Pentaconn S-Bal (SE): 3.5mm SE |
| OUTPUT POWER | Balanced: >1000mW @ 32Ω >74mW @ 600Ω >6.7V max. @ 600Ω S-Bal (SE): >320mW @ 32Ω >40mW @ 300Ω >3.5V max. @ 600Ω |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | Balanced: <1Ω S-Bal (SE): <1Ω |
| SNR | Balanced: <116dB(A) @ 0dBFS S-Bal (SE): <115dB(A) @ 0dBFS |
| THD+N | <0.005% (1V @ 16Ω) |
| BOX CONTENTS | 1. iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon |
| 2. 1x USB-A to USB-C Cable | |
| 3. 1x USB-C to USB-C Cable | |
| 4. 1x Lightning to USB-C Cable | |
| 5. 1x Protective Bag | |
| 6. 1x User Manual | |
| 7. 1x Instruction Card |
| 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 on the iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon and how do I claim it?
iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon offers 1 year warranty. You can read more about warranty here.
Does it support S/PDIF coax and optical?
Yes. Gryphon supports coax via 3.5mm adapter, and Toslink optical via mini-Toslink adapter on the same physical socket.
How is it better than xDSD and xCAN?
xDSD Gryphon supports advanced features including: Ultra-Res (PCM 32/768, 24?/192, DSD512, MQA decoder 384) Advanced 96kHz Bluetooth 5.1 QCC5100 chipset, HD Bluetooth formats Purewave balanced design (from Neo and Diablo), lower noise/THD? Filters — GTO, STD, BP iEMatch Balanced 4.4mm outputs Dual/multiple headphones simultaneously Multiple input selections: Bluetooth, USB, S/PDIF (coax & optical), LineMultiple output selections: 4.4mm Pentaconn BAL, and 3.5mm S-BAL
How to prolong battery life-span?
Charge to ~70% only by turning on the device first before plugging in power.
Is it balanced?
YES!
How to reset?
With USB power unplugged, hold down the XSpace/XBass button while turning on the unit will factory reset the device.
Is the volume control analogue or digital?
Analogue so you can enjoy the best sound quality because digital volume controls cut the resolution by up to 1.5 Bits. The neat trick in the Gryphon is that it operates in the analogue but the controls are in the digital domain so you can have the best of both worlds!
What is the battery life?
Battery life of iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon is 8 hours typically.
Why is there not a turbo mode? Has it more power than the xDSD?
It has built-in ‘Turbo’ when at full volume, it can add up to +6dB gain.
Burr-Brown
FPGA
FPGA
3.5mm (Single-Ended), 4.4mm (Balanced)
3.5mm (Single-Ended)
3.5mm (Single-Ended), 6.35mm (Single-Ended)
Upto 1000mW @ 32 Ohms
600mW @ 30 Ohms
740mW @ 32 Ohms
USB, Bluetooth
Coaxial, Dual-Data Coax, Optical, Micro-USB & USB-C
Bluetooth, USB, Coaxial & Optical
DSD: DSD512/256/128/64
Octa/Quad/Double/Single-Speed
PCM: 768/705.6/384/352.8/192/176.4/ 96/88.2/48/44.1kHz
DXD: 768/705.6/384/352.8kHz
Double/Single-Speed DXD
MQA (Decoder): 384/352.8kHz
Bluetooth: Up To 96kHz
768 KHz 32- Bit And DSD 256
44.1 KHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz, 717.6kHz, And 768kHz. 16 – 32 Bit Native Playback Supported. DSD64 (Single) To DSD512 (Octa-DSD)
iFi Audio XDSD Gryphon, 1x USB-A To USB-C Cable, 1x USB-C To USB-C Cable, 1x Lightning To USB-C Cable, 1x Protective Bag, 1x User Manual, 1x Instruction Card
Chord Mojo 2, Micro To USB Type-A
Chord Hugo 2, Hugo 2 User Manual, Safety Instructions, Drawstring Bag, 5V 2A Switching Micro USB Power Supply, IR Remote Control, Micro USB To Type-A USB Cable, Micro To Micro USB OTG Cable, Optical Cable, Optical To 3.5 Mm Optical Cable, 2x AAA Batteries
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iFi Audio - xDSD Gryphon comes with a 1 Year warranty
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This product is rated 4.9 of 5.0 stars.
It has received 9 reviews.
Customer Reviews
I've tried a lot of portable DAC/Amps and Gryphon is definitely one of the best AIO product under 1 Lakh. I can think of 2 other products (iDSD Signature, Dethonray Honey H1) that sound better than the Gryphon but at the cost of being less portable, less feature rich, large and at extra cost.
Build: Solid, and feels great in hand. The LEDs and display add to the already great looks and all the switches and connectors feel solid and tactile. It's also shaped in a way that it's very nice to hold with no sharp edges or odd bumps.
Sound: Deviates from the iFi house sound a bit, more neutral & smooth rather than warm & smooth like the Zen DAC, micro iDSD Signature... this could be a good or bad thing depending on your headphone and subjective preferences but in my listening, what I found was that the Gryphon paired with a wide variety of Headphones & IEMs compared to older iFi devices. On the other hand Brighter great paired well with older iFi devices.
Overall there's not much to complain, the analogue DSP works great and Bluetooth works without any drops. I've tried Pre-Amp functionality with my Active Speakers and it works without any issues and being able to use xBass in Pre-Amp is a good bonus. I've also used Gryphon as an Amp connected to Cayin RU6 with interesting results.
If I'm nit picking, Gryphon can sound a bit too smooth at times, at least with my Headphones and I would have like a bit more battery life (I get ~6 Hours). Final thing would be the price, at 53k (my purchased price) it get's close to the iDSD Signature which sounds slightly better but if you want any of the other features then I'd highly recommend Gryphon.
I upgraded to this from the iFi Zen DAC v2. It's definitely a step-up from Zen. It has all the connectivity options you would ever need. The sound is less warm than the regular iFi sound signature (zen dac, hip dac).
This might not be able to perform at the level of dedicated HiFi setups. But, for a mid-fi device, with similarly priced headphones, it's a great deal as a portable unit.
It has a better XBass boost. Build quality is solid. The OLED panel helps very much to flick through the options. I'm getting around 6-7 hours of battery life. have tried it with a separate tube amp and sound signature becomes much warmer, smoother and overall fun to hear. So, it can function as a standalone DAC fairly well. Bluetooth quality, although not at par with wired is entirely usable and makes this device a fun, portable go-anywhere and plug into anything sorta DAC.
This good that I expected
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