iFi Audio hip-dac 3 - Exclusive Black Edition

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*Not exclusive to only these product types. Product value, weight, and fragility can influence the courier service used.

	Standard Items* DPD	Medium Sized Items* FEDEX or DPD Freight	Large or Heavy Items* BJS (2-man delivery)	Pallet Sized Items* PALLETFORE
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*See below most common product types for each delivery service, this is not exclusive to only these product types. Product value, weight, and fragility can influence the courier service used.

DPD: Usually Bookshelf Speakers
FEDEX: Usually TVs under 60" or £1000, and most floorstanding speakers
BJS: Usually TVs over 60" or £1000, and heavy separates over 35kg
PALLETFORCE: Usually large/high-end floorstanding speakers or subs

The iFi hip-dac 3 Black is a sleek, limited-edition portable DAC and headphone amplifier that delivers true high-fidelity sound on the go. Compact and lightweight, it packs powerful performance with a Burr-Brown True Native chipset, balanced circuitry, and up to ten times the output of a smartphone. Supporting PCM, DSD, and MQA playback, it offers refined sound with rich detail and depth. With dual USB-C ports, long battery life, and a stylish Obsidian Black finish, it’s built for modern, mobile audiophiles.

hip-dac 3

Introducing the hip-dac 3 Black, a limited-edition DAC/Amp shaped like a hip flask and cloaked in sophisticated Obsidian Black. Crafted for audio devotees aged 20 and up, this portable powerhouse delivers the upgrade you crave: extended battery life, richer feature set, and jaw-dropping output. Whether you’re a daily commuter, frequent traveler, or tech enthusiast, the hip-dac 3 Black slips into your everyday carry with ease and exudes confidence every time you press play.

At just 102 × 70 × 14 mm and weighing only 135 g, this hip flask–sized amplifier packs more punch than your laptop or smartphone—up to ten times more, in fact. Dual USB-C ports separate charging and audio so you can power up and stream hi-res files simultaneously. With support for PCM up to 384 kHz, DSD up to 256, and full MQA decoding, plus a robust 2,200 mAh battery delivering up to 12 hours of playtime, you’ll never miss a beat no matter where life takes you.

Inside, the hip-dac 3 Black is fully future-proofed. A Burr-Brown True Native DSD/PCM chipset and fully balanced circuitry ensure pristine sound, while updated GMT clocking and new metal-film capacitors slash phase noise and expand frequency response. Toggle PowerMatch for a perfect gain match, engage iEMatch for ultra-sensitive earbuds, and experience tighter bass with XBass. With both 4.4 mm balanced and 3.5 mm S-Balanced outputs, distortion and crosstalk are minimized, so every detail emerges from the darkness.

Discover Details in the Darkness.

Design & Build
The hip-dac 3 Black’s CNC-machined aluminum shell wears a stealthy Obsidian Black finish that resists scratches and fingerprints. Subtle chamfered edges add visual flair while reinforcing structural strength. This hip-flask silhouette blends minimalist style with rock-solid durability for daily use.

Compact Powerhouse
Measuring just 102 × 70 × 14 mm and weighing 135 g, it slips into your pocket or bag alongside keys and wallet. Don’t be fooled by its size—it delivers up to ten times the headphone power of most smartphones or laptops. Perfect for commuters and travellers who demand big performance in a small package.

Precision Sound
At its heart sits a Burr-Brown True Native DSD/PCM chipset and fully balanced circuitry that slashes noise and crosstalk. Updated GMT clocking with a precision crystal oscillator reduces jitter, while new metal-film capacitors extend frequency response. The result is a noise floor so low that even the subtlest harmonics and microdetails come alive.

Universal Playback
Stream or file-play PCM up to 384 kHz, native DSD256, and enjoy real-time MQA decoding for studio-quality masters. Two USB-C ports separate audio input and charging, so you can feed high-res signals and top up the 2,200 mAh battery simultaneously. No adapters, no interruptions—just seamless high-resolution listening.

Adaptive Gain & Bass Power
Match boosts gain by up to 10 dB for high-impedance headphones, while iEMatch tames hiss on ultra-sensitive IEMs. Engage the purely analogue XBass circuit to restore low-end warmth without muddying mids. Dual outputs (4.4 mm balanced and 3.5 mm S-Balanced) minimize distortion and crosstalk for any headphone.

All-Day Performance
A 2,200 mAh internal battery delivers up to 12 hours of continuous playback, with smart power management extending idle runtime. Rapid USB-C charging gets you back in action without downtime. Future-proof components ensure this DAC/Amp remains a high-fidelity companion for years to come.

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Input	USB-C
Supported formats	PCM up to 384 kHz, native DSD256, full MQA decoding
DAC chipset	Burr-Brown True Native DSD & DXD
Circuitry	Fully balanced design
Headphone outputs	4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm S-Balanced
Output power (RMS)	400 mW @ 32 Ω / 6.3 V @ 600 Ω (4.4 mm); 280 mW @ 32 Ω / 3.2 V @ 600 Ω (3.5 mm)
Output impedance	≤ 1 Ω (balanced/S-Bal); ≤ 4.5 Ω with iEMatch engaged
Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)	< 109 dB(A) balanced; < 103 dB(A) S-Balanced @ 0 dBFS
Dynamic range (DNR)	< 109 dB(A) balanced; < 103 dB(A) S-Balanced
THD + N	< 0.006% (360 mW/2.0 V @ 600 Ω balanced); < 0.01% (100 mW/1.27 V @ 16 Ω S-Balanced)
Frequency response	20 Hz – 45 kHz (–3 dB)
Power consumption	< 2W idle; < 4W max
Battery	2,200 mAh lithium-polymer, up to 12 hours playtime
Charging	USB-C BC V1.2 compliant, up to 1,000 mA
Dimensions	102mm x 70mm x 14mm
Weight	135g

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