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Jul 13, 2023 3:59 PM

iFi micro iDSD Signature Finale Portable Headphone Amp & DAC

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Adorama has iFi micro iDSD Signature Finale Portable Headphone Amp & DAC (0303020) for $449. Shipping is free.

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Includes:
  • iFi AUDIO micro iDSD Signature Finale Portable Headphone Amp and DAC
  • TOSLINK Mini-Plug to TOSLINK Adapter
Features:
  • Cutting-edge 16-Core XMOS technology for flawless MQA decoding
  • Enhanced volume knob for precise control, minimizing imbalances
  • Upgraded ELNA Audio capacitor for superior performance
  • Striking FINALE titanium grey chassis design
  • Versatile audio options tailored to personal preferences
  • Industry-leading Burr-Brown MultiBit DAC chips
  • Compatible with Hi-Res Audio for a premium listening experience
  • 3D+ Holographic feature for immersive soundstage

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  • About this deal:
    • iFi AUDIO 2 Year Limited Warranty
    • Please read the Forum Thread for more deal discussion.

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Adorama has iFi micro iDSD Signature Finale Portable Headphone Amp & DAC (0303020) for $449. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for finding this deal.

Includes:
  • iFi AUDIO micro iDSD Signature Finale Portable Headphone Amp and DAC
  • TOSLINK Mini-Plug to TOSLINK Adapter
Features:
  • Cutting-edge 16-Core XMOS technology for flawless MQA decoding
  • Enhanced volume knob for precise control, minimizing imbalances
  • Upgraded ELNA Audio capacitor for superior performance
  • Striking FINALE titanium grey chassis design
  • Versatile audio options tailored to personal preferences
  • Industry-leading Burr-Brown MultiBit DAC chips
  • Compatible with Hi-Res Audio for a premium listening experience
  • 3D+ Holographic feature for immersive soundstage

Editor's Notes

Written by SlickDealio
  • About this deal:
    • iFi AUDIO 2 Year Limited Warranty
    • Please read the Forum Thread for more deal discussion.

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Written by iconian | Staff

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Jul 13, 2023 5:55 PM
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d3a1zJul 13, 2023 5:55 PM
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Glad to see they are ending this product in a cool way. Amazing device back in the day and still pretty competitive even today. I have tried a majority of the lower end (not $2k) iFi products and have never been disappointed.
Jul 13, 2023 6:01 PM
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mtsaverJul 13, 2023 6:01 PM
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I have been looking to get a compact and easily transportable desktop DAC/amp combo unit that performs well.
How does it stack up against the Topping ex5 or the Grace m900? I have seen people compalin that it does not have... Bluetooth, potential channel imbalance at low volumes, and audible popping noise during power on/off. Does this popping noise have any negative impact on headphones? Additionally, I've noticed some users mentioning that it can become slightly warm when used in a desktop setup. Does charging and using it simultaneously have any long-term effects on the battery life?
Jul 13, 2023 6:07 PM
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d3a1zJul 13, 2023 6:07 PM
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Quote from mtsaver View quoted comment :
I have been looking to get a compact and easily transportable desktop DAC/amp combo unit that performs well.
How does it stack up against the Topping ex5 or the Grace m900? I have seen people compalin that it does not have... Bluetooth, potential channel imbalance at low volumes, and audible popping noise during power on/off. Does this popping noise have any negative impact on headphones? Additionally, I've noticed some users mentioning that it can become slightly warm when used in a desktop setup. Does charging and using it simultaneously have any long-term effects on the battery life?
I can't answer the two comparison questions. I can say iFi stuff is generally neutral with a slightly warm tilt. Works well with rough recordings without removing all the detail. OK for the rest... no Bluetooth, my old one didn't have channel imbalance but any real pot can, there was a tiny pop but not nearly enough to hurt headphones. It does have multiple gains so you can easily get out the imbalance range. It does get a bit hot when running, but you can also run this purely on USB and battery which is cool. That is also how they get the 4 watts of output. This is meant for a high end laptop setup. If you are stationary there are probably better options.
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Jul 13, 2023 6:16 PM
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Quote from mtsaver View quoted comment :
I have been looking to get a compact and easily transportable desktop DAC/amp combo unit that performs well.
How does it stack up against the Topping ex5 or the Grace m900? I have seen people compalin that it does not have... Bluetooth, potential channel imbalance at low volumes, and audible popping noise during power on/off. Does this popping noise have any negative impact on headphones? Additionally, I've noticed some users mentioning that it can become slightly warm when used in a desktop setup. Does charging and using it simultaneously have any long-term effects on the battery life?

I never had channel imbalance, but not having BT id not the issue for me,,, because bt to me is not audiophile... but conviniencephile Smilie


warm, likely yes, because it has battery, so you are constantly charging it. it can def function as a desktop unit, but imo, prob best to be used on balance and a 2year warranty really helps with that, imo
Jul 13, 2023 9:24 PM
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Schlomo87Jul 13, 2023 9:24 PM
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I was looking at the Ifi hip dac 2 to use with sennheiser hd 600. Is this way better than that? Probably quite a bit more than I wanted to spend on something like this but it does seem like a pretty slick deal.
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Jul 13, 2023 9:34 PM
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iconianJul 13, 2023 9:34 PM
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Quote from Schlomo87 View quoted comment :
I was looking at the Ifi hip dac 2 to use with sennheiser hd 600. Is this way better than that? Probably quite a bit more than I wanted to spend on something like this but it does seem like a pretty slick deal.

this was their flagship for a long time, until they introduced diablo model.. so this is still their 2nd highest end portable product, so yes, imo better and much more versatile
Jul 13, 2023 10:11 PM
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Schlomo87Jul 13, 2023 10:11 PM
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Versatile how like being able to power external passive speakers ? Or just more settings with headphones ?

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Quote from Schlomo87 View quoted comment :
Versatile how like being able to power external passive speakers ? Or just more settings with headphones ?

many settings with headphones + i think 8+ hrs on battery .. it an power really hard to drive headphones with ease
Jul 13, 2023 11:22 PM
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bogus1Jul 13, 2023 11:22 PM
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For a couple of years, I ran into QC issues with iFi. Units were replaced but I spent a few months (combined) waiting for the resolutions. Was I an outlier or did they improve?

The cost and the warranty make it so I'm considering coming back to iFi. Nice deal!

Jul 14, 2023 3:27 AM
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texstJul 14, 2023 3:27 AM
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Will this damage my hearing?
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Jul 14, 2023 4:42 AM
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amaxJul 14, 2023 4:42 AM
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Always hilarious seeing SD visitors pretend that they need this, or can hear the difference. Suckas!
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Jul 14, 2023 5:30 AM
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Noobzilla771Jul 14, 2023 5:30 AM
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Quote from amax View quoted comment :
Always hilarious seeing SD visitors pretend that they need this, or can hear the difference. Suckas!
I'm sorry you have bad ears =(
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Jul 14, 2023 7:03 AM
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shintaxJul 14, 2023 7:03 AM
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Quote from amax View quoted comment :
Always hilarious seeing SD visitors pretend that they need this, or can hear the difference. Suckas!
If you're in the all DACs and amps sound the same camp then I am sorry to say that you are missing out.
Jul 14, 2023 7:08 AM
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namlookJul 14, 2023 7:08 AM
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Quote from amax View quoted comment :
Always hilarious seeing SD visitors pretend that they need this, or can hear the difference. Suckas!
Have you ever had a comprehensive hearing test? I'd bet you can't hear some frequencies.
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Jul 14, 2023 9:07 AM
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scotts9612Jul 14, 2023 9:07 AM
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This is a great deal I got it a few years ago cuz I couldn't hear one of the birds chirping in a song that I like to hear just really pulled out the extra sound

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