This one is just for those eager audiophiles out there who are facing budgetary cuts in the new year. iFi Audio’s GO link is a versatile, portable USB DAC and Amp that allows you to appreciate Hi-Fidelity music.
In-ear monitors and earphones can now operate to their full extent thanks to this new gadget. It's a technique to improve the audio of any gadget with a USB output. Plug in IEMs or earbuds and connect them to a PC, Mac, iPad, or smartphone. All music formats, including MP3, DSD256, PCM384, and DXD384, can be played back at Hi-Res True Native quality using the device.
The ESS Technology ES9219MQ DAC lies at the heart of the iFi Go Link. The brand claims that the DAC can process DSD files and MQA files at 11.2 MHz as well as 32-bit audio at 384 kHz (DSD256). As a result, the iFi Go Link ought to work with Tidal and other high-quality audio streaming services. It's important to note that the iFi Go Link's volume is controlled by connected device volume settings rather than by software-based volume controls.
The GO link is made from a durable and lightweight magnesium alloy casing. The flexible cable is portable and has copper conductors that are silver-plated for enhanced signal purity. In order to make in-ear monitors with 3.5mm terminations easily compatible, the device also incorporates a gold-plated 3.5mm headphone output. The headphone amplifier on it feeds a 3.5mm gold-plated connector with an S-Balanced configuration to cut down on noise and crosstalk. It has a maximum voltage output of 2.05V into 600 ohms and a maximum power output of 70mW into 32 ohms, making it more than capable to get the job done.
The Go Link is available for just ₹4,999 via Headphone Zone, so get started on improving your listening experience as soon as possible.