iFi Audio iDSD GR2 Ultra High-Res Portable DAC / Headphone Amp

iDSD GR2 Ultra-High-Resolution Portable DAC / Headphone Amplifier, by iFi Audio.

Successor to the legendary xDSD Gryphon, the iDSD GR2 is a generational leap forward, with a host of innovative features for the on-the-go audiophile. The result is the most versatile true-portable DAC that iFi Audio have ever made.

The iDSD GR2 continues the story of one of the most celebrated portable designs - the xDSD Gryphon. Rebuilt from the ground up, it introduces a new DAC chipset and refined architecture, unlocking greater potential for sound quality than ever before. A new capacitive touchscreen interface and Nexis compatibility bring every setting directly to your fingertips, with no barriers between you and control.

From high-resolution digital inputs to advanced analogue connectivity and lossless Bluetooth, the GR2 brings every element together in one uncompromising design. It is iFi Audio's most versatile true-portable yet.

At its heart lies a premium Burr-Brown current-output DAC, introducing true 32-bit resolution that preserves iFi's signature warm analogue character while expanding dynamic range.

Wrapped in a sleek chassis with a vivid colour OLED touchscreen, this powerhouse effortlessly bridges the gap between desktop performance and on-the-go convenience.

This current-output architecture allows for a bespoke, fully balanced analogue output stage built from the ground up. Utilizing custom Class A op-amps for a natural tonal signature, the GR2 unleashes an astonishing 1,513 mW of RMS power - a 50% increase in headphone drive over its predecessor.

Paired with an upgraded MOSFET-driven iEMatch circuit, it easily commands demanding planar headphones while remaining dead-silent with sensitive in-ear monitors.

Beyond raw power, the GR2 uses next-generation connectivity and processing to restore the emotional depth of your music. It features JVCKENWOOD’s K2HD Technology to reconstruct lost high-frequency details, alongside a selectable 'K2' mode for enhancement without upsampling.

Complete with Bluetooth 5.4 (aptX Lossless), a battery-preserving hybrid power mode, and Nexis app control, it stands as an incredibly adaptable portable audio command centre.

Features

• Premium Burr-Brown DAC for 32-bit warm analogue sound
• Colour OLED display with responsive capacitive touchscreen
• Balanced Class A amplification delivering 1,513mW RMS power
• Upgraded MOSFET iEMatch for a hiss-free IEM background
• JVCKENWOOD K2 and K2HD tech to restore harmonic depth
• Bluetooth 5.4 with bit-perfect aptX Lossless and LDAC
• Hybrid power management and Nexis app customization

Specifications

• Hi-Res Support: PCM 768 kHz / DSD512
• DAC Chipset: Burr-Brown PCM1795
• Digital Inputs: USB-C, Bluetooth 5.4, S/PDIF
• Analogue Inputs: Balanced 4.4 mm, Single-Ended 3.5 mm
• Headphone Outputs: Balanced 4.4 mm, S-Balanced 3.5 mm
• Max Output Power: 1,513 mW @ 32 Ω (Balanced)
• SNR & DNR: 115 dBA (all outputs)
• Battery Life: 4,900 mAh / approximately 7 hours
• Dimensions & Weight: 141 x 75 x 19 mm / 268 g

Included

• iFi iDSD GR2
• Type A to Type C Cable
• Type C to Type C Cable
• Microfibre protective bag
• User Manual

More Information

• iDSD GR2, by iFi Audio