iFi Audio iDSD Phantom - Flagship Reference-Class Streaming DAC, Pre-Amp & Headphone Amplifier

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£4,499.00 inc. VAT(£3,749.17 ex. VAT)

Combines a reference-class DAC, high-res streamer, and powerful headphone amp
Switch between solid-state and tube modes to customize your sound
Upsamples audio to DSD2048 and uses K2HD to restore studio-level detail
Delivers a massive 7,747mW of power for the most demanding headphones
Streams natively from Qobuz, Tidal, Spotify, Roon, and AirPlay
Features analogue XBass and XSpace to tune bass and soundstage
Uses isolated digital inputs to block electrical noise for a cleaner signal

Manufacturer warranty: 12 months

iFi Audio iDSD Phantom

The iDSD PHANTOM is iFi’s flagship trinity, uniting a reference DAC, ultra-res streamer, and monumental headphone amp into one elegant device. Designed for total immersion, it replaces complex multi-box stacks with a single, high-performance solution that allows the hardware to disappear. It is the ultimate tool for those who want to 'vanish into the music' and bring professional studio realism directly to their home setup.
This masterwork provides unprecedented control over your sonic signature. It features a world-first DSD2048 remastering engine and JVCKENWOOD’s K2HD Technology to restore the organic richness of original master recordings. Users can switch in real-time between three distinct circuitry stages—Solid-State for precision, Tube for liquid smoothness, or Tube+ for added harmonic body - while analogue XBass Pro and XSpace Pro processing provide the final tailoring to your sonic canvas.
Under the hood, an interleaved quad-stack of Burr-Brown DACs delivers breathtaking detail, supported by a massive 7,747mW of power to drive the world’s most demanding headphones. With native support for Qobuz, Tidal, and Spotify Connect, the PHANTOM ensures an effortless flow from any digital source. This is iFi’s most accomplished listening experience, engineered to deliver prodigious power and refined fidelity for the discerning audiophile.

Three Sonic Voices
Select your signature sound with user-switchable circuitry stages. Choose Solid-State for lightning-fast J-FET precision and zero distortion, or engage the hand-matched GE5670 valves for the liquid smoothness of Tube mode. For those seeking even more character, Tube+ reduces loop-gain to enhance natural harmonics, adding significant body and presence to your music.

Studio-Grade Remastering
The PHANTOM features a professional Crysopeia FPGA engine, bringing world-first DSD2048 upconversion to your home. This technology deepens resolution and minimizes distortion, reaching a level of fidelity previously reserved for elite mastering suites. Combined with JVCKENWOOD’s K2HD Technology, it restores the high-frequency harmonics often lost in digital conversion, returning the 'soul' to your recordings.

Prodigious Power Output
Engineered to unlock the full dynamic range of any headphone, the PHANTOM delivers a monumental 7,747mW of power. This massive output allows it to drive even the most notoriously demanding planar magnetic headphones with ease. The discrete, pure Class A amplification ensures that this power is delivered with effortless authority, resulting in a sound that is both more dynamic and incredibly stable.

Effortless High-Res Streaming
Built on a new, ultra-resolution OS, the streaming engine supports PCM 768kHz and DSD512 across your network. It marks the world premiere of Qobuz Connect, alongside native support for Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect, Roon, and AirPlay 2. Whether you are using Ethernet or Wi-Fi, the PHANTOM ensures your music flows seamlessly with bit-perfect integrity from virtually any source.

Advanced Analogue Processing
Fine-tune your listening environment without digital interference using XBass Pro and XSpace Pro. XBass Pro offers a variable shelving EQ (10Hz, 20Hz, or 40Hz) to fill in the low-end of open-back headphones without clouding the midrange. Meanwhile, XSpace Pro uses advanced crossfeed technology to simulate the expansive soundstage of high-end speakers, taking the music out of your head.

Reference-Class Engineering
At its core, the PHANTOM utilizes four Burr-Brown DACs in an interleaved configuration for exceptional linearity and detail. To preserve signal purity, the Ethernet, S/PDIF, and AES/EBU inputs are galvanically isolated, physically separating the source from the DAC to eliminate electrical noise. This meticulous attention to detail, including internal RF shielding, ensures a dead-silent background for your music.
Features
Combines a reference-class DAC, high-res streamer, and powerful headphone amp
Switch between solid-state and tube modes to customize your sound
Upsamples audio to DSD2048 and uses K2HD to restore studio-level detail
Delivers a massive 7,747mW of power for the most demanding headphones
Streams natively from Qobuz, Tidal, Spotify, Roon, and AirPlay
Features analogue XBass and XSpace to tune bass and soundstage
Uses isolated digital inputs to block electrical noise for a cleaner signal
Package Includes
iFi Audio iDSD PHANTOM
Aluminium Remote Control
iPower Elite power supply
Two NOS GE5670 Tubes (pre-installed)
USB and RCA cables
Optical Adapter
Quick Start Guide
Technical Specifications
Hi-Res Support: PCM 768kHz; DSD2048 (with Remastering)
Streaming Platforms: Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect, Qobuz Connect, Roon, Airplay, DLNA, UPnP
Max Power Output: 7,747mW (@32Ω)
Input Stages: Solid-State, Tube (NOS GE5670), Tube+
Digital Inputs: USB-B 3.0, USB-C, USB-A, S/PDIF (Coax/Optical), AES3 (XLR), RJ45, M12, BNC (Sync In)
Headphone Outputs: 4-pin XLR, 3-pin XLR (L/R), 4.4mm, 3.5mm S-Balanced, 6.3mm (Positive/Inverted Phase)
Line Outputs: Balanced XLR (Pro/Hi-Fi selectable) and RCA
Analogue Processing: XBass Pro (10/20/40Hz), XSpace Pro, K2HD Technology
Dimensions: 256 x 185 x 120mm
Net Weight: 3.6kg (7.93 lbs)
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