High-fidelity audio components company iFi Audio, has introduced the GO link Max portable headphone amplifier. The GO link Max features improvements in output power to drive larger headphones, a balanced Dual DAC with a 4.4mm balanced headphone output, purer audio with minimized distortion, and a more engaging and wider dynamic range.
The ultra-portable GO link Max DAC is designed to make music sound clearer, richer, and more immersive than ever before and generates a huge audio upgrade compared to its predecessor by delivering 241mW of output power, that’s nearly five times more than a MacBook Pro and with the extended power, large driver headphones that would not be ideal for a portable DAC can now be driven with ease.
The GO link Max uses advanced balanced circuitry with a Dual ES9219 DAC that physically and audibly separates the left and right channels, with separation measuring >118dB. The GO link Max is also built with a 4.4mm balanced headphone output to help listeners unlock the benefits of ultra-clear, precise balanced sound. With balanced audio, there is less unwanted noise or interference disrupting the signal, leaving a sound free from distortion.
iFi has also fine-tuned and enhanced the Dynamic Range Enhancement (DRE) to boost the range between the loudest and quietest moments, designed to make music more engaging. And by using ‘Quad DAC+’ and Jitter Elimination technology, the GO link Max is also able to deliver ultra-low distortion and improved clarity. This advanced system reduces digital noise to ensure ultra-clear sound and detail.
Key Features:
Up to 241mW of power for louder, clearer sound: Delivers up to 241mW of output power – nearly five times that of a standard MacBook Pro. This extra power ensures your music plays louder and clearer, even with high-end, power-hungry headphones.
Balanced circuitry for reduced noise and better audio separation: Features 4.4 balanced connection to unlock balanced sound. Designed with balanced audio circuitry, this device significantly reduces noise and interference. It provides better separation between the left and right channels, giving you a more immersive listening experience with precise instrument and vocal positioning.
THD Compensation for purer, less distorted sound: Advanced THD Compensation technology minimizes total harmonic distortion, giving you cleaner, purer audio. This means fewer unwanted distortions and a more accurate representation of your music.
Dual DAC setup with jitter elimination for precise, clear audio: With its dual ES9219 DACs and Time Domain Jitter Elimination, it ensures incredibly precise audio conversion. This setup reduces timing errors, delivering ultra-clear sound with incredible detail.
Dynamic Range Enhancement for more exciting music: Boosting the dynamic range by an additional +6dB, making the loudest moments louder and the quietest moments clearer, giving your music more depth, excitement, and emotional impact.
Supports hi-res audio formats like PCM 384kHz and DSD 256: For those who appreciate high-fidelity sound, it supports hi-res audio formats like PCM 384kHz and DSD256. This ensures your music is delivered with the highest possible quality, revealing every nuance of your favorite tracks.
The iFi GO link Max is available to purchase for $79 USD/ $119 CAD and is exclusively distributed in Canada by Erikson Consumer.