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iFi Audio GOld Bar Premium USB DAC, 10th Anniversary Limited Edition

The iFi Audio GOld Bar USB DAC celebrates iFi's 10th anniversary with a luxurious gold-plated finish and a sturdy copper chassis. This not only gives the device an elegant look but also enhances its build quality and shielding, weighing 64g - 40g more than the original. With advanced components like the 16-core XMOS microcontroller and Cirrus Logic DAC chipset, it supports ultra-res PCM up to 32-bit/384kHz, native DSD256, and full MQA decoding for pristine sound quality.

Whether commuting, working remotely, or travelling abroad, the GO Bar delivers clear sound. It also offers versatile connectivity with a USB-C input and dual headphone outputs (4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm S-balanced). Additional features like the XBass+ and XSpace analogue processing modes allow you to find an audio experience to suit your preference. The included leather travel case and various cables make it the perfect portable solution for all your listening needs.

Key Features

Only 1,000 units produced
Premium portable USB DAC and headphone amp
Features 32-bit/384kHz PCM, native DSD, and full MQA decoding
Includes XBass+ and XSpace analogue processing modes for enhanced audio
Offers both 4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm S-balanced headphone outputs

What's in the box?

iFi Audio GOld bar
Leather travel Case
Instruction card
Lightning to USB-C Cable
USB-C to USB-A Adapter
USB-C OTG Cable
Quick Start Guide

Specifications:

Input: USB-C
Formats PCM: 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192/35
Formats DSD: 2.8/384kHz 2.8/3.1/5.6/6.1/11.3/12.3MHz
Formats DXD: 352.8/384kHz
Formats MQA: Full Decoder
DAC: Bit-Perfect DSD & DXD DAC by Cirrus Logic
Headphone Output: BAL 4.4mm/UnBAL 3.5mm
Power Output Balanced: 475mW@32Ω; 7.2V@600Ω
Power Output UnBAL: 300mW@32Ω; 3.8V@600Ω
Output Impedance: <1Ω (BAL/UnBAL)*
SNR: 132dBA / 108dBA (BAL/UnBAL)
DNR: 109dB(A) / 108dB(A) (BAL/UnBAL
THD + N Balanced: <0.002 (6.5mW/2.0V @ 600Ω)
THD + N UnBAL: <0.09 (100mW/1.27V @ 16Ω)
Frequency Response: 20Hz - 45kHz (-3dB)
Power Consumption: <4W max.
Dimensions: 65 x 22 x 13.2 mm (2.6" x 0.9" x 0.5”)
Weight: 64g
Product code: P003381

Specifications

Product Type

DAC

Brand

iFi Audio

Condition

New

Product Code

IFI-GOLD

Description

iFi Audio GOld Bar Premium USB DAC, 10th Anniversary Limited Edition

The iFi Audio GOld Bar USB DAC celebrates iFi's 10th anniversary with a luxurious gold-plated finish and a sturdy copper chassis. This not only gives the device an elegant look but also enhances its build quality and shielding, weighing 64g - 40g more than the original. With advanced components like the 16-core XMOS microcontroller and Cirrus Logic DAC chipset, it supports ultra-res PCM up to 32-bit/384kHz, native DSD256, and full MQA decoding for pristine sound quality.

Whether commuting, working remotely, or travelling abroad, the GO Bar delivers clear sound. It also offers versatile connectivity with a USB-C input and dual headphone outputs (4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm S-balanced). Additional features like the XBass+ and XSpace analogue processing modes allow you to find an audio experience to suit your preference. The included leather travel case and various cables make it the perfect portable solution for all your listening needs.

Key Features

Only 1,000 units produced
Premium portable USB DAC and headphone amp
Features 32-bit/384kHz PCM, native DSD, and full MQA decoding
Includes XBass+ and XSpace analogue processing modes for enhanced audio
Offers both 4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm S-balanced headphone outputs

What's in the box?

iFi Audio GOld bar
Leather travel Case
Instruction card
Lightning to USB-C Cable
USB-C to USB-A Adapter
USB-C OTG Cable
Quick Start Guide

Specifications:

Input: USB-C
Formats PCM: 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192/35
Formats DSD: 2.8/384kHz 2.8/3.1/5.6/6.1/11.3/12.3MHz
Formats DXD: 352.8/384kHz
Formats MQA: Full Decoder
DAC: Bit-Perfect DSD & DXD DAC by Cirrus Logic
Headphone Output: BAL 4.4mm/UnBAL 3.5mm
Power Output Balanced: 475mW@32Ω; 7.2V@600Ω
Power Output UnBAL: 300mW@32Ω; 3.8V@600Ω
Output Impedance: <1Ω (BAL/UnBAL)*
SNR: 132dBA / 108dBA (BAL/UnBAL)
DNR: 109dB(A) / 108dB(A) (BAL/UnBAL
THD + N Balanced: <0.002 (6.5mW/2.0V @ 600Ω)
THD + N UnBAL: <0.09 (100mW/1.27V @ 16Ω)
Frequency Response: 20Hz - 45kHz (-3dB)
Power Consumption: <4W max.
Dimensions: 65 x 22 x 13.2 mm (2.6" x 0.9" x 0.5”)
Weight: 64g
Product code: P003381

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Since launching in 2012, your love of music is why we continue to pour our heart and soul into creating audio devices that make a difference to how you live your life.

It's why we oversee the design, development and manufacture of more than 50 products from our headquarters in Southport, UK.

It's why we source parts from across the globe including Germany, USA and Japan.

And it's why we set up our distribution centre in the USA who serve industry leading retailers such as B&H and etailz and work hard on increasing our global network.

You are the reason.
You deserve the highest quality audio, wherever you are.
iFi delivers it.

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The materials used in many of our products improve sound performance by removing echo and irritating jitter.

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iFi Audio GOld Bar Premium USB DAC, 10th Anniversary Limited Edition

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Brand: iFi Audio
Price: 429.00 GBP
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