iFi iCAN PHANTOM 1.5

The iFi iCAN PHANTOM 1.5 is a reference-class analogue headphone amplifier designed to drive virtually every type of headphone, from sensitive IEMs and demanding planar magnetics to high-impedance and electrostatic headphones. Its True Differential Balanced architecture delivers more than 15,000mW maximum output through the balanced connection, with more than 27V available into 600Ω loads.

Two completely separate Class A input stages allow listeners to switch between discrete solid-state and NOS GE5670 tube operation, while Tube+ provides a warmer valve presentation with reduced negative feedback. Three selectable gain settings—0dB, 12dB, and 24dB—allow the amplifier to be matched to headphones with widely different sensitivities.

For electrostatic headphones, the integrated iESL energizer provides selectable bias from 500V to 640V through calibrated SD cards, plus a dedicated 230V output for compatible vintage electrostatics. XBass Pro and XSpace Pro provide additional analogue sound tailoring, while the iFi Nexis app enables remote control, system monitoring, and over-the-air updates.

Solid-State, Tube & Tube+ Modes

The PHANTOM 1.5 incorporates separate fully balanced solid-state and valve input stages. The discrete J-FET solid-state stage emphasizes speed and precision, while matched NOS GE5670 tubes provide an alternative valve presentation. Tube+ further increases the tube character by reducing loop gain and negative feedback.

Integrated Electrostatic Energizer

Built-in iESL technology allows the PHANTOM 1.5 to drive compatible electrostatic headphones without requiring a separate energizer. Custom bias settings from 500V to 640V are configured through calibrated SD cards, while a dedicated 230V output supports compatible vintage electrostatic designs.

Extreme Headphone Power

The balanced output delivers more than 15,000mW maximum at 16Ω and more than 27V into 600Ω, providing substantial current and voltage for demanding planar magnetic and high-impedance headphones.

XBass Pro & XSpace Pro

XBass Pro provides three levels of analogue low-frequency adjustment, while XSpace Pro expands the perceived soundstage. Both can be adjusted in real time to suit different headphones, recordings, and listening preferences.

Key Features

• 15,000mW Maximum Balanced Output — Provides exceptional power for demanding dynamic and planar magnetic headphones.
• Integrated Electrostatic Energizer — Drives compatible electrostatic headphones at bias voltages from 500V to 640V.
• 230V Electrostatic Output — Supports compatible vintage electrostatic headphones.
• Solid-State, Tube & Tube+ Modes — Switch between discrete J-FET and NOS GE5670 tube-based Class A input stages.
• True Differential Balanced Architecture — Fully differential circuitry from input to output helps minimize noise and crosstalk.
• Three Gain Settings — Selectable 0dB, 12dB, and 24dB gain accommodates everything from sensitive IEMs to demanding headphones.
• XBass Pro — Three-level analogue bass adjustment.
• XSpace Pro — Adjustable analogue soundstage enhancement.
• iFi Nexis Control — Provides smartphone control, tube-health information, and over-the-air updates.
• OLED Display & VU Meters — Provides clear system information with classic visual monitoring.
  

Connectivity & Compatibility

Headphone Compatibility

• IEMs
• Dynamic headphones
• Planar magnetic headphones
• High-impedance headphones
• Electrostatic headphones

Gain

• 0dB
• 12dB
• 24dB

Output Power

• Balanced — >15,000mW maximum @ 16Ω
• Balanced — >6,250mW RMS @ 16Ω
• Single-Ended — >5,760mW maximum @ 16Ω
• Single-Ended — >4,500mW RMS @ 16Ω

Output Voltage

• Balanced — >27V @ 600Ω
• Single-Ended — >14V @ 600Ω

Electrostatic Output

• Custom/Pro — 500–640V RMS
• Normal — 230V RMS