iFi iDSD PHANTOM

The iFi iDSD PHANTOM is a flagship all-in-one streaming DAC and headphone amplifier designed to serve as the digital centerpiece of a reference HiFi or headphone system. It combines ultra-resolution network streaming, a quad Burr-Brown DAC architecture, studio-grade DSD2048 Remastering, and a powerful fully balanced Class A headphone amplifier in a single chassis.

At its core, four Burr-Brown DACs work with iFi's custom Chrysopoeia FPGA engine to support PCM up to 768kHz and native DSD512, with real-time remastering up to DSD2048. JVCKENWOOD K2HD Technology provides additional harmonic restoration for compatible digital recordings.

The fully balanced Class A analogue stage lets listeners switch in real time between discrete solid-state, NOS GE5670 tube, and Tube+ modes. With up to 4,676mW RMS into 64Ω and 7,747mW peak output, the PHANTOM provides substantial power for demanding planar magnetic and high-impedance headphones.

Built-in streaming supports Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect, Spotify Connect, Roon, AirPlay, DLNA, and UPnP, while balanced XLR and RCA line outputs allow the PHANTOM to function as a reference DAC and preamplifier for power amplifiers, active speakers, and high-end HiFi systems.

Studio-Grade DSD2048 Remastering

iFi's Chrysopoeia FPGA engine can remaster incoming digital audio to DSD512, DSD1024, or DSD2048 before conversion. Four Burr-Brown DACs operate in a custom interleaved configuration, bringing iFi's highest-resolution DSD Remastering technology to a home audio component.

Solid-State, Tube & Tube+ Class A Modes

The PHANTOM provides three selectable analogue personalities. Solid-State mode uses discrete J-FET circuitry for speed and precision, Tube mode introduces hand-selected NOS GE5670 valves, and Tube+ increases second-order harmonic content for a warmer, more pronounced tube presentation. All three modes can be selected in real time.

Ultra-Resolution Network Streaming

The next-generation streaming engine supports PCM up to 768kHz and DSD512 over the network, with native support for Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect, Spotify Connect, Roon, AirPlay, DLNA, and UPnP. The iFi Nexis app provides network setup, system control, advanced settings, and over-the-air updates.

Powerful Balanced Headphone Amplification

The fully balanced Class A headphone amplifier delivers at least 4,676mW RMS into 64Ω and 564mW at 600Ω, with up to 7,747mW peak output. Multiple balanced and single-ended headphone connections accommodate a broad range of reference headphones and IEMs.

K2HD, XBass Pro & XSpace Pro

JVCKENWOOD K2HD Technology is designed to restore harmonic information lost during digital production and encoding. XBass Pro provides selectable 10Hz, 20Hz, and 40Hz analogue bass adjustment, while XSpace Pro offers 30°, 60°, and 90° spatial settings for tailoring headphone presentation.

Key Features

• DSD2048 Remastering — Custom Chrysopoeia FPGA processing provides real-time remastering up to DSD2048.
• Quad Burr-Brown DAC Architecture — Four interleaved DACs provide high-resolution digital conversion.
• PCM 768kHz & DSD512 — Supports ultra-high-resolution native digital playback.
• 4,676mW RMS Class A Amplification — Provides substantial balanced headphone power, with up to 7,747mW peak output.
• Solid-State, Tube & Tube+ Modes — Switch between discrete J-FET and NOS GE5670 valve-based Class A circuitry.
• Ultra-Resolution Streaming — Supports Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect, Spotify Connect, Roon, AirPlay, DLNA, and UPnP.
• K2HD Technology — Restores harmonic information lost during digital production and encoding.
• XBass Pro — Provides selectable 10Hz, 20Hz, and 40Hz analogue bass contouring.
• XSpace Pro — Provides selectable 30°, 60°, and 90° spatial enhancement.
• Reference System Integration — Balanced XLR and RCA line outputs allow use with power amplifiers, active speakers, and other high-end audio components.
  

Connectivity & Compatibility

Digital Inputs

• USB-B 3.0
• 2 × USB-A Host
• USB-C Host
• S/PDIF Coaxial
• AES3 XLR
• RJ45 Ethernet
• M12 Ethernet
• Optical SC network connection
• BNC Sync Input
  

Headphone Outputs

• 4.4mm Balanced
• 4-Pin XLR
• 3-Pin XLR Left/Right
• 6.3mm Positive Phase
• 6.3mm Inverted Phase
• 3.5mm S-Balanced
  

Line Outputs

• Balanced XLR
• RCA Single-Ended
  

Supported Audio

• PCM up to 768kHz
• Native DSD up to DSD512
• DSD Remastering up to DSD2048
  

Streaming

• Qobuz Connect
• TIDAL Connect
• Spotify Connect
• Roon
• AirPlay
• DLNA
• UPnP