{"product_id":"ifi-idsd-valkyrie","title":"iFi iDSD Valkyrie","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe iFi iDSD Valkyrie is a flagship transportable DAC, headphone amplifier, and preamplifier designed for listeners who want high-end digital processing, powerful headphone amplification, and extensive system flexibility in a battery-powered component. It combines a quad Burr-Brown DAC architecture, FPGA-based DSD remastering, lossless Bluetooth, analogue sound adjustment, and up to 5,700mW of maximum peak headphone output.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of the Valkyrie is iFi's Crysopeia FPGA engine, which provides DSD512 and DSD1024 remastering alongside eight selectable digital processing modes. These include Bit Perfect, Standard, Minimum, GTO, Apodising, Transient Aligned, K2, and K2HD, allowing listeners to choose between direct playback and different approaches to digital processing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe conversion stage uses four Burr-Brown DACs in a hybrid multi-bit configuration, with the analogue circuitry located on a separate board from the digital section. iFi developed the Valkyrie's K2HD implementation with JVCKENWOOD, providing an additional processing option designed to restore harmonic information and extend high-frequency content in digital recordings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeadphone amplification is equally substantial. The 4.4mm balanced output delivers up to 5,700mW at 32 ohms using iFi's maximum peak measurement, while Normal, Turbo, and Nitro power modes provide different output levels for different headphone requirements. iEMatch helps accommodate sensitive IEMs, while dedicated xMEMS support extends compatibility to headphones using xMEMS driver technology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor additional sound adjustment, XBass II provides low-frequency reinforcement, XPresence adjusts midrange presence, and XSpace modifies spatial presentation. These operate alongside the Valkyrie's digital processing options, giving listeners extensive control over how the system is configured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/6139\/9068\/files\/valkyrie-lifestyle-31_1.webp?v=1787037715\" alt=\"iFi iDSD Valkyrie Portable DAC Headphone Amplifier\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBluetooth connectivity includes aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, LDAC, LHDC\/HWA, aptX, AAC, and SBC, while wired connectivity includes USB-C, optical\/coaxial S\/PDIF, and balanced and single-ended analogue inputs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Valkyrie can also function as a preamplifier through its balanced 4.4mm, 3.5mm, and RCA line outputs, making it suitable for integration with powered speakers, power amplifiers, and other downstream components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour 5,000mAh batteries provide a combined 20,000mAh capacity and up to 18 hours of playback depending on operating conditions. The included iPowerX power supply also allows the Valkyrie to operate from external power as part of a desktop system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuad Burr-Brown DAC Architecture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Valkyrie uses four Burr-Brown DACs in a hybrid multi-bit configuration. Its analogue circuitry is placed on a dedicated board separate from the digital section, an arrangement designed to help minimize interference between the two stages.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/6139\/9068\/files\/valkyrie-lifestyle-34-2_1.webp?v=1787037715\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDSD1024 Remastering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eiFi's Crysopeia FPGA engine can remaster digital content to DSD512 or DSD1024, while native playback supports DSD512 and PCM up to 768kHz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDSD remastering is an optional processing mode rather than a requirement, allowing listeners to choose between remastered playback and more direct processing options such as Bit Perfect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eK2HD \u0026amp; Digital Filter Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEight processing modes are available: Bit Perfect, Standard, Minimum, GTO, Apodising, Transient Aligned, K2, and K2HD.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eK2HD, developed by JVCKENWOOD and implemented in collaboration with iFi, is designed to restore harmonic information and extend high-frequency content in digital recordings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowerful Headphone Amplification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 4.4mm balanced headphone output provides up to 5,700mW of maximum peak output at 32 ohms using iFi's measurement standard. Normal, Turbo, and Nitro modes allow the amplifier's output to be adjusted for different headphone requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eiEMatch helps optimize operation with sensitive IEMs, while dedicated xMEMS circuitry supports compatible xMEMS-equipped headphones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnalogue Sound Adjustment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXBass II, XPresence, and XSpace provide additional analogue sound adjustment for bass, midrange presence, and spatial presentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese features can be selected according to the connected headphones, recording, and listener preference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransportable \u0026amp; Desktop Operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Valkyrie's 20,000mAh battery provides up to 18 hours of playback. At 882g and 172 × 160 × 30mm, it is better described as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etransportable rather than pocket-portable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe included iPowerX power supply also allows it to operate from external power for desktop listening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuad Burr-Brown DAC Architecture \u003c\/strong\u003e— \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour DACs form the core of the Valkyrie's conversion stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDSD1024 Remastering\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrysopeia FPGA processing provides DSD512 and DSD1024 remastering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEight Digital Processing Modes\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes Bit Perfect, Standard, Minimum, GTO, Apodising, Transient Aligned, K2, and K2HD.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJVCKENWOOD K2HD\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional digital processing designed to restore harmonic information and extend high-frequency content.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 5,700mW Peak Output\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubstantial balanced headphone output measured according to iFi's maximum peak standard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNormal, Turbo \u0026amp; Nitro Modes\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree amplifier power settings for different headphone requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eiEMatch\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps optimize output for sensitive IEMs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003exMEMS Support\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDedicated support for compatible xMEMS headphones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXBass II, XPresence \u0026amp; XSpace\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnalogue sound-adjustment options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eaptX Lossless Bluetooth\u003c\/strong\u003e —\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e High-quality wireless playback with compatible sources.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtensive Digital \u0026amp; 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