iFi xDSD Gryphon

High-Power Portable DAC/Amp with Hi-Res Bluetooth
Sale price$599

Description

The iFi xDSD Gryphon is a high-performance portable DAC and headphone amplifier designed to deliver powerful, high-resolution listening from smartphones, computers, streamers, and other digital or analogue sources. Its Burr-Brown True Native® DAC supports PCM up to 32-bit/768kHz and native DSD512, while the PureWave analogue stage delivers more than 1,000mW into 32Ω through the balanced 4.4mm output.

With USB-C, Bluetooth 5.1, S/PDIF, and analogue inputs, the xDSD Gryphon can connect to everything from smartphones and laptops to CD players, network streamers, DAPs, and external DACs. Its OLED display provides clear information on input, format, sample rate, volume, and battery status.

For headphones and IEMs, the xDSD Gryphon offers iEMatch for sensitive in-ear monitors, XBass II for analogue bass and presence adjustment, and XSpace for soundstage enhancement. This combination allows it to accommodate everything from highly sensitive IEMs to demanding full-size and high-impedance headphones.

iFi xDSD Gryphon Portable DAC Headphone Amplifier

Desktop-Class Digital Conversion

The Burr-Brown True Native® DAC supports PCM up to 32-bit/768kHz, native DSD512, DXD, and full MQA decoding. PCM and DSD follow separate conversion paths, while selectable Bit-Perfect, Standard, and GTO digital filters provide additional control over digital playback.

Powerful Pure Wave Amplification

The PureWave analogue stage delivers more than 1,000mW into 32Ω through the 4.4mm balanced output, with up to 6.7V available into 600Ω. The 3.5mm S-Balanced output provides a powerful option for conventional headphones, while iEMatch helps optimize output for highly sensitive IEMs.

Extensive Wired & Wireless Connectivity

Bluetooth 5.1 supports aptX Adaptive, LDAC, aptX HD, HWA/LHDC, aptX Low Latency, AAC, aptX, and SBC. Wired connectivity includes USB-C and S/PDIF, while 4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm single-ended analogue inputs allow the xDSD Gryphon to function as a headphone amplifier with compatible analogue sources.

iFi xDSD Gryphon Portable DAC Headphone Amplifier

 

Tailored Listening Control

XBass II provides analogue Bass and Presence adjustment, while XSpace enhances soundstage presentation. The OLED display shows key playback information including input, format, sample rate, volume, and battery status, with iFi's SilentLine technology designed to isolate the display circuitry from the audio signal path.

Key Features

  • Burr-Brown True Native® DAC — Supports PCM up to 32-bit/768kHz, native DSD512, and DXD for high-resolution playback.
  • Powerful PureWave Amplification — Delivers more than 1,000mW into 32Ω through the 4.4mm balanced headphone output.
  • Bluetooth 5.1 — Supports aptX Adaptive, LDAC, aptX HD, HWA/LHDC, aptX Low Latency, AAC, aptX, and SBC.
  • S/PDIF Digital Input — Supports compatible coaxial and optical digital sources through the shared S/PDIF input.
  • Balanced & Single-Ended Analogue Inputs — 4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm single-ended inputs allow use with compatible external analogue sources.
  • iEMatch — Optimizes output for sensitive IEMs while helping reduce audible background hiss.
  • XBass II — Provides analogue Bass and Presence adjustment for tailoring low-frequency response and presentation.
  • XSpace — Provides analogue soundstage enhancement for a more spacious headphone presentation.
  • OLED Display with SilentLine — Displays key playback and system information while electrically isolating the display circuitry from the audio signal path.
  • Full MQA Decoding — Provides full MQA decoding for compatible MQA audio.

Connectivity & Compatibility

Digital Inputs

  • USB-C — PCM up to 32-bit/768kHz, DSD512, and DXD
  • S/PDIF Coaxial — via 3.5mm connection/adapter
  • S/PDIF Optical — via mini-Toslink
  • Bluetooth 5.1 — aptX Adaptive, LDAC, aptX HD, HWA/LHDC, aptX Low Latency, AAC, aptX, and SBC

Analogue Inputs

  • 4.4mm balanced
  • 3.5mm single-ended

Headphone Outputs

  • 4.4mm balanced — >1,000mW at 32Ω; 6.7V maximum
  • 3.5mm S-Balanced — >320mW at 32Ω; 3.5V maximum

Supported Formats

  • PCM up to 32-bit/768kHz
  • DSD64–DSD512
  • DXD
  • Full MQA decoding

Compatible Devices

  • Smartphones and tablets
  • Windows PCs and Macs
  • Digital audio players (DAPs)
  • CD players
  • Network streamers
  • Compatible TVs and digital sources
  • External DACs and analogue sources
  • Full-size headphones and IEMs

Power

  • 3,600mAh lithium-polymer battery
  • USB-C charging
  • BC1.2 charging up to 1,900mA
  • Separate USB audio and charging ports

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the iFi xDSD Gryphon drive demanding headphones?
Yes. The xDSD Gryphon delivers more than 1,000mW into 32Ω and more than 6.7V into 600Ω from its 4.4mm balanced output, providing ample power for many demanding planar magnetic and high-impedance headphones.
Can I use the xDSD Gryphon as a headphone amplifier for an analogue source?
Yes. Its 4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm single-ended analogue inputs allow the xDSD Gryphon to be used as a headphone amplifier with compatible analogue sources such as DAPs and external DACs.
What Bluetooth codecs does the xDSD Gryphon support?
The xDSD Gryphon supports aptX Adaptive, LDAC, aptX HD, HWA/LHDC, aptX Low Latency, AAC, aptX, and SBC over Bluetooth 5.1.
Can I connect a CD player or network streamer to the xDSD Gryphon?
Yes. The xDSD Gryphon's S/PDIF input supports compatible coaxial and optical digital connections, allowing it to be used with CD players, network streamers, and other digital sources.
What does XSpace do on the xDSD Gryphon?
XSpace is iFi's analogue soundstage-enhancement technology, designed to create a more spacious, speaker-like presentation when listening through headphones.
Can the xDSD Gryphon's OLED display be switched off?
Yes. The OLED display can be switched off when preferred. iFi's SilentLine technology electrically isolates the display and its power supply from the audio circuitry to help minimize electrical noise.

Specifications

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Battery USB-C Charging. BC1.2 Compliant up to 1900mA Charging Current
DAC Burr-Brown
Dimensions 123 x 75 x 19 mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 0.7")
Formats Supported DSD: DSD512/256/128/64, Octa/Quad/Double/Single-Speed
PCM: 768/705.6/384/352.8/192/176.4/96/88.2/48/44.1kHz
DXD: 768/705.6/384/352.8kHz, Double/Single-Speed DXD
MQA (Decoder): 384/352.8kHz
Bluetooth: Up to 96kHz
Input Wireless:
Bluetooth 5.1 (aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, LDAC, HWA, AAC and SBC Codec)

Wired (Digital):
USB-C
S/PDIF Co-Axial

Wired (Analogue):
Balanced: 4.4mm
SE Input: 3.5mm
Net Weight 215 grams (0.5 lbs)
Output Line Section:
Balanced: 6.7V max. (Variable)
S-Bal (SE): 3.5V max. (Variable)

Headphone Section:
Balanced: 4.4mm Pentaconn
S-Bal (SE): 3.5mm SE
Output Impedance Line Section:
Balanced: ≤200Ω
S-Bal (SE): ≤100Ω

Headphone Section:
Balanced: <1Ω
S-Bal (SE): <1Ω
DNR Balanced: <110dB(A) @ 0dBFS
S-Bal (SE): <110dB(A) @ 0dBFS
THD+N Balanced: <0.007% @ 0dBFS
S-Bal (SE): <0.015% @ 0dBFS

Headphone Section: <0.005% (1V @ 16Ω)
RMS Output Power Headphone Section:
Balanced: >1000mW @ 32Ω; >74mW @ 600Ω; >6.7V max. @ 600Ω
S-Bal (SE): >320mW @ 32Ω; >40mW @ 300Ω; >3.5V max. @ 600Ω
SNR Headphone Section:
Balanced: <116dB(A) @ 0dBFS
S-Bal (SE): <115dB(A) @ 0dBFS
WHAT'S INCLUDED
In the Box 1x xDSD Gryphon
1x USB A-USB C Cable
1x USB C to USB C Cable & USB C to Lightning Cable
1x User Manual
1x Warranty Card
DOWNLOADS
User Manual Download PDF

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