iFi xDSD Gryphon Black

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

Description

The iFi xDSD Gryphon Black is a powerful portable DAC and headphone amplifier combining high-resolution digital conversion, Hi-Res Bluetooth, and balanced headphone amplification. Its Burr-Brown True Native® DAC supports PCM up to 32-bit/768kHz, native DSD512, DXD, and full MQA decoding.

PureWave amplification delivers more than 1,000mW at 32Ω through the 4.4mm balanced output, while iEMatch helps optimize performance with sensitive IEMs. XBass II and XSpace provide analogue sound adjustment for bass, presence, and soundstage.

USB-C, S/PDIF, Bluetooth 5.1, and analogue inputs provide flexible connectivity for smartphones, computers, streamers, CD players, and other audio sources.

iFi xDSD Gryphon Black Portable DAC & Headphone Amplifier

Hi-Res Digital & Bluetooth

The Burr-Brown DAC supports PCM up to 768kHz and native DSD512, while Bluetooth 5.1 supports LDAC, LHDC/HWA, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX Low Latency, AAC, aptX, and SBC.

Powerful Balanced Amplification

The 4.4mm balanced headphone output delivers more than 1,000mW at 32Ω and up to 6.7V at 600Ω, providing substantial drive for demanding full-size headphones.

XBass II, XSpace & iEMatch

XBass II provides analogue bass and presence adjustment, XSpace expands the perceived soundstage, and iEMatch helps reduce hiss and improve volume control with sensitive IEMs.

iFi xDSD Gryphon Black Portable DAC & Headphone Amplifier

Key Features

  • Burr-Brown True Native® DAC — Supports PCM up to 32-bit/768kHz and native DSD512.
  • 1,000mW+ Balanced Output — Provides powerful headphone amplification through 4.4mm balanced.
  • Hi-Res Bluetooth 5.1 — Supports LDAC, LHDC/HWA, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, AAC, and additional codecs.
  • 4.4mm Balanced & 3.5mm S-Balanced — Supports balanced and conventional headphones.
  • iEMatch — Optimizes output for sensitive IEMs.
  • XBass II — Provides analogue bass and presence adjustment.
  • XSpace — Expands the perceived headphone soundstage.
  • OLED Display — Shows input, format, sample rate, volume, and battery information.
  • Digital & Analogue Inputs — Supports USB-C, S/PDIF, Bluetooth, 4.4mm, and 3.5mm sources.

Connectivity & Compatibility

Digital Inputs

  • USB-C
  • S/PDIF coaxial
  • S/PDIF optical via mini-Toslink
  • Bluetooth 5.1

Analogue Inputs

  • 4.4mm Balanced
  • 3.5mm Single-Ended

Headphone Outputs

  • 4.4mm Balanced — >1,000mW @ 32Ω
  • 3.5mm S-Balanced — >320mW @ 32Ω

Supported Audio

  • PCM up to 768kHz
  • DSD64–DSD512
  • DXD up to 768kHz
  • Full MQA decoding

Compatible Equipment

  • IEMs
  • Dynamic headphones
  • Planar magnetic headphones
  • High-impedance headphones
  • Smartphones and tablets
  • Windows PCs and Macs
  • Streamers and CD players

Frequently Asked Questions

How powerful is the xDSD Gryphon Black?
The 4.4mm balanced output delivers more than 1,000mW at 32Ω and up to 6.7V at 600Ω.
Does it support Hi-Res Bluetooth?
Yes. Bluetooth 5.1 supports LDAC, LHDC/HWA, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX Low Latency, AAC, aptX, and SBC, with Bluetooth audio up to 96kHz.
Can I use sensitive IEMs with the Gryphon Black?
Yes. iEMatch is specifically designed to optimize the output for high-sensitivity IEMs and help minimize audible hiss.
Can I charge and use the Gryphon Black at the same time?
Yes. It supports simultaneous operation and charging, including iFi's Dual Port mode.

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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