The One you need
Not sure what a DAC is but know you want better sound quality for your music, movies, games, podcasts and YouTube guilty pleasures?
Then, the newiFi Unois for you.
All devices that act as digital sound sources use a built-in DAC (Digital to Analogue Converter) to convert the digital info in your source device your computer, tablet or smartphone to music you can hear through speakers or headphones. External DACs sound much better than the standard DACs used inside these devices.
Imagine the difference in quality from a standard TV to an 8K Ultra HD TV but in sound! This is the difference an external DAC makes to your music.
TheiFi Unowill supercharge your sound. Everything will sound more powerful, more detailed and more real.
The One you want
Small enough to fit into the palm of your hand, theiFi Unoscute, curvy case is made from tough, mineral-filled polymer. Inside, the sophisticated DAC and headphone amp circuitry will upgrade the basic audio tech in all sorts of digital devices.
Connect theiFi Unovia the USB-C input to your Windows PC, Apple Mac, smartphone or tablet. It needs no power source as it receives both power and audio data from the source it is connected to.
Add headphones, powered speakers or an amp and separate speakers and you have what youve always wanted bigger, bolder, more detailed sound.
Work. Chill. Play.
One simple device. Three unique modes.
- Music modeunlocks detailed and engaging sound from all your favourite artists. Listen while you work.
- Movie modeenhances dialogue clarity when youre streaming films and must-watch TV shows. Never miss a moment.
- Game modemakes low-level sound effects crystal-clear. Always hear your enemies coming and storms brewing.
Simply use the button on the front panel to cycle through the three settings. Illuminated logos on the top of theiFi Unoindicate your chosen mode.
Uno, dos, hi-res
TheiFi Unosupports different file formats PCM 32bit/384kHz, fully native DSD256 and MQA.
PCMPulse Code Modulationis the file format used in CD, DVD, Blu-ray and other digital audio applications. Its the next step up from MP3.
DSDDirect Stream Digitalis a very high-quality audio format, better than CD quality. The higher the number (sample rate), the better the recording DSD64, 128, 256, 512 and 1024. Fully native means that it hasnt been altered in any way from the original recording.
MQAMaster Quality Authenticatedis an award-winning audio technology that enables music fans to stream the original master recording into their home, car or their mobile. With theiFi Unoyou can listen to MQA straight out of the box. Simply connect to Tidal Masters and check the option to stream MQA.
DACs the ticket
TheiFiUnodraws on our ten years of experience and the advanced spec of the DAC chip within it to unlock rarely implemented high-end features.
Adjustable analogue gainwithDRE (Dynamic Range Enhancement)plus technologies to minimise THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) and crosstalk and a choice of digital filters is accessible via the front-panel buttons enabling you to fine-tune the sound of theiFi Unoto your taste.
In short, whether you simply use the Mode features or decide to tinker further, theiFi Unowill make audio sound clearer, minimise any interference and just give you a better entertainment experience across the board.
Awesome analogue
The Unos analogue circuitry is just as vital to the supercharged sound quality it provides as its digital tech.
The headphone amp feeds a 3.5mm socket at the front, incorporating iFisS-Balancedconfiguration to reduce noise and crosstalk. The stereo RCA output at the rear also benefits from our knack for delivering high-grade audio circuitry in remarkably affordable devices.
All the analogue outputs are gold-plated to resist corrosion and maintain conductivity over time.
Most DACs still use digital volume control ours is analogue. Why is this special? When you reduce the volume on other DACs you remove data from the song or soundtrack. With analogue volume control, you reduce the volume whilst maintaining the quality.
And finally, theresPowerMatch this ensures you always have the right amount of power to drive the headphones you are using.
You can count on the iFi Uno to deliver great sound for everyone.
Technical Specifications
| Digital Input | USB-C |
| Formats | DSD 256 /11.3MHz DXD 384kHz PCM 384kHz MQA |
| DAC | Bit-Perfect DSD & DXD DAC by ESS |
| Line Section | |
| Output | 2V max. |
| Output Impedance | <100 |
| SNR | 119dBA |
| DNR | 115dB @ 0dBFS |
| THD N | 0.03% @ 0dBFS |
| Headphone Section | |
| Output | 2.6V / 3.5V max. at 32/300 |
| Output Power | 211mW @ 32; 39mW @ 300 |
| Output Impedance | <1 |
| SNR | 113dBA |
| DNR | 110dB @ 0dBFS |
| THD N | 0.02% (1.27V @ 16) |
| Channel separation | 80dB (1kHz/600) |
| Frequency Response | 10-80kHz(-0.5dB) |
| Power supply requirement | USB-C 5V/0.5A |
| Power consumption | No Signal ~0.8W Max Signal ~1.5W |
| Dimensions | 88 x 81 x 26 mm (3.5" x 2.8" x 1.0") |
| Net Weight | 92 g (0.2 Ibs) |
| Limited Warranty | 12 months* |
