{"product_id":"ifi-go-link-max","title":"iFi GO Link Max","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUltra-portable DAC\/amp with balanced output and dual DACs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"198\"\u003e\n \u003c\/h1\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe GO link Max is a high-powered USB DAC and headphone amplifier built for audiophiles who want serious sound with a small footprint. With dual ESS Sabre DACs, balanced 4.4 mm and S-Balanced 3.5 mm outputs, and native hi-res playback up to PCM 384 kHz and DSD256, it unlocks the full potential of your wired headphones or IEMs. Pocket-sized but powerful, it delivers up to 241 mW of output—more than 10× your phone—while preserving detail, dynamic range, and clarity wherever you go.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eDual DAC for Clean Separation You Can Hear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eA pair of ESS ES9219 Sabre DAC chips, one for each channel, offer superb left–right instrument placement and low noise. This balanced setup reduces crosstalk, revealing layers in your mix that simpler DACs can’t show. \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eBalanced Circuitry for Interference-Free Listening\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eAlongside the 4.4 mm balanced output, the S-Balanced 3.5 mm jack brings noise rejection across the full audio system. \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eHigh‑Res Native Playback\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eHandle all major formats natively—PCM up to 384 kHz, DSD256, and DXD384—without any DSP or up‑sampling. What you hear is what’s in the source. \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Range Enhancement \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBuilt-in DRE applies +6 dB more dynamic range, increasing contrast between quiet and loud passages, making music feel more immersive without any artificial loudness boost. \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eHardware Volume Control: Accuracy at Every Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eVolume adjustments occur in the hardware layer within the DAC chip, preserving full detail across volume settings. That avoids degradation often introduced by software-based controls. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eProduct highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eDual ESS Sabre ES9219 DACs for exceptional detailed playback\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBalanced 4.4 mm \u0026amp; S‑Balanced 3.5 mm outputs for superior clarity\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eHi‑Res support: PCM up to 384 kHz, DSD256, DXD384\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e241 mW output @ 32 Ω—safely drives demanding headphones\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eDynamic Range Enhancement (+6 dB) for expressive depth\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eHardware volume control to retain audio integrity\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eCompact magnesium body + flexible cable for durability on the go\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eSpecs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eChipset: ESS Sabre ES9219 (dual)\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eDimensions: 150 × 15 × 10 mm (5.9 × 0.59 × 0.39 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eWeight: 14.5 g (0.51 oz)\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eInputs: USB‑C\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eOutputs: 4.4 mm balanced; 3.5 mm S‑Balanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eOutput impedance: 0.35 Ω (4.4 mm); 0.7 Ω (3.5 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003ePower consumption: ~0.6 W idle, ~3.2 W max\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eMax output: 241 mW @ 32 Ω (4.4 mm); 100 mW @ 32 Ω (3.5 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eSNR: 130 dBA (4.4 mm); 125 dBA (3.5 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eTHD+N: ≤0.0016% (4.4 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eFormats: PCM 384 kHz, DSD256, DXD384\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eDNR: 130 dBA (4.4 mm); 125 dBA (3.5 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eGO link Max DAC\/Amp\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eUSB‑A to USB‑C adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eUser manual \u0026amp; Quick‑Start guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eWarranty card (1‑year manufacturer coverage) \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"iFi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46866220810415,"sku":"APS-1060-1","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/6415\/2239\/files\/apos-audio-ifi-ifi-go-link-max-1176225002.webp?v=1777716364","url":"https:\/\/freshized.com\/products\/ifi-go-link-max","provider":"Freshized","version":"1.0","type":"link"}