iFi has unveiled the iDSD GR 2, the long-awaited successor to the popular xDSD Gryphon. Rather than reinventing the formula, iFi has focused on refining one of its most successful portable DAC/amp platforms with upgraded digital conversion, improved amplification, enhanced wireless connectivity and a completely redesigned user experience.
Built for listeners who demand desktop-class performance on the move, the iDSD GR 2 introduces a new internal architecture centred around a Burr-Brown PCM1795 DAC chipset, the first time this DAC has been used in an iFi product. Combined with updated amplification circuitry and support for the latest wireless codecs, the result is a more capable and versatile portable solution.
Key Highlights
- New Burr-Brown PCM1795 DAC architecture
- Bluetooth 5.4 with aptX Lossless, LDAC, LHDC/HWA,AAC &SBC codec support.
- Hybrid power mode designed to extend battery lifespan
- Up to 1,513mW RMS into 32 ohms - 50% more power than its predecessor
- XSpace and XBass+ analogue processing modes
- OLED Touchscreen user interface
- Versatile connectivity with BT, USB, S/PDIF, and line options
- iFi Nexis app support for OTA updates and additional control
Building on a Proven Platform
The original xDSD Gryphon earned a strong following by combining portability, flexibility and serious performance in a single chassis. The iDSD GR 2 builds on those foundations with a ground-up redesign that brings the platform in line with iFi's latest developments in digital audio and wireless technology.
For retailers, the iDSD GR 2 offers a compelling upgrade path for existing Gryphon owners while providing a premium portable option for customers seeking high-end performance without being tied to a desktop system.
Looking Ahead
As the portable audio market continues to shift towards ultra-compact dongle DACs, it's encouraging to see iFi remain committed to the battery-powered DAC/amp category. While smaller devices have become increasingly popular, there remains a dedicated audience seeking greater output power, longer listening sessions, enhanced connectivity and a more complete feature set than a dongle can provide.
The iDSD GR 2 serves this niche perfectly, offering a genuine high-end portable solution for people who want desktop-class performance on the go. For retailers, it reinforces iFi's position at the premium end of portable audio and provides a compelling option for customers looking beyond the limitations of entry-level portable devices.