iFi Audio GO link 2 Max - Portable Hi-Res Balanced Headphone Amplifier & USB-C DAC

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Key Features:

Dual ESS Sabre DAC chips forming a fully balanced circuit
Powerful 4.4mm balanced output delivering 241mW of juice
Proprietary S-Balanced 3.5mm tech that cuts channel crosstalk in half
Dynamic Range Enhancement unlocking an extra +6dB of sonic punch
Advanced chipset optimization cutting distortion by over 50% versus Gen 1
Hardware volume control to preserve bit-perfect resolution at low levels
iFi Nexis app compatibility for Android updates and real-time digital filtering

Manufacturer warranty: 12 months

Product Data:

MSRP	KSD SKU	Barcode	Country of Origin
£85.00	P004124	5061043053458	China

MSRP	£85.00
KSD SKU	P004124
Barcode	5061043053458
Country of Origin	China

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iFi Audio GO link 2 Max

The iFi GO link 2 Max is a portable USB-C dongle DAC that transforms your phone, laptop, or PC into a high-resolution audio source. Housing a balanced architecture driven by dual ESS Sabre DAC chips, it reveals deep layers of clarity and detail that standard headphone jacks miss. Despite weighing 20% less than its predecessor at just 11.5g, it delivers a powerful 241mW of output through its 4.4mm balanced connection to effortlessly drive demanding headphones.

This second-generation model slashes distortion by over 50% for an incredibly clean background. It unlocks Dynamic Range Enhancement (DRE) to inject an extra 6dB of dynamics between the quietest and loudest passages, bringing your tracks to life. For standard gear, proprietary S-Balanced technology on the 3.5mm output halves crosstalk to minimize interference, while hardware-based volume control protects audio data from the detail loss typical of software adjustment.

Built for life on the move, its twisted, silver-plated copper cable blocks electrical interference for pristine signal purity. For Android users, the iFi Nexis app unlocks over-the-air firmware updates and real-time sound customization via hybrid or linear digital filters. Supporting bit-perfect PCM 384kHz and DSD256 playback, the GO link 2 Max packs a premium, beautifully balanced audiophile experience into a pocket-sized package.

True Balanced Architecture
Driven by a fully balanced circuit featuring dual ESS Sabre DAC chips, the GO link 2 Max delivers superior channel separation, minimized noise, and an exceptionally clean audio background. The dedicated 4.4mm balanced output pumps out an impressive 241mW of power, providing the essential voltage and current needed to effortlessly drive demanding headphones with precise grip and authoritative control.

Dramatically Dynamic Sound (+6dB DRE)
To bring your favorite tracks to life, iFi has optimized the internal DAC architecture to unlock Dynamic Range Enhancement (DRE). This specialized feature provides an additional 6dB of dynamic range between the quietest and loudest passages of your music. The result is a more punchy, engaging, and emotionally expressive listening experience that captures the true intent of the original recording.

Over 50% Reduction in Distortion
Pristine sound reproduction requires absolute cleanliness, which is why the GO link 2 Max targets total harmonic distortion head-on. By adjusting a precise internal correction factor directly within the DAC chipset, this generation successfully reduces the 2nd and 3rd harmonics. This optimization cuts overall harmonic distortion by over 50% compared to the first-generation model, guaranteeing an ultra-pure signal.

S-Balanced Performance for 3.5mm Gear
~Standard single-ended headphones usually share a single ground wire, which heavily introduces signal crosstalk. To solve this, iFi’s proprietary S-Balanced technology runs a dedicated negative wire for each channel directly to the amplifier's star ground on the 3.5mm port. This clever engineering cuts crosstalk between channels in half, ensuring maximum single-ended performance with minimum interference.

App-Connected Tuning with iFi Nexis
Android users gain exclusive access to the smart ecosystem through full iFi Nexis app compatibility. This connection allows you to perform seamless over-the-air firmware updates in seconds without a desktop computer, while opening up advanced real-time customization. Users can choose between hybrid and linear digital filters to fine-tune the sound profile exactly to their personal taste.

High-Purity Signal and Hardware Volume
The physical construction utilizes individua conductors arranged in a robust twisted pair layout to reject external electrical interference. To protect the resulting pristine signal, the dongle employs sophisticated hardware-based volume control. Unlike standard software attenuation that strips away digital data and fine musical detail at lower volumes, this hardware approach preserves full bit-perfect audio resolution at any listening level.