iFi Audio NEO Stream 3 - Ultra-Res Desktop Network Audio Streamer with Integrated DAC

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Key Features:

Native 768kHz PCM & DSD512 for ultra-resolution network streaming
Award-winning Burr-Brown DAC stage providing natural, bit-perfect musicality
JVCKENWOOD K2HD Technology to restore lost harmonics and studio depth
Native Qobuz Connect support for seamless, bit-perfect app integration
Included OptiBox for optical galvanic isolation to eliminate network noise
Built-in ANC & iPurifier technology to remove digital distortion and jitter
New iFi Nexis App integration for simplified IoT setup and control

Manufacturer warranty: 12 months

Product Data:

MSRP	KSD SKU	Barcode	Country of Origin
£999.00	P004057	5061043051799	China

MSRP	£999.00
KSD SKU	P004057
Barcode	5061043051799
Country of Origin	China

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iFi Audio NEO Stream 3

The NEO Stream 3 is a definitive generational leap, fusing the award-winning DAC stage of the NEO iDSD 2 with our most advanced streaming engine. Designed as an ultra-res hub for enthusiasts, it delivers native PCM 768kHz and DSD512 support. By combining a Burr-Brown chipset with bit-perfect signal pathways, this elegant all-in-one device eliminates the need for multiple components - simply add speakers to bring your music library to life.

Sonic performance is driven by JVCKENWOOD’s K2HD Technology, which restores the organic warmth and harmonic depth often lost during digital encoding. Unlike standard upsampling, K2HD revives the nuance of the original analogue master, breathing life into clinical recordings. Paired with upgraded ELNA Silmic II and polymer capacitors, the system produces a smoother treble and a refined transparency that finally allows digital streaming to rival the soul of vinyl.

Connectivity is reimagined for simplicity through a new IoT-enabled architecture and the iFi Nexis app. The NEO Stream 3 introduces native Qobuz Connect for bit-perfect playback and features an included OptiBox for optical galvanic isolation to strip away network noise. With Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and femto-precision clocks regulating the digital outputs, the result is a flawless, low-distortion performance across your entire home setup.

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Studio-Grade Restoration with K2HD
Digital recordings can often sound clinical, losing the harmonic richness of their analogue roots. The NEO Stream 3 features JVCKENWOOD’s K2HD Technology, which restores these lost harmonics to bring the sound closer to the original master. This process breathes life into every track, delivering a more natural, organic listening experience that recaptures the depth and nuance of the studio performance.

Award-Winning DAC Architecture
At the heart of the device is a custom DAC stage derived from the NEO iDSD 2, utilizing a hand-picked Burr-Brown chipset known for its musicality. The unique architecture processes PCM and DSD through separate pathways, ensuring the signal remains bit-perfect until it reaches the analogue stage. This meticulous design preserves the integrity of high-resolution files up to PCM 768kHz and DSD512.

Pristine Power and Precision
The NEO Stream 3 is engineered for silence, featuring upgraded ELNA Silmic II and polymer capacitors that ensure cleaner power and a smoother treble response. To eliminate jitter and distortion, the digital outputs are regulated by a femto-precision clock and supported by built-in iPurifier and Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) technology. These hardware refinements ensure that your audio remains crisp, clear, and uncoloured.

Next-Gen Streaming and Connectivity
Paired with a new IoT-enabled chip, the NEO Stream 3 offers an effortless setup via the iFi Nexis app. It supports a vast range of streaming platforms, including the new Qobuz Connect for bit-perfect playback directly from the app. Whether you are using Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect, or AirPlay 2, the upgraded open-source engine provides a stable, high-performance link to all your favourite music services.

Optical Isolation with OptiBox
Network noise can often degrade digital audio quality, but the NEO Stream 3 solves this with the included OptiBox. This unique solution provides optical galvanic isolation for your wired ethernet connection, effectively stripping away electrical interference before it can enter the system. By isolating the streamer from network-borne noise, the audio background remains "black" and free from digital grain.

Versatile Integration for Any Setup
Whether you are looking for a "just add speakers" solution or a high-end digital transport, the NEO Stream 3 fits perfectly. It features an extensive array of digital and analogue outputs - including 4.4mm balanced and RCA - allowing it to modernise any existing Hi-Fi system. With user-selectable "Exclusive Modes," you can even shut down unnecessary software processes to dedicate all resources to pure, purist playback.