{"product_id":"ifi-hip-dac-3-portable-usb-dac-headphone-amplifier-black-edition","title":"iFi Hip-Dac 3 Portable USB DAC\/Headphone Amplifier Black Edition","description":"\u003c!-- ======================================================\n     iFi hip-dac 3 Black Edition — AL (bh-*) HTML\n     Two-Column Layout (Overview left \/ Specifications right)\n     Long-tail keyword used 5×: “iFi hip-dac 3 in Black”\n     ====================================================== --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .bh-wrap{max-width:1100px;margin:0 auto;padding:1rem 1.25rem;line-height:1.6}\n  .bh-eyebrow{letter-spacing:.08em;text-transform:uppercase;font-size:.8rem;opacity:.7}\n  .bh-title{font-size:3rem;margin:.25rem 0 1rem}\n  .bh-sub{font-style:italic;margin:0 0 1.25rem}\n  .bh-grid{display:grid;gap:1.25rem}\n  @media(min-width:900px){.bh-grid{grid-template-columns:1.3fr .7fr;align-items:start}}\n  .bh-section{margin:2rem 0}\n  .bh-bullets{list-style:disc;padding-left:1.25rem;margin:.5rem 0 0}\n  .bh-specs{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse}\n  .bh-specs th,.bh-specs td{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding:.65rem;vertical-align:top}\n  .bh-specs th{width:42%;background:#f8fafc;text-align:left}\n  .bh-badge{display:inline-block;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:999px;padding:.2rem .6rem;margin:.15rem .3rem 0 0;font-size:.85rem}\n  .bh-badges{margin-top:.5rem}\n  .bh-faq details{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:.5rem;padding:.75rem 1rem;margin:.5rem 0;background:#fafafa}\n  .bh-faq summary{font-weight:600;cursor:pointer}\n  .bh-note{font-size:.95rem;opacity:.9}\n  .bh-condition{display:inline-block;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:999px;padding:.3rem .75rem;margin:.5rem 0 0;font-size:.85rem;background:#fafafa}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-wrap\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bh-eyebrow\"\u003eIFI AUDIO\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"bh-title\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eiFi Hip-Dac 3 Black Edition\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-sub\"\u003ePortable USB DAC \u0026amp; headphone amplifier • matte black finish • Burr-Brown DSD\/PCM engine • dual USB-C ports • balanced 4.4mm output • IEMatch \u0026amp; XBass analogue tuning\u003c\/p\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eiFi Hip-Dac 3 in Black\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers reference-grade portable audio performance encased in a sleek, limited stealth matte black finish. Featuring dual USB-C connectivity, iFi's signature Burr-Brown True Native architecture, built-in IEMatch technology, and custom analogue tuning, this pocket-sized power-house upgrades listening on smartphones, tablets, and laptops with rich musical warmth and dynamic drive.\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"features-and-tech\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Innovations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSleek Matte Black finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — the \u003cstrong\u003eiFi Hip-Dac 3 in Black\u003c\/strong\u003e features a stealthy, anodized matte black aluminum enclosure for a clean, modern aesthetic that matches any mobile workstation or phone setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBurr-Brown True Native DAC engine\u003c\/strong\u003e — utilizes a quad-channel Burr-Brown chipset to process PCM up to 384kHz, native DSD256, and full MQA decoding with bit-perfect accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual USB-C connectivity \u0026amp; GMT clocking\u003c\/strong\u003e — includes separate USB-C ports for dedicated audio data and charging, backed by iFi's Global Master Timing femto-clock system to eliminate digital jitter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated IEMatch \u0026amp; PowerMatch gain\u003c\/strong\u003e — built-in IEMatch attenuation switch eliminates background hiss for ultra-sensitive in-ear monitors, while PowerMatch provides switchable gain for power-hungry headphones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXBass \u0026amp; balanced analogue circuit design\u003c\/strong\u003e — includes a 4.4mm balanced output alongside S-Balanced 3.5mm outputs, backed by hardware-based XBass analogue bass extension that restores deep low-end without digital DSP coloration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"faq\" class=\"bh-section bh-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ — Hip-Dac 3 Black\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the iFi Hip-Dac 3 in Black functionally different from the standard Shadow Gray version?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The \u003cstrong\u003eiFi Hip-Dac 3 in Black\u003c\/strong\u003e retains all the internal specs, dual USB-C ports, IEMatch technology, Burr-Brown DAC engine, and power output of the standard model, but features a stealthy matte black anodized aluminum finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes it have an internal battery?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It features a built-in 2200mAh rechargeable lithium-polymer battery providing up to 8 hours of continuous playback without draining power from your connected smartphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy are there two USB-C ports on the device?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne USB-C port is dedicated strictly to digital audio data input, while the second USB-C port is reserved for charging, isolating clean audio signals from charging noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes it connect natively to iPhones and Android devices?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Thanks to its universal USB-C audio input, the \u003cstrong\u003eiFi Hip-Dac 3 in Black\u003c\/strong\u003e connects directly to USB-C iPhones, iPads, Android smartphones, and laptops using standard USB cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"why-buy\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Us\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthorized iFi Audio dealer offering 100% genuine products with full manufacturer warranty coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert advice on portable DAC performance, headphone matching, and mobile cable compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated customer support for troubleshooting and mobile audio configuration assistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast, secure shipping with protective packaging on every order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"related\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated \u0026amp; System Matches\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiFi OTG USB-C to USB-C \/ Lightning travel interconnect cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudiophile-grade balanced 4.4mm headphone cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-sensitivity audiophile in-ear monitors (IEMs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- RIGHT COLUMN --\u003e\n\u003caside\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"specs\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHip-Dac 3 Black Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"bh-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortable USB DAC \u0026amp; Headphone Amplifier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStealth Matte Black Anodized Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDigital Inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-C (Audio Data Input), USB-C (Charging Port)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeadphone Outputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced 4.4mm, S-Balanced 3.5mm SE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAudio Formats\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCM up to 384kHz, DSD256, Full MQA Decoder, DXD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDAC Engine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBit-Perfect Burr-Brown DSD \u0026amp; PCM Chipset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOutput Power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced: \u0026gt;400mW @ 32Ω; Single-Ended: \u0026gt;280mW @ 32Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAnalogue Features\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXBass (Bass Boost), PowerMatch (Gain), IEMatch Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery Life\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 8 Hours (2200mAh Li-Po Battery)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Input\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC 5V\/1.5A via USB-C Charging Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-note\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"whats-in-the-box\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiFi Hip-Dac 3 Black Edition unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C to USB-C OTG cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C to Lightning cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C to USB-A charging cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick start guide and warranty documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- No purchase\/CTA section --\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta itemprop=\"brand\" content=\"iFi Audio\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"category\" content=\"Portable DACs, Headphone Amplifiers, Audiophile Electronics\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"iFi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55035014742382,"sku":"IFIHIPDAC3BLK","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/1537\/4703\/files\/IFIHIPDAC3BLK-1.webp?v=1789586879","url":"https:\/\/audiolab.com\/products\/ifi-hip-dac-3-portable-usb-dac-headphone-amplifier-black-edition","provider":"Audiolab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}