{"product_id":"ifi-idsd-valkyrie-portable-dac-and-amplifier-in-black","title":"iFi iDSD Valkyrie Portable DAC and Amplifier in Black","description":"\u003c!-- ======================================================\n     iFi iDSD Valkyrie Black — AL (bh-*) HTML\n     Two-Column Layout (Overview left \/ Specifications right)\n     Long-tail keyword used 5×: “iFi iDSD Valkyrie 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-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-section h2{margin-top: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\u003ch1 class=\"bh-title\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eiFi iDSD Valkyrie Black\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-sub\"\u003eSpecial Edition matte black transportable DAC \u0026amp; Amp • Quad-Core Burr-Brown DAC matrix • PureWave balanced circuitry • elevated power output • XSpace \u0026amp; XBass+ processing\u003c\/p\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eiFi iDSD Valkyrie Black\u003c\/strong\u003e is a special edition transportable DAC and headphone amplifier featuring an anodized matte black aluminum finish and upgraded power delivery circuitry. Built around a Quad-Core Burr-Brown DAC matrix running in an interleaved custom configuration, it delivers reference-grade micro-detail, wide dynamic scale, and natural musicality. Designed for audiophiles seeking both stealth styling and uncompromising performance, the \u003cstrong\u003eiFi iDSD Valkyrie Black\u003c\/strong\u003e provides enhanced driving power and iFi's PureWave fully balanced topology to command even the most demanding planar magnetic headphones.\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\u003eSpecial edition matte black finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — the \u003cstrong\u003eiFi iDSD Valkyrie Black\u003c\/strong\u003e combines precision-machined aircraft-grade aluminum chassis construction with a stealthy matte black anodized surface treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuad-Core Burr-Brown DAC engine\u003c\/strong\u003e — utilizes four Burr-Brown chipset cores in a custom interleaved layout to provide ultra-low jitter, pitch-black background noise, and bit-perfect DSD\/PCM audio processing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgraded PureWave balanced circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e — enhanced high-grade analog output stages deliver up to 5,100mW of driving power, offering effortless headroom and control across all headphone loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXBass+ \u0026amp; XSpace analog enhancements\u003c\/strong\u003e — features pure analog signal processing designed to extend bass impact and expand soundstage space without digital phase distortion or loss of midrange detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive Noise Cancellation3 power isolation\u003c\/strong\u003e — integrated ultra-clean DC power filtering blocks unwanted power supply ripple and noise interference for pristine background clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"faq\" class=\"bh-section bh-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ — iDSD Valkyrie Black\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does the Valkyrie Black differ from the standard Valkyrie?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eiFi iDSD Valkyrie Black\u003c\/strong\u003e features an exclusive anodized matte black chassis finish, refined internal power rails for enhanced dynamic drive, and updated black-edition hardware accessories in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan the iDSD Valkyrie Black drive hard-to-power headphones?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. With over 5,100mW of balanced output power and multi-stage Turbo\/Eco power gain options, it effortlessly drives power-hungry planar magnetic and high-impedance dynamic headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs it battery powered or desktop powered?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt includes a high-capacity internal rechargeable lithium-polymer battery for transportable high-resolution listening, while also operating on direct DC desktop power via the included iPower low-noise power adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat inputs are available on the unit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eiFi iDSD Valkyrie Black\u003c\/strong\u003e includes high-speed USB-C, S\/PDIF (coaxial and optical combo jack), and balanced 4.4mm analog line inputs for maximum source flexibility.\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 12-month manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecialist advice on headphone pairing, cables, and digital audio setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated technical support for connection setup, drivers, and firmware updates\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\u003eHigh-end planar magnetic and dynamic audiophile headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom and universal In-Ear Monitors (IEMs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiFi Audio 4.4mm Pentaconn balanced interconnect cables\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\u003eiDSD Valkyrie 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\u003eSpecial Edition Transportable HD DAC \u0026amp; Amp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnodized Matte Black Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDAC Architecture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuad-Core Burr-Brown Multi-Bit DAC Matrix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDigital Inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-C, S\/PDIF Coaxial\/Optical Combo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAnalogue Outputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.4mm Balanced, 6.35mm Single-Ended, RCA Line Out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormats Supported\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCM up to 32-bit\/768kHz, DSD512, DXD, MQA Full Decoder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOutput Power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced: \u0026gt;5,100mW @ 32Ω \/ Single-Ended: \u0026gt;1,500mW @ 32Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;120dB(A) (Balanced)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTHD+N\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;0.0008% (1kHz \/ 0dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLithium-Polymer (up to 9 to 12 hours playback)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions (W x D x H)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.8\" x 3.9\" x 1.1\" (172 x 100 x 28 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2 lbs (550 g)\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 iDSD Valkyrie Black DAC \u0026amp; Amp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack USB-C to USB-C Interconnect Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack USB-C to USB-A Adapter Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiPower Low-Noise DC Power Adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Edition Travel Storage Pouch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick Start Guide \u0026amp; User Manual\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=\"Headphone Amplifiers, Digital-to-Analog Converters (DACs), Portable Audio\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"iFi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55101475717486,"sku":"IFIIDSDVALKBLK","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/1537\/4703\/files\/IFIIDSDVALKYRIEBLK-1.webp?v=1790195799","url":"https:\/\/audiolab.com\/products\/ifi-idsd-valkyrie-portable-dac-and-amplifier-in-black","provider":"Audiolab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}