Delivering bit-perfect sound in an exceptionally compact form factor, theiFi Audio GO Link Maxis a DAC and headphone amplifier that provides audiophile audio quality on the go. The device sports a supremely flexible cable and an in-line design for ultimate
Delivering bit-perfect sound in an exceptionally compact form factor, theiFi Audio GO Link Maxis a DAC and headphone amplifier that provides audiophile audio quality on the go. The device sports a supremely flexible cable and an in-line design for ultimate portability and reduced stress on USB sockets while remaining lightweight and durable thanks to its robust metal enclosure.
The Go Link Max utilizes an ESS Sabre DAC with time domain jitter eliminator for hi-res audio up to 32-bit / 384 kHz in PCM384, DSD256, and DXD384 formats. Digital input is simple with the USB-C connection. The GO Link Max supports headphones and in-ear monitors up to 300 ohms through its balanced, gold-plated 4.4mm and unbalanced 3.5mm headphone jacks. These allow you to immerse yourself in powerful, dynamic, and detailed sound from your preferred listening device, no matter where you are.
Dynamic Range Enhancement (DRE)
The Sabre DACs Dynamic Range Enhancement (DRE) allows for greater contrast between the loudest and quietest sound.
Every crescendo rings louder and every intimate moment of quiet sits more peacefully, filling your listening sessions with the life, energy, and immersion your music deserves.
With the GO Link Max, this is pushed further, combining DRE with iFi’s own developments and enhancements. The result is an exceptional +6 dB of additional dynamic range.
To your ears, this effectively doubles the difference between the loudest and quietest sounds, so you can feel the soaring highs and deepest lows in your music, perfectly presented.
Gain Control, Lose Nothing
The GO Link Max features a hardware-based volume control that overrides this typical behavior. When you adjust the volume on your device, the change occurs directly in the DAC chip. This ensures that maximum detail is retained, and you can enjoy the full richness of your hi-res music at any volume.
Audio Format LED (kHz)The LED color scheme indicates the audio format and sampling frequency received by GO Link Max from the music source.
Hi-Res Audio
Hi-Res True Native playback of all music formats from MP3 to DSD256, PCM384, and DXD384.
ESS Sabre DAC
Discrete ESS Sabre Hyperstream DAC chipset with time domain jitter eliminator, discrete oscillator, and 112 dB dynamic range, for discerning listeners.
Balanced Design
It is a superior method to the traditional single-ended circuit approach. Balanced circuits reduce noise and crosstalk. Less interferenceclearer sound.
S-Balanced Circuit
iFis exclusive S-Balanced circuit delivers maximum performance from single-ended and balanced headphones alike.
Features
Specifications
| Number of Headphone Channels | Single Channel |
| Recommended Headphone Impedance | 32 to 600 Ohms |
| Headphone Output Power | Balanced: 241 mW per Side into 32 Ohms Unbalanced: 100 mW per Side into 32 Ohms |
| Digital Chipset | DAC: 2 x ESS Sabre Hyperstream DAC |
| EQ | No |
| Display | No |
Connectivity
| Analog Audio I/O | 1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Stereo Headphone Output 1x 4.4 mm TRRRS Balanced Stereo Headphone Output |
| Digital Audio I/O | No |
| USB I/O | 1x USB-C (Device Input) |
| Wireless | No |
Performance
| Frequency Response | 10 Hz to 80 kHz -3 dB |
| Maximum Output Level | 1/8″ / 3.5 mm Headphone: 2 V (at 300 Ohms) 4.4 mm Balanced Headphone: 4 V (at 300 Ohms) |
| Impedance | Headphone : 0.35 Ohms Balanced Headphone : < 0.7 Ohms |
| THD+N | 4.4 mm Balanced Headphone Outputs: 0.0016% (2.4 V at 32 Ohms; at 20 Hz to 20 kHz) 1/8″ / 3.5 mm Headphone Outputs: 0.0015% (1.27 V at 32 Ohms; at 20 Hz to 20 kHz) |
| SNR | 1/8″ / 3.5 mm Headphone Outputs: 125 dBA 4.4 mm Balanced Headphone Outputs: 130 dBA (2.05 V) |
Digital Audio
| Sample Rates | 384 kHz (PCM) 11.2 MHz (DSD) |
| Bit Depths | 32-Bit |
Compatibility
| OS Compatibility | Windows/macOS |
Power
| Power Requirements | USB Bus Power |
| Power Consumption | 3.2 W (Maximum) 0.6 W (Idle) |
Physical
| Dimensions | 5.9 x 0.6 x 0.4″ / 15 x 1.5 x 1cm |
| Weight | 0.5oz / 14.0g |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 0.105 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.4 x 3.2 x 0.5″ |
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