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product_id: 382359301
title: "xDSD Gryphon - Ultra-Res Portable Balanced DAC & Headphone Amplifier - INPUTS: Bluetooth 5.1 / USB-C/S-PDIF / 3.5mm SE / 4.4mm Bal"
brand: "ifi"
price: "KSh198664"
currency: KES
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "I Fi"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/382359301-xdsd-gryphon-ultra-res-portable-balanced-dac-and-headphone-amplifier
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# 1000mW high-power amp Bluetooth 5.1 with aptX HD/LDAC 32-bit/768kHz PCM & DSD512 xDSD Gryphon - Ultra-Res Portable Balanced DAC & Headphone Amplifier - INPUTS: Bluetooth 5.1 / USB-C/S-PDIF / 3.5mm SE / 4.4mm Bal

**Brand:** ifi
**Price:** KSh198664
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your sound game anywhere, anytime — don’t just listen, experience!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** xDSD Gryphon - Ultra-Res Portable Balanced DAC & Headphone Amplifier - INPUTS: Bluetooth 5.1 / USB-C/S-PDIF / 3.5mm SE / 4.4mm Bal by ifi
- **How much does it cost?** KSh198664 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/382359301-xdsd-gryphon-ultra-res-portable-balanced-dac-and-headphone-amplifier)

## Best For

- ifi enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ifi brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Seamless Connectivity:** Versatile inputs including USB-C, S/PDIF, 3.5mm SE, and 4.4mm balanced for every setup.
- • **Sleek & Durable Design:** Military-grade aluminum chassis with a crisp SilentLine OLED display—style that travels.
- • **Customizable Soundstage:** XBass & XSpace filters let you tailor bass, mids, and instrument separation to your vibe.
- • **Power Meets Portability:** 1000mW balanced amplifier drives even demanding headphones effortlessly on the go.
- • **Audiophile-Grade Clarity:** Experience ultra-high-res audio with native DSD512 and full MQA decoding for pristine sound.

## Overview

The iFi xDSD Gryphon is a premium portable balanced DAC and headphone amplifier featuring a powerful 16-core XMOS processor for native DSD512 and full MQA decoding. It supports ultra-high-resolution PCM up to 32-bit/768kHz and advanced Bluetooth 5.1 with HD codecs like aptX HD and LDAC. With multiple analog and digital inputs, a 1000mW high-power balanced amplifier, and customizable sound filters (XBass & XSpace), it delivers studio-quality sound in a sleek, military-grade aluminum body with an intuitive OLED display—perfect for audiophiles seeking top-tier portable audio performance.

## Description

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Review: I can't believe it's only $599. Amazing Swiss Army Knife - I love this portable DAC/Amp! The Gryphon keeps surprising me with its capabilities. What I enjoy most about the Gryphon, which is made possible by its amazing DAC is the amplifier filters: XBass & XSpace. There are some albums that I tried to listen to for the past two years but I couldn't enjoy them due to the way they were mastered. Not really done well. With the Gryphon you can make analog corrections. Need more bass, no problem. Need mids to be more forward, no problem! Need some more instrument separation, you got it (albeit you'll really only notice the impact with intimate headphones, like the Focal Clears). It is super clear, natural sounding, and musical! I so enjoy listening to it on its own, whether it's classical, new age, contemporary jazz, it's so much fun. It is also powerful enough to drive my Hifiman Arya SE with no issue and plenty of headroom, using the 4.4mm balanced jack, which I recommend. But their single-ended 3.8mm jack is also very good, shockingly good. It is also able to be used as a preamp to power speakers or feed into another amplifier. This pairs very well with a tube amplifier. I'm currently doing a 3.8mm line out from the Gryphon into my WA7 Fireflies 3rd gen (RCA input) and it sounds amazing!!! With XBass turned on for albums that need it, it's a godsend. Lastly, another favorite feature is desktop mode. You can have it run off of usb charging cable and stop charging the battery. This is my primary use case until I need to travel and need to bring my music experience with me. The Gryphon makes it super easy. Whether I'm at the hotel or visiting friends/family, for a long stay, the Gryphon is a fabulous on-the-go solution. Do yourself a favor, if you are on the fence, just buy it and try it out for 30 days. I don't think you'll be disappointed.
Review: Sound Quality - The IFI xDSD Gryphon is far the best portable DAC that I have owned. I've been using this DAC mostly with my Westone Audio Mach80s. While listening to music I find myself smiling due to the the great quality of the sound. I also find that it pairs well with my Beyerdyanmics Tp5s which draws one even more into the sound. I will not use any adjective to describe the sound I hear and feel, because music is felt differently, heard and is dependent on you spirit and ears. I would recommend these to anyone that has high quality headphone/IEMs. It is like having the iFi xDSD signature on the road. Pros: Sound Quality. Battery life. Inputs and output. Ease of use. Cons: A bit expensive. Size is a bit large, but this is due to the battery which give you hours of enjoyment. It's a trade off in the pro/con. What I would have liked to see on this unit would to be for it to display the Track info instead of the format/quality which is displayed by the color the LEDs on the unit even though you can see track information from the source. The fact that it streams nicely via the LDAC Bluetooth source, I would like to see the track information if my source is not near me physically. All in all it is a great unit and I would highly recommend anyone looking to purchase a new portable DAC!

## Features

- ✅ FULL MQA DECODING - Native DSD (up to DSD512) and full MQA decoding up to 384kHZ ON POWERFUL 16 - core XMOS processor
- ✅ ULTRA RES AUDIO - Ultra - res PCM up to 32- bit / 768kHz via USB or 192kHz via optical or coaxial and Advanced 96kHz Bluetooth 5.1 + module with QCC5100 chipset supports various HD formats including aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LDAC and HWA / LHDC.
- ✅ MULTIPLE CONNECTIONS - Balanced (4.4mm Pentaconn) and S - Balanced (3.5mm) analogue inputs and outputs. Built - in iEmatch and auto - gain technology automatically adjusts output to suit headphones / IEM sensitivity / *Please note this product does not include a TOSLINK Mini-Plug to TOSLINK Adapter
- ✅TECH PACKED - With technology like: XBass and xSpace settings, PureWave balanced circuit design with OptimaLoop multi - path feedback and an ultra-low noise, 1000mW high power amplifier you can listen to your music with smoother, cleaner, playback
- ✅ STYLISH AND SMART DESIGN - Military Grade Aluminum makes up a sturdy and sleek exterior whilst the state of the art SilentLine OLED display finishes off one of our most attractive products yet.
- General Disclaimer: The image colour may differ from the actual product due to lighting. Please refer to the product for accuracy.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09H39DBY6 |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #49,570 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #289 in Audio Component Amplifiers |
| Brand | iFi |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (302) |
| Date First Available | September 24, 2021 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 05060738786381 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 7.6 ounces |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 4.84 x 2.95 x 0.75 inches |
| Item model number | 310005 |
| Manufacturer | Abbingdon Music Research |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Output Power | 1000 Milliwatts |
| Package Type Name | Retail Box" or "Padded Envelope |
| Product Dimensions | 4.84 x 2.95 x 0.75 inches |
| Specification Met | Mqa, Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Voltage | 5 Volts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** iFi
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 4.84 x 2.95 x 0.75 inches
- **Manufacturer:** Abbingdon Music Research
- **Mounting Type:** Surface Mount
- **Voltage:** 5 Volts

## Images

![xDSD Gryphon - Ultra-Res Portable Balanced DAC & Headphone Amplifier - INPUTS: Bluetooth 5.1 / USB-C/S-PDIF / 3.5mm SE / 4.4mm Bal - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71glJFOYy4L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I can't believe it's only $599. Amazing Swiss Army Knife
*by A***T on October 17, 2023*

I love this portable DAC/Amp! The Gryphon keeps surprising me with its capabilities. What I enjoy most about the Gryphon, which is made possible by its amazing DAC is the amplifier filters: XBass & XSpace. There are some albums that I tried to listen to for the past two years but I couldn't enjoy them due to the way they were mastered. Not really done well. With the Gryphon you can make analog corrections. Need more bass, no problem. Need mids to be more forward, no problem! Need some more instrument separation, you got it (albeit you'll really only notice the impact with intimate headphones, like the Focal Clears). It is super clear, natural sounding, and musical! I so enjoy listening to it on its own, whether it's classical, new age, contemporary jazz, it's so much fun. It is also powerful enough to drive my Hifiman Arya SE with no issue and plenty of headroom, using the 4.4mm balanced jack, which I recommend. But their single-ended 3.8mm jack is also very good, shockingly good. It is also able to be used as a preamp to power speakers or feed into another amplifier. This pairs very well with a tube amplifier. I'm currently doing a 3.8mm line out from the Gryphon into my WA7 Fireflies 3rd gen (RCA input) and it sounds amazing!!! With XBass turned on for albums that need it, it's a godsend. Lastly, another favorite feature is desktop mode. You can have it run off of usb charging cable and stop charging the battery. This is my primary use case until I need to travel and need to bring my music experience with me. The Gryphon makes it super easy. Whether I'm at the hotel or visiting friends/family, for a long stay, the Gryphon is a fabulous on-the-go solution. Do yourself a favor, if you are on the fence, just buy it and try it out for 30 days. I don't think you'll be disappointed.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sound Quality
*by T***. on August 20, 2023*

The IFI xDSD Gryphon is far the best portable DAC that I have owned. I've been using this DAC mostly with my Westone Audio Mach80s. While listening to music I find myself smiling due to the the great quality of the sound. I also find that it pairs well with my Beyerdyanmics Tp5s which draws one even more into the sound. I will not use any adjective to describe the sound I hear and feel, because music is felt differently, heard and is dependent on you spirit and ears. I would recommend these to anyone that has high quality headphone/IEMs. It is like having the iFi xDSD signature on the road. Pros: Sound Quality. Battery life. Inputs and output. Ease of use. Cons: A bit expensive. Size is a bit large, but this is due to the battery which give you hours of enjoyment. It's a trade off in the pro/con. What I would have liked to see on this unit would to be for it to display the Track info instead of the format/quality which is displayed by the color the LEDs on the unit even though you can see track information from the source. The fact that it streams nicely via the LDAC Bluetooth source, I would like to see the track information if my source is not near me physically. All in all it is a great unit and I would highly recommend anyone looking to purchase a new portable DAC!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good product outperformed by its smaller sibling
*by B***T on April 11, 2025*

I have both the ifi Gryphon and the ifi hip dac3. On paper, the Gryphon should be the clear winner , given its more powerful amp and more features such as an xbass switch for both midrange and bass ,as well as Bluetooth connectivity. The gryphon also features a nice Lighted display for indicating streaming quality. However, in practice I prefer the warmer sound of the hip dac3 which is considerably less expensive but without as many features. I principally use both for streaming Apple Music from my iPhone. The typical headphones I use are Meze109pro, sennheiser HD660s2, or 7hz timeless IEMs. The gryphon lacks the hip dac3’s power match switch which in its absence limits the headphone volume, negating the advantage of a more powerful amp. On its own, the Gryphon is an ok product,albeit kind of expensive, and outperformed by its less expensive sibling. My 2 cents….(pictured next to hipdac3 stealth)

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