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iFi xDSD Gryphon - Ultra-Res Portable Balanced DAC & Headphone Amplifier - INPUTS: Bluetooth 5.1 / USB-C/S-PDIF / 3.5mm SE / 4.4mm Bal

Name: iFi 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
SKU: B09H39DBY6
Price: 469.00 USD
Availability: InStock

By Mike Perry, Hardware Editor · Verified 2026-09-23

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-04-20. Price and availability subject to change.

Bottom line: The iFi xDSD Gryphon - Ultra-Res Portable Balanced DAC & Headphone Amplifier - INPUTS: Bluetooth 5.1 / USB-C/S-PDIF / 3.5mm SE / 4.4mm Bal is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the audio & midi category, priced around $469.00. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Backed by iFi's warranty and support channels
✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored iFi xDSD Gryphon - Ultra-Res Portable Balanced DAC & Headphone… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the audio & midi category. iFi's audio & midi lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for audio & midi of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.

Key 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.

Full Specifications

Brand	iFi
Model	xDSDgryphon
Material	Aluminum
Interface	Coaxial, Optical, USB
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Part Number	xDSDgryphon
Connectivity	Bluetooth, USB-C
Material Type	Aluminum
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Interface Type	Coaxial, Optical, USB
Audio Output Mode	Balanced, Single-Ended
Compatible Devices	Smartphones (iOS, Android), Computers (Windows, Mac), Audio Players, Turntables, Other Audio Sources with compatible inputs/outputs
General Disclaimer	The image colour may differ from the actual product due to lighting. Please refer to the product for accuracy.
Number of Channels	2
Smart Home Compatibility	Not Smart Home Compatible
Global Trade Identification Number	05060738786381

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iFi xDSD Gryphon - Ultra-Res Portable Balanced DAC & Headphone Amplifier - INPUTS: Bluetooth 5.1 / USB-C/S-PDIF / 3.5mm SE / 4.4mm Bal is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-04-20. Price and availability subject to change.