ifi Audio Go Link 2 DAC | Portable Hi-Res Music Decoder & Headphone Amplifier
Ultra-Lightweight Hi-Res Audio DAC & Headphone Amplifier Designed for Phones and Laptops
The ifi Audio Go Link 2 is an ultra-portable USB DAC/amp launched by ifi Audio, featuring the award-winning ESS Sabre DAC chip and supporting Hi-Res Audio formats up to 384kHz PCM and DSD256. Its core design aims to bypass the ordinary sound chips built into phones, tablets, and laptops, providing clean, powerful, and detailed audio output for your 3.5mm headphones through independent digital-to-analog conversion and amplification circuits. It is the most direct solution for improving phone audio quality.
Compared to most similar portable DACs on the market that only offer basic decoding, the Go Link 2 incorporates ifi's exclusive S-Balanced® balanced circuit technology and Dynamic Range Enhancement. This not only significantly reduces channel crosstalk in single-ended output but also noticeably boosts the music's dynamics and tension, delivering an immersive listening experience that belies its size. Weighing only 7.8 grams, it is the lightest ifi DAC product ever.
Quick Facts
- Brand: ifi Audio
- Model: Go Link 2
- Core Chipset: ESS Sabre DAC Chipset
- Max Supported Formats: PCM 384kHz, DSD256
- Weight: 7.8g
- Use Cases: Mobile streaming music listening, Laptop external sound card, Hi-Res music file playback, Headphone sound quality enhancement, Gaming audio improvement
ifi Audio Go Link 2 Core Technologies & Features
- Award-Winning ESS Sabre DAC Chip: Equipped with a high-performance, low-power ESS Sabre DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) core, ensuring precise and pure audio decoding, laying the foundation for high-quality sound.
- Full Hi-Res Audio Support: Natively supports audio formats up to PCM 384kHz and DSD256, perfectly compatible with mainstream Hi-Res streaming services like Apple Music, Tidal, Qobuz, and your own high-resolution music library.
- Exclusive Dynamic Range Enhancement Technology: Through deep optimization of the DAC chip, it unlocks dynamic range enhancement, allowing everything from the faintest details to the most powerful crescendos in music to be clearly presented, making the sound more vibrant and engaging.
- S-Balanced® Balanced Circuit Technology: Applies the design principles of balanced circuits to 3.5mm single-ended output, reducing crosstalk between left and right channels by half, allowing for better stereo separation and a purer soundstage even with traditional headphones.
- Ultra-Lightweight Design: Compared to its predecessor, the volume is reduced by 8% and the weight is significantly decreased by 29%, weighing only 7.8 grams, making it the lightest ifi DAC ever and effortless to carry.
- Significantly Reduced Harmonic Distortion: Through internal circuit optimization, total harmonic distortion is reduced by up to 62% compared to the original Go link, providing a purer sound closer to the original recording.
- iFi Nexis App Support: The first Go link series product to support the iFi Nexis App, allowing for wireless (OTA) firmware updates via Android devices and offering two digital filter options (Hybrid, Linear) for users to fine-tune their listening preferences.
Core Features Explained
ifi Audio Go Link 2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the main purpose of the ifi Audio Go Link 2 DAC?
A: It is primarily used to bypass the ordinary sound card built into mobile phones or computers, providing high-resolution audio decoding and stronger headphone driving power, significantly enhancing the listening experience.
Q: What are the differences between Go Link 2 and the previous generation Go link?
A: Go Link 2 is 8% smaller in volume and 29% lighter in weight, and it now supports the iFi Nexis App for firmware updates and digital filter switching.
Q: Is the Go Link 2 suitable for audio beginners?
A: It is very suitable. It's plug-and-play, requires no complex setup, and is one of the simplest and most direct entry-level solutions for experiencing Hi-Res audio quality and feeling the upgrade in sound.
Q: Does the Go Link 2 require separate charging?
A: No. The Go Link 2 draws power directly from your phone or computer via the USB-C port, has no built-in battery, and is plug-and-play.
THINK2 Warranty & Support
- Fast Shipping: In-stock items will be shipped within 24 business hours.
- Professional Technical Support: Our certified audio engineers provide consultation for installation, licensing, compatibility, and setup.
- Comprehensive Warranty & After-Sales Service: Includes both manufacturer warranty and THINK2 customer support.
※ Shipping times are calculated based on business days. Actual warranty follows the manufacturer’s policy. THINK2 provides integration and support assistance.
THINK2 Warranty & Return Policy
- With valid proof of purchase and product serial number, customers are entitled to manufacturer warranty and THINK2 after-sales service.
- DOA / Non-human defects: Within 7 days of purchase, after verification, customers may request return or replacement.
- Exclusions: Damages from misuse, unauthorized modification, consumable parts, natural disasters, or improper use beyond instructions.
- Application Process: Contact customer service during business hours for return instructions.
- Service Coverage: Taiwan region primarily; overseas based on logistics standards.
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