--- product_id: 362992613 title: "iFi Hip-dac 3 Portable USB DAC Headphone Amplifier (Black Stealth)" brand: "ifi" price: "274792CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "I Fi" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/362992613-ifi-hip-dac-3-portable-usb-dac-headphone-amplifier-black store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # Separate USB-C inputs for charging & audio 32-bit/384kHz PCM & DSD256 hi-res audio Long-lasting battery for all-day use iFi Hip-dac 3 Portable USB DAC Headphone Amplifier (Black Stealth) **Brand:** ifi **Price:** 274792CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your sound game with stealthy power and precision — don’t just listen, experience it. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** iFi Hip-dac 3 Portable USB DAC Headphone Amplifier (Black Stealth) by ifi - **How much does it cost?** 274792CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/362992613-ifi-hip-dac-3-portable-usb-dac-headphone-amplifier-black) ## 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 - • **XBass Bass Tuning:** Tailor your low-end response to match your headphones and elevate your music’s impact. - • **True Native DAC Mastery:** Experience bit-perfect playback across all digital formats for pristine sound clarity. - • **Stealthy Matte Black Design:** Sleek aluminum enclosure with matching hardware that screams premium and discreet style. - • **Plug & Play USB-C Convenience:** Dual USB-C ports separate charging and audio data for uninterrupted, hassle-free listening. - • **PowerMatch & iEMatch Controls:** Customize gain and output to perfectly suit any headphone, from sensitive IEMs to power-hungry over-ears. ## Overview The iFi Hip-dac 3 Portable USB DAC Headphone Amplifier (Black Stealth) delivers state-of-the-art hi-res audio decoding (32-bit/384kHz PCM, DSD256, full MQA) in a sleek matte black aluminum chassis. Featuring separate USB-C inputs for charging and audio, customizable gain and output settings, and bass tuning, it offers audiophile-grade sound quality on the go. Perfect for professionals seeking uncompromised portable audio performance with a stylish edge. ## Description Buy iFi Hip-dac 3 Portable USB DAC Headphone Amplifier (Black Stealth): Amplifiers - desertcart.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Review: A simple yet powerful DAC that works without any complications - Outstanding power. Simple interface. Quality sound. Great price point. If I didn't already have a solid desktop headphones amp, I would be using this as my home headphones amp. But it is much better than I expected for a portable amp. Very happy with this purchase. The volume control is a very nice and satisfying feel. The Bass Boost and Gain controls are easy. But mostly unneeded depending on your headphones. Charge lasts a bunch of hours. I don't actually know how long it lasts because I haven't seen it run out. But I enjoyed a six hour flight with no issue including airport time. I have a Google Pixel 7 and I run PlexAmp. I did not have to make any changes to any settings. USB-C plug and play right from the jump. I do wish there was a way to attach it to my phone. I haven't found any third party solutions and the Traveler bag from iFi did not work for me. Review: Incredible DAC – Wish I’d Chose This To Begin With! - I normally don’t write reviews, but after tens of hours of exhausting research, buying and returning multiple DACs, I had to share my experience. I hope this saves others from the long, frustrating process I went through. I wanted a DAC to use with my Ipod Touch 7 (my beloved music source.) DACs I Tried (And Returned) FiiO BTR7 You're paying extra for Bluetooth, which I didn’t want—I will only use with wired for best sound quality. Quality is lost with bluetooth. The app wouldn't connect this DAC to phone/ipod, and the menu was impossible to understand. Chose English language and still every screen showed multiple languages- I had no idea what I was doing. Manual is useless. Email to the company for assistance- after a week no reply. Sound quality improvement with Etymotic ER-4P and other headphones IEM and over the head- meh. Returning it. Chord Mojo 2 Did tons of research, bought a special cord for my iPod—nowhere does it say this DAC is NOT compatible with Apple ipod/phone. Even with the battery charged, my iPod said: “Device not usable—more power needed”. Returning it—huge disappointment. Nothing worked well for my needs—until I found this one. The Game Changer: iFi Hip DAC 3 💥 WOW. This blew me away! Here’s why: ✅ Works perfectly with my iPod Touch 7 (and Apple devices) ✅ Massive sound quality improvement—I was shocked! ✅ Simple, intuitive design—no confusing menus ✅ Great build quality—not bulky for on-the-go use ✅ Fantastic volume knob—easy to adjust without accidental changes Unexpected Surprise I have a Marshall Stockwell II portable speaker. I didn’t expect any improvement using the DAC with it. (Wired to Ipod touch 7.) Plugged it in—sound level boosted & quality was night and day. Final Thoughts After all the frustration, this was the only DAC that truly impressed me (wish I could have at least heard the Mojo 2). Absolutely worth the price—I wouldn’t hesitate to buy it again. Highly recommended for anyone looking for great wired sound quality without the hassle! This does not have blue tooth- which I didn't want as the degrades the sound quality- but if that's what you're looking for this is not for you. ## Features - Exclusive Stealth Edition featuring a matte black finish and robust aluminum enclosure - Matching matte black hardware - Revised internal power supply components for quieter operation - True Native DAC – bit-perfect performance with every digital format - State of the art hi-res audio – 32-bit/384kHz PCM, DSD256 and full MQA decoding - Separate USB-C inputs for audio data and charging - Fully balanced 4.4mm and S-Balanced* 3.5mm headphone outputs - PowerMatch – adjust gain to satisfy power-hungry headphones - iEMatch – optimise output to suit super-sensitive in-ear monitors - XBass – tune bass response to match headphone type ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0DG99K4G3 | | Best Sellers Rank | #21,337 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #42 in Headphone Amps | | Brand | iFi | | Brand Name | iFi | | Compatible Devices | Smartphones, tablets, computers with USB-C port | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,185 Reviews | | Included Components | Quick Start Guide, Instruction Card, USB-A to USB-C Cable, USB-C to USB-C Cable | | Interface | USB | | Interface Type | USB | | Item Weight | 0.2 kg | | Manufacturer | Abbingdon Music research | | Material | Aluminum, Plastic | | Material Type | Aluminum, Plastic | | Model | 0312019 | | Number of Channels | 2 | | Number of Pins | 34 | | Part Number | 0312019 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | 12 months | ## Product Details - **Brand:** iFi - **Interface Type:** USB - **Mounting Type:** Portable,Usb - **Number of Channels:** 2 - **Number of Pins:** 8 ## Images ![iFi Hip-dac 3 Portable USB DAC Headphone Amplifier (Black Stealth) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Dvgik-5ML.jpg) ![iFi Hip-dac 3 Portable USB DAC Headphone Amplifier (Black Stealth) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51nNuzaF-4L.jpg) ![iFi Hip-dac 3 Portable USB DAC Headphone Amplifier (Black Stealth) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41U778eDnQL.jpg) ![iFi Hip-dac 3 Portable USB DAC Headphone Amplifier (Black Stealth) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41+wFMQDm6L.jpg) ![iFi Hip-dac 3 Portable USB DAC Headphone Amplifier (Black Stealth) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31KEfaXDIRL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: To connect to my macbook's usb-c port, would i need to purchase a male-to-male cord? photo looks like a male usb-c to female usb-a is included.** A: That male usb-c to female usb-a in the package is enough to connect to Macbook. I can connect to my macbook pro without any issue for spotify, tidal. **Q: Is this worth it over the fiio q3?** A: The Hip Dac 2 has many improvements over the original Hip Dac and the FIIO, the most significant is full MQA decoding. You will see the biggest improvement over the Q3 if you are streaming using Tidal Masters. **Q: Does it work with 250 ohm headphoe** A: Impedance is not the only factor that matters. You also have to look at the sensitivity of the headphone. But Yes. generally it should work without any problem as this device is meant to be used with 300 Ohms DD headphones like HD600/800S **Q: Is this item returnable?** A: yes ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A simple yet powerful DAC that works without any complications *by D***. on July 27, 2026* Outstanding power. Simple interface. Quality sound. Great price point. If I didn't already have a solid desktop headphones amp, I would be using this as my home headphones amp. But it is much better than I expected for a portable amp. Very happy with this purchase. The volume control is a very nice and satisfying feel. The Bass Boost and Gain controls are easy. But mostly unneeded depending on your headphones. Charge lasts a bunch of hours. I don't actually know how long it lasts because I haven't seen it run out. But I enjoyed a six hour flight with no issue including airport time. I have a Google Pixel 7 and I run PlexAmp. I did not have to make any changes to any settings. USB-C plug and play right from the jump. I do wish there was a way to attach it to my phone. I haven't found any third party solutions and the Traveler bag from iFi did not work for me. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Incredible DAC – Wish I’d Chose This To Begin With! *by J***I on March 16, 2025* I normally don’t write reviews, but after tens of hours of exhausting research, buying and returning multiple DACs, I had to share my experience. I hope this saves others from the long, frustrating process I went through. I wanted a DAC to use with my Ipod Touch 7 (my beloved music source.) DACs I Tried (And Returned) FiiO BTR7 You're paying extra for Bluetooth, which I didn’t want—I will only use with wired for best sound quality. Quality is lost with bluetooth. The app wouldn't connect this DAC to phone/ipod, and the menu was impossible to understand. Chose English language and still every screen showed multiple languages- I had no idea what I was doing. Manual is useless. Email to the company for assistance- after a week no reply. Sound quality improvement with Etymotic ER-4P and other headphones IEM and over the head- meh. Returning it. Chord Mojo 2 Did tons of research, bought a special cord for my iPod—nowhere does it say this DAC is NOT compatible with Apple ipod/phone. Even with the battery charged, my iPod said: “Device not usable—more power needed”. Returning it—huge disappointment. Nothing worked well for my needs—until I found this one. The Game Changer: iFi Hip DAC 3 💥 WOW. This blew me away! Here’s why: ✅ Works perfectly with my iPod Touch 7 (and Apple devices) ✅ Massive sound quality improvement—I was shocked! ✅ Simple, intuitive design—no confusing menus ✅ Great build quality—not bulky for on-the-go use ✅ Fantastic volume knob—easy to adjust without accidental changes Unexpected Surprise I have a Marshall Stockwell II portable speaker. I didn’t expect any improvement using the DAC with it. (Wired to Ipod touch 7.) Plugged it in—sound level boosted & quality was night and day. Final Thoughts After all the frustration, this was the only DAC that truly impressed me (wish I could have at least heard the Mojo 2). Absolutely worth the price—I wouldn’t hesitate to buy it again. Highly recommended for anyone looking for great wired sound quality without the hassle! This does not have blue tooth- which I didn't want as the degrades the sound quality- but if that's what you're looking for this is not for you. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ useful, sounds excellent, high value *by M***N on November 19, 2022* PIC: Under the phone is the HipDac 2. I bought the original HipDac and liked it so much getting the HipDac2 was a no brainer. The HipDac is the most powerful, portable and flexible DAC you can buy for under $200. Despite it being geared for headphone mobile us, after looking at the specs and the capabilities, I literally found it to be a quite capable desktop DAC. The only drawback in doing so is having to use a 3mm headphone jack for output to the rest of my stereo chain. I listen to Spotify or Tidal all day in my home office. I use the premium subscriptions for each Spotify for playlist listening, Tidal for reviewing artists and previewing for vinyl purchases. The HipDac goes into other low cost gear...from the HipDac it goes to a Fosi MM tube pre-amp that also doubles as a signal pre. From there it loops through a Bellari EQ570 and on to a Nobsound 6p1 tube amp. (Rolled to HQ tubes) from there out to the very excellent Wharfdale 80th Anniversary Dentons. I use the line matching button and extra bass, I run the level on the HipDac at about 1 o'clock and control the overall volume at the amp. Some caveats of using it as a HiFi system DAC. The major drawback is getting the streaming audio to it takes up some space on the rack. Yes, you can use a phone, PC, laptop or tablet but for phones and tablets, it is problematic to charge and play at the same time. I have had inconsistent success doing so with both Android and iOS devices. I ended up sticking with a Lenovo tablet and using USB Audio Player Pro's custom android audio driver for Tidal and native spotify use. USBAPP drive will take over chores and provide bit perfect streaming with their Tidal implementation. Using spotify native app is pretty much seamless. The Lenovo gives me 12-14 hours of playing time. Spotify premium allows 320 kbits steaming and frankly for all day listening I find Spotify audio quality very consistent and non-fatiguing. Plus they have excellent playlists for office/work music. Tidal MQA works well and is extremely high quality, so much so it will show you the true levels of the recordings complete with all the scratchy instrument hairballs and magnetic dust bunnies. This detail can be fatiguing to listen to. There is a learning curve to getting the highest audio quality possible for least amount of $$ possible. If you are into that quest the HipDac2 is a good place to start regardless how you use it, it is simply a really good device. If it is your first time using a DAC you discover things in your favorite music, in the recording and in the voices of singers and instruments that you never heard before because you were listening to a crappy DAC and low resolution stream. If you are already a long time audiophile and want to move beyond the limitations of wireless headphone listening or phone onboard DACS you will. be rewarded. ## Frequently Bought Together - iFi Hip-dac2 - Portable Balanced DAC Headphone Amplifier for Android, iPhone with USB Input Only/Outputs: 3.5mm Unbalanced / 4.4mm Balanced – MQA Decoder - Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter - Miter Case for iFi Hip-dac/Hip-dac2/Hip-dac 3 Portable dac, Handmade Italy Artificial PU Leather Case Cover for HipDac 3 (Black) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/362992613-ifi-hip-dac-3-portable-usb-dac-headphone-amplifier-black](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/362992613-ifi-hip-dac-3-portable-usb-dac-headphone-amplifier-black) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-08-04*