iFi iDSD Phantom – Streaming DAC and Tube Headphone Amplifier

A complete source, from streaming to headphones

Designed in England, the iFi iDSD Phantom replaces a network player, a DAC and a headphone amplifier on its own. Stream Qobuz, Tidal or Spotify directly, no computer needed. Its XLR and RCA line outputs also let it feed active speakers or an amplifier.

The sound you choose

In real time, switch from crisp, fast Solid-State mode to the more fluid Tube mode, with hand-matched NOS GE5670 valves, or to Tube+ for even richer warmth. The circuit stays fully balanced Class A in every mode.

iFi iDSD Phantom highlights

• DSD2048 Remastering – four Burr-Brown DSD1793 chips and a dedicated FPGA refine every file: more micro-detail and a more natural soundstage.
• JVCKENWOOD K2HD – restores harmonics lost in compressed files, for more lifelike timbre.
• Rare power reserves – precise control of high-impedance headphones and power-hungry planar models alike.
• Sound tailored to your headphones – XBass Pro adds bass without clouding the midrange, XSpace Pro takes the music out of your head.
• Easy every day – Roon Ready, AirPlay 2 and the iFi Nexis app, with over-the-air updates.

iFi iDSD Phantom specifications

• Type: streamer, DAC, headphone amplifier and preamplifier
• Formats: PCM 768 kHz, DSD512 (DSD2048 with Remastering)
• Balanced headphone power: ≥ 4,676 mW / 17.3 V (64 Ω); ≥ 564 mW / 18.4 V (600 Ω)
• Single-ended headphone power: ≥ 2,311 mW / 8.6 V (32 Ω); ≥ 144 mW / 9.3 V (600 Ω)
• Digital inputs: USB-B 3.0, 2 × USB-A, USB-C, coaxial, AES3, optical SC, RJ45, M12, BNC
• Headphone outputs: 3.5 mm, 4.4 mm, 4-pin XLR, 2 × 3-pin XLR, 2 × 6.3 mm
• Line outputs: balanced XLR (0-4.5 V Hi-Fi, 0-18 V Pro) and RCA (0-2.2 V Hi-Fi, 0-9 V Pro)
• Streaming: Qobuz Connect, Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect, Roon Ready, AirPlay 2, DLNA, UPnP
• SNR: ≥ 116 dBA (balanced, 600 Ω); ≥ 114 dBA (single-ended)
• Dynamic range: ≥ 116 dBA (balanced); ≥ 115 dBA (single-ended)
• THD+N: < 0.005% (balanced, 16 Ω); < 0.01% (single-ended)
• Output noise: < 30 μV (balanced); < 20 μV (single-ended)
• Power consumption: < 27 W idle, 75 W max.
• Dimensions and weight: 256 × 185 × 120 mm, 3.6 kg
• Included: iPower Elite 15V power supply, IR remote, Optibox, RCA cable, USB 3.0 cable, antenna, SC-SC optical cable
• Warranty: 2 years (European Union)

Who is it for?

The iDSD Phantom is made for audiophiles who want a reference headphone setup at the desk or in the living room, or a compact system centrepiece paired with active monitors or an amplifier.