Ifi Audio Uno

Not sure what a DAC is, but know you want better sound quality for your music, movies, games, podcasts and YouTube guilty pleasures?

Then the new iFi One is for you.

All devices that act as digital sound sources use a built-in DAC (digital-to-analogue converter) to convert the digital information on your source device (your computer, tablet or smartphone) into music that you can listen to through speakers or headphones. External DACs sound much better than the standard DACs used inside these devices.

Imagine the difference in quality between a standard TV and an 8K Ultra HD TV, but in sound! This is the difference an external DAC makes to your music.

The iFi One will boost your sound. Everything will sound more powerful, more detailed and more real.

Connect the iFi Uno via the USB-C input to your Windows PC, Apple Mac, smartphone or tablet. It doesn't need a power supply, as it receives power and audio data from the source it's connected to.

• Music mode unlocks detailed and engaging sound from all your favourite artists. Listen while you work.
  
• Movie mode enhances the clarity of dialogue when you stream must-see movies and TV shows. Never miss a moment.
  
• Game mode makes low-level sound effects crystal clear. Always hear your enemies coming and storms brewing. Simply use the button on the front panel to cycle through the three settings. Illuminated logos on the top of the iFi One indicate the chosen mode.

The iFi Uno supports different file formats: 32-bit/384 kHz PCM, DSD256 and fully native MQA.

• PCM: Pulse Code Modulation is the file format used in CD, DVD, Blu-ray and other digital audio applications. It is the next step up from MP3.
• DSD: Direct Stream Digital is a very high quality audio format, better than CD quality. The higher the number (sampling frequency), the better the recording: DSD64, 128, 256, 512 and 1024. Fully native means that it has not been altered in any way from the original recording.
• MQA: Master Quality Authenticated is an award-winning audio technology that allows music fans to stream the original master recording in their home, car or mobile device. With the iFi One you can listen to MQA straight out of the box. Simply connect to Tidal Masters and check the option to stream MQA.

The iFi One builds on our ten years of experience and the advanced specification of the DAC chip it contains to unlock high-end features that are rarely implemented.

Adjustable analogue gain with DRE (Dynamic Range Enhancement) plus technologies to minimise THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) and crosstalk and a selection of digital filters can be accessed via the front panel buttons allowing you to adjust the sound of the iFi Uno to your liking.

In short, whether you simply use the Mode functions or choose to play more, the iFi Uno will make the audio sound clearer, minimise any interference and simply give you a better entertainment experience across the board.

Uno's analogue circuitry is as vital to the super-charged sound quality it delivers as its digital technology.

The headphone amplifier feeds a 3.5mm jack on the front, which incorporates iFi's S-Balanced configuration to reduce noise and crosstalk. The stereo RCA output on the rear also benefits from our ability to deliver high-quality audio circuitry in remarkably affordable devices.

All analogue outputs are gold-plated to resist corrosion and maintain conductivity over time.

Most DACs still use digital volume control; ours is analogue. Why is this special? When you reduce the volume on other DACs, it removes data from the song or soundtrack. With analogue volume control, it reduces the volume while maintaining quality.

And finally, there's PowerMatch: this ensures you always have the right amount of power to control the headphones you're using.

You can count on iFi One to deliver great sound for everyone.