The world’s first ultraportable DAC with K2HD Technology

Merging artistry and Japanese swordsmanship with cutting-edge audio technology, the GO Bar Kensei is the world’s first ultraportable DAC with K2HD technology to bring listeners closer to the original recordings of their favourite music.

iFi GO bar Kensei Portable DAC/amp overview

K2HD Technology

At the heart of the iFi GO Bar Kensei lies the revolutionary K2HD Technology, a hallmark of audio perfection. Developed by JVCKENWOOD's sound engineers, K2HD Technology works to restore music to the same quality as the original master, reviving it with the rich, natural harmonics lost during digitalisation. This advanced processing, coupled with the GO Bar Kensei's dedication to perfection, ensures that every note resonates with depth and clarity.

iFi GO bar Kensei Portable DAC/amp K2 Technology

Enhanced Circuitry & Connections

The GO Bar Kensei offers a tailored, personal experience for the listener thanks to four digital filter options as well as XBass+ and XSpace options to create a more accurate bass response and spacious sound field. An enhanced power and clock circuitry produces a wider soundstage, more detail and a more robust bass to appease the pickiest of audiophiles. Equipped with a 4.4mm balanced output, a symmetrical twin-mono output stage, and a formidable 477mW maximum output power, the GO Bar Kensei delivers audio performance that exceeds expectations. Additionally, iEMatch fine tunes the output levels for sensitive IEMs while Turbo Mode adds 6dB for hungrier headphones.

iFi GO bar Kensei Portable DAC/amp Enhance Circuitry

Design steeped in Japanese history

Crafted from Japanese Stainless Steel for maximum rigidity, the GO Bar Kensei draws upon inspiration from the craftsmanship of a Kensei's legendary blade. With meticulous attention to detail, each component of this ultraportable DAC embodies the essence of excellence, delivering music in its purest form.

FEATURES

Featuring JVC's 'K2 HD Technology,' it enhances audio by extending bits, expanding bandwidth, and correcting waveforms, ultimately enhancing audio quality approaching master recordings
Hi-res audio: 32-bit/384kHz PCM, native DSD, and full MQA decoding
4.4mm balanced output with the symmetrical twin-mono output stage
Four digital filters, XBass+, and XSpace analog processing modes – tailor the sound to suit your music and headphone type
iEMatch and Turbo mode – perfect output matching for sensitive or power-hungry headphones
With enhanced power and clock circuitry, it surpasses the original GO bar in audio quality
Precision-made stainless-steel enclosure for enhanced EMI shielding
Wooden presentation box

iFi GO bar Kensei Portable DAC/amp Overview with Box

Comparison

	GO bar Kensei	GOld bar – 10th Anniversary	GO bar
Material	Japanese Stainless Steel for maximum rigidity	Copper	Aluminium Alloy
K2HD Technology	Yes	No	No
Clock	Ultra-Low Jitter	Standard Low Jitter	Standard Low Jitter
Power supply	Enhanced	Enhanced	Standard
Presentation	Engraved Wooden Box	Eco-Packaging	Eco-Packaging
XBass+ & XSpace	Yes
Digital filters	Yes
iEMatch	Yes
Turbo mode	Yes
Headphone outputs	4.4mm Balanced, 3.5mm S-Bal
Power (4.4mm)	475mW @ 32Ω; 7.2V @ 600Ω
Power (3.5mm)	300mW @ 32Ω; 3.8V @ 600Ω
Formats supported	DSD256, PCM 384kHz, MQA Decoder
Input	USB-C

IN THE BOX

GO bar Kensei
Lightning to USB-C Cable
USB-C OTG Cable
USB-C to USB-A Adapter
Quick Start Guide
Instruction Card
Leather Travel Case

iFi GO bar Kensei Portable DAC/amp