{"product_id":"ifi-go-link-2-max","title":"iFi GO Link 2 Max USB Amp\/DAC","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"section-header--title\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual ESS Sabre DAC Chips: The GO link 2 Max is built around a pair of ESS Sabre DACs for outstanding channel separation. The result is concert-like realism and immersion, with precise placement of instruments and vocals across the soundstage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS-Balanced Technology: S-Balanced technology brings the benefits of balanced circuitry to a conventional single-ended headphone socket, cutting crosstalk between left and right channels in half. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDynamic Range Enhancement: Dynamic range measures the difference between the loudest and quietest sounds in your music. By unlocking Dynamic Range Enhancement, every moment in your music is more intense and engaging. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eiFi Nexis Support: Native support for theAndroid version of theiFi Nexis app allows instant access to digital filter optionsto fine-tune your listening experience, along with over-the-air updates, direct from your phone. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h1 heading-has-gradient\"\u003eBeautifully Balanced. \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte text-size-regular\"\u003eThe GO link 2 Max is a USB-C dongle that transforms your phone, laptop, or PC into a powerful high-resolution audio source - allowing it to reveal new layers of depth in your music. Offering up to 241mW of output power and balanced architecture for improved dynamics, lower noise, and greater sonic control, it brings out the best in your headphones - not only improving what you have, but delivering more as your system evolves.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte text-size-regular\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/Image_4_418e4c0e-fc77-4f5b-b9df-75849aadd7c4.jpg?v=1784217200\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte text-size-regular\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte text-size-regular\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"scroll-story-heading-aoddaa0xtyw1eu1lwtaigenblock1af0159caywq3\"\u003eDoubling Down. \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"scroll-story-body-aoddaa0xtyw1eu1lwtaigenblock1af0159caywq3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe engine driving this small but mighty machine is a pair of ESS Sabre DAC chips, selected for their impressive yet power-efficient performance in portable DACs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a single DAC chip dedicated to each audio channel, instrument separation and definition is elevated,with every musician placed with pinpoint precision in the GO link 2 Max’s expansive soundstage. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"scroll-story-heading-aoddaa0xtyw1eu1lwtaigenblock1af0159caywq3\"\u003eDynamics, Unlocked. \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"scroll-story-body-aoddaa0xtyw1eu1lwtaigenblock1af0159caywq3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve hacked the GO link 2’s DAC chips to unlock Dynamic Range Enhancement (DRE), giving +6dB additional range between the loudest and quietest moments in your music. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the gentle friction of fingers on guitar strings or brushes on a snare drum, to the triumphant crescendo of an orchestral peak or an anthemic final chorus, the GO link 2 Max brings music to life with electrifying vibrancy,making every moment more intense and engaging. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"scroll-story-heading-aoddaa0xtyw1eu1lwtaigenblock1af0159caywq3\"\u003eDistortion, Cut in Half. \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"scroll-story-body-aoddaa0xtyw1eu1lwtaigenblock1af0159caywq3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GO link 2 Max includes enhancements unlocked within the DAC chipset to minimise total harmonic distortion (THD), ensuring cleaner, purer listening. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdjusting how the DAC chips correct for these factors significantly reduces the 2nd and 3rd harmonics, pushing the GO link 2 Max’s performance even further, and cutting distortion by over 50% compared to the GO link Max.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/Image_5_7331bdab-b672-4ad8-bc29-2c1b8bde6a0d.jpg?v=1784217200\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h2\"\u003eElevated by Nexis. \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GO link 2 Max includes full compatibility with the iFi Nexis app. Firmware updates can be completed over-the-air in moments, without the need for downloading files or using desktop computers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition, iFi Nexis compatibility has opened the door to new customisation options. The GO link 2 Max offers two digital filter options – hybrid and linear – allowing users to fine-tune the sound profile to their tastes in real-time. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e*All iFi Nexis functionality – including firmware updates, filter selection and volume limiting – are additional features exclusive to Android devices.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/Image_6_579dc9ea-fa4d-47ac-b375-eb511dfdc963.jpg?v=1784217200\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h2\"\u003eCrystal Clarity. \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DAC chipsets used for conversion inside the GO link 2 Max benefit from “Quad DAC+” and “Time Domain Jitter Eliminator” technologies. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen combined with iFi’s dedicated GMT clock circuitry using a specialised crystal oscillator, this ensures ultra-low distortion, excellent clarity and impressive musical timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/Image_7_e1f67939-f845-4b50-8b08-37f50c2cf7c4.jpg?v=1784217200\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h3\"\u003eDo The Twist. \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GO link 2 Max features a silver-plated copper cable with individual polymer insulation, in a “twisted pair” design. This setup reduces inductance and capacitance - and aids with noise rejection. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnlike typical audio cables, the GO link 2 Max isn’t affected by interference from nearby electrical sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/Image_8_43341cc8-dab0-4332-b1ed-e2428f2989f8.jpg?v=1784217200\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h3\"\u003eAccurate Adjustment. \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike its competitors, the GO link 2 Max uses hardware-based volume control, allowing you to adjust the volume without reducing quality. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdjusting volume by software reduces volume by decreasing data sent to the DACs, stripping away all the details you’ve been searching for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/Image_9_7f65533e-ca47-439b-af50-1c6d67889717.jpg?v=1784217200\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"specs-header\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIGITAL INPUTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHI-RES SUPPORT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCM 384kHz; 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