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Testseek.co.uk have collected 21 expert reviews of the iFi Audio xDSD and the average rating is 88%. Scroll down and see all reviews for iFi Audio xDSD.
 
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The editors liked

  • Vast file support
  • Decent battery life
  • Clean
  • Well-balanced sound
  • Incredibly easy to set up
  • Supports MQA and Bluetooth aptX/AAC
  • Comparatively cheap versus the Mojo+Poly
  • Brilliant specification for use on the move
  • Lively yet forgiving sound
  • Handsome looks

The editors didn't like

  • Needs greater rhythmic precision
  • Lacks class-leading insight
  • Design attracts fingerprints
  • Doesn't sound as good as the Mojo+Poly
  • Slightly less capable in fixed use
  • First class fingerprint trap
  • Possible compatibility issues with some devices

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  Published: 2019-08-15, review by: hifipig.com

  • Abstract:  Do you remember your very first mp3 player, with just a few megabytes of storage and lousy DAC and amplifier? Luckily things have changed considerably since then, though there is still much to be improved on in a large number of today's DAPs, whether that...

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  Published: 2019-03-07, Author: What , review by: whathifi.com

  • Vast file support, Decent battery life, Clean, well-balanced sound,
  • Needs greater rhythmic precision, Lacks class-leading insight,
  • The iFi xDSD isn't the first portable DAC to come up against the Chord Mojo and fall short of its brilliance, and it probably won't be the last. But its own triumphs - vast file support, portability and a generally agreeable sound - make it a commendable...

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  Published: 2018-09-28, review by: avforums.com

  • Brilliant specification for use on the move, Lively yet forgiving sound, Handsome looks
  • Slightly less capable in fixed use, First class fingerprint trap, Possible compatibility issues with some devices
  • It doesn't take too long in the company of the xDSD to realise that this is a very considered attempt by iFi to ‘out Mojo the Mojo.' The nature of the specification, the features and design has clearly been assembled to be the best portable DAC you can ge...

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  Published: 2018-09-20, review by: expertreviews.co.uk

  • Incredibly easy to set up, Supports MQA and Bluetooth aptX/AAC, Comparatively cheap versus the Mojo+Poly
  • Design attracts fingerprints, Doesn't sound as good as the Mojo+Poly
  • The xDSD is an incredibly impressive DAC and drastically improves your smartphone audio...

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  Published: 2018-09-11, Author: Hi-Fi , review by: hifichoicemag.com

  • The xDSD justifies its price on sound quality alone, delivering a variety of musical styles with admirable clarity and precision. Its slimline design is well suited to mobile use, especially with the inclusion of Bluetooth, helping to reduce clutter when...

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  Published: 2018-09-11, Author: Hi-Fi , review by: hifichoicemag.com

  • The xDSD justifies its price on sound quality alone, delivering a variety of musical styles with admirable clarity and precision. Its slimline design is well suited to mobile use, especially with the inclusion of Bluetooth, helping to reduce clutter when...

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  Published: 2019-02-07, review by: innerfidelity.com

  • Abstract:  The units I'm talking about are the xDSD ($399 USD) and xCAN ($299 USD), which are essentially two flavors of portable Bluetooth DAC/AMP. If you're puzzled about where the Bluetooth fits into these units, rest assured, I was as well. Unlike the Chord Poly...

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  Published: 2018-10-15, Author: Carlo , review by: hometheaterhifi.com

  • Gorgeous looking alloy casing, Can decode almost anything, including MQA, Bluetooth connection was solid, “3D+” and “XBass+” processing can be useful
  • Included OTG cable sets, Better drive capability for more difficult headphones
  • iFi Audio xDSD – Great music from a tiny setup.The fine sounding XDSD packs a heck of a lot of audio goodness into its snazzy little chassis.LikesGorgeous looking alloy casing.Can decode almost anything, including MQA.Bluetooth connection was solid.“3D+”...

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  Published: 2018-09-28, Author: Steph , review by: majorhifi.com

  • Abstract:  Two different DACs from the same company are separated in price by about $200. They are about the same size and cater to a similar audiophile. But is the jump from the iFi Nano iDSD Black Label to the iFi xDSD worth the extra cash? Today I'll try to answe...

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  Published: 2018-08-16, Author: Sade , review by: majorhifi.com

  • Abstract:  Approved by the Expert Imaging and Sound Association, the following headphones and digital analog converters are well-deserving of their hi-fi recognition making them a must try on your list. Award-Winning EISA Headphones & DACs for the Particular Audioph...

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