iFi Go Link DAC Review - A Tiny Powerhouse

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  • @rickgear2579
    @rickgear2579 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I just bought this to hook up to my Sennheiser PC38X. I found that it the volume was too low at max when connected to my PC. I hope that this will increase the volume.

  • @oldrock80
    @oldrock80 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Will this produce good sound with Audio-Technica M40x ?

    • @GadgetryTech
      @GadgetryTech  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      absolutely. It's clean and get's pretty loud!

    • @oldrock80
      @oldrock80 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you. @@GadgetryTech

    • @GadgetryTech
      @GadgetryTech  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@oldrock80 you bet

    • @divye.ruhela
      @divye.ruhela ปีที่แล้ว

      Just the question I was looking for! Thanks!

  • @knarrie1966
    @knarrie1966 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I have bought it after your review. Thanks, I'm happy with it

  • @CB-bo3tm
    @CB-bo3tm 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I bought this one today, but I am not able to find any difference with the audio quality. Probably I am doing something wrong.
    I just connected it to my Honor 8 Pro and iPhone 7 plus and played some music on VLC on both. The difference between connecting my KZ EDX Pro IEM directly to the phones or having the DAC in between made no difference to me. (My ear cannot perceive the difference!!??)

  • @hardkore180
    @hardkore180 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have the go link conected to ps5 and the sound is so quiet 😢 how can i fix it?

  • @tntlcompilations7081
    @tntlcompilations7081 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm planing to buy this just because my usb-c to 3.5 adapters always break. Also I messed up the headphone jack on my old laptop so that USBA adapter would help me

  • @izlord50
    @izlord50 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Would love to see you review the new go bar kensei

  • @greatmind3823
    @greatmind3823 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Will this play with wired carplay

  • @mdicosmo
    @mdicosmo ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great review, but - from very quick checks only - I have to say I hear a difference compared to the Apple DAC (running on iPhone, Plexamp, FLAC 44/16, Shure SE846). Feeling sorry I haven't got this earlier.

  • @CrossoverClassic
    @CrossoverClassic ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Will any of these work with ipod touch? My current dac does not power up when i plugged it into my dac

  • @dhuwdhuwdhuw
    @dhuwdhuwdhuw 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    hmm I dont get the lightning adapter in the box.

  • @AndrewWardell
    @AndrewWardell ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If you buy this, I highly recommend updating the firmware to the latest version (1.8.0 as of July 2023).

    • @bharathbabur8559
      @bharathbabur8559 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am using this with my smart phone. How to update the firmware

    • @AndrewWardell
      @AndrewWardell ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bharathbabur8559 You need a Windows computer (because iFi haven’t implemented MacOS firmware updates). If you go to iFi’s download portal on said PC, pick the Go-Link from the drop-down menu that appears, then enter your serial number (on the little QR-code on the Go-Link’s main body) it’ll give you the Windows drivers, the three current available firmware packages, and a set of instructions to follow for applying them. 1.8.0 is still the most recent as of yesterday.

    • @xodox2505
      @xodox2505 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How can i update?

  • @davidbarbour5153
    @davidbarbour5153 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have an ipod classic with a 40 pin connector. Can i use this with that ipod?

  • @Narcis.N
    @Narcis.N ปีที่แล้ว

    Help pleaseee, my dac doesn’t show the magenta color when i play an MQA song anymore, i am using it on my phone..

  • @bharathbabur8559
    @bharathbabur8559 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    The DAC does not support the track, volume change and the mic function and however, I am making phone call using this. You can hear opposite person's voice through your IEM ear pieces and your voice pass to her/him through the phone's mic. Keep the phone nearest possible to your mouth. Following this you can manage the calls even if your earphone or IEM doesn't have the mic. The cons are (1) The type c usb plug case is larger than the type c plug. You need to remove the phone's case to use this DAC. (2) The LED indicator is very bright, and you will feel very annoying using at bed during night.

    • @whatyouwanttosellmetoday559
      @whatyouwanttosellmetoday559 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I just found a adapter from smallrig that is dedicated for rigging your phone as a professional camera and it routes the usb c on the back of the phone and i use it with the go link. It changed it for being rarely used to daily.

  • @AdityaRaj-gh2jd
    @AdityaRaj-gh2jd 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    does this DAC produces jitter while listening at full volumes on laptops at 32bit 384khz studio quality

  • @mortus7591
    @mortus7591 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know it is older video but i have question would this ifi dongle be upgrade over my meridian explorer 2

  • @ONESIXTHCAVE
    @ONESIXTHCAVE ปีที่แล้ว

    Anyone know how to get it to work with my iphone? I connected the lightning adapter and plugged it into my phone and all I get is the internal speakers playing the music NOT through my headphones?!

  • @atpav7265
    @atpav7265 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I plan on buying a H6PRO Open so what amp should i get, for the open to have higher output volume, as i will probably need On Budget please

  • @ahmadmatar2698
    @ahmadmatar2698 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Was willing to buy a fiio k3 for my focal elegia
    If i buy the ifi link instead do you think i would be missing something?

    • @GadgetryTech
      @GadgetryTech  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The Fiio K3 has a gain switch, bass boost, and physical volume knob. Those are all features I love, so if you have the space and ability to use a unit like the K3, I would stick with that.

  • @myspace04
    @myspace04 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Would love a review on Fiio KA11 DAC. And comparison with ifi go link.

    • @vidalskyociosen3326
      @vidalskyociosen3326 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes, if you one please send the link here, thank you.

  • @pistopit7142
    @pistopit7142 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How does it compare to dragonfly cobalt?

  • @MrTee3three
    @MrTee3three 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The Apple Lightning/3.5MM is an active DAC? Does high bitrate audio really make it as far as the cable for decoding? I assumed at this price the DAC was happening in software or hardware onboard the iPhone?

  • @Ivanical
    @Ivanical ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Samsung phones are a bit picky on these things. Did you get to try it on a samsung phone?

    • @GadgetryTech
      @GadgetryTech  ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfortunately I was not able to try this as I know longer have a Samsung phone in the house. I tested on Android tablets. I'd suggest scouring a few customer reviews to see if anyone is reporting an issue with Samsung devices on this DAC, or considering purchasing at a place where a return is possible if it does not work for you. Best of luck!

    • @c.carrillo7813
      @c.carrillo7813 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It works fine on my Samsung fold 4 and all Android devices. Hope this helps!

    • @veikkahakulinen6526
      @veikkahakulinen6526 ปีที่แล้ว

      Will not work on my Tab A8!

  • @waggingtailluna
    @waggingtailluna 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am an keen audio enthusiast. But, this lil dongle DAC(Ifi Go Link) didn't make any difference to my music quality listening from my phone(Asus Rog 5s + Apple Music + Truthear Hola). The inbuilt DAC in the phone I think it is of the same grade / class if not better. I was expecting greatly from it after hearing praises from prominent reviewers about it. What could be the issue here?

    • @jaredtzp7466
      @jaredtzp7466 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Necesitas una app que haga bit perfect para que realmente notes la diferencia como hiby music o usb player pro

    • @waggingtailluna
      @waggingtailluna 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@jaredtzp7466 Write in English please, my good man 🙏

  • @DamianNocun
    @DamianNocun ปีที่แล้ว

    is it only me who can not use MQA (magenta light) on Tidal using Iphone 14 Pro ? Is there any fix please ?

  • @pavelpavlov954
    @pavelpavlov954 ปีที่แล้ว

    The 3 pin jack is not balanced connection.Balanced connection is three pin but carry only single channel information but the three wires are used in completely different wiring.Balanced connection can be found mainly with XLR or TRS connectors not 3.6mm jack....

  • @minhn2888
    @minhn2888 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Might be a dumb question but would this improve headset mic quality?

  • @HuggyBearHikes
    @HuggyBearHikes ปีที่แล้ว

    Would this be a good fit for plugging into my car stereo aux port?

  • @HiCZoK
    @HiCZoK 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is this still a good simple recommendation if I want to use with senns hd490 pro? (maybe, it's a50 vs hd490pro for now... I am looking for comfortable headset/headphone for ps5 and pc)
    I would just have it constantly plugged to the headphones and either connect to front of ps5 or front of pc.
    I like the simplicity of it

  • @adarshwhynot
    @adarshwhynot ปีที่แล้ว

    Can ifi go link drive Beyerdynamic Tygr 300r easily on windows and Android?

  • @m4nc1n1
    @m4nc1n1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can any of them you had in the video handle 300 Ohm headphones like the 6XX?

    • @oskarizardgaming9884
      @oskarizardgaming9884 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hey I know this is a super old comment, but the Ifi Go Link works extremely well with my DT 770 Pros (250 Ohm). From my understanding, it should be able to power the Sennheiser 6XX series with ease :)

  • @axelrivas2914
    @axelrivas2914 ปีที่แล้ว

    Quick question can I connect this to a ps5 usb and 3.5mm jack to a pc so I can used a headset from the pc? PS. Sorry for my English I’m still learning

    • @JB-kg9we
      @JB-kg9we ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you find an answer to this?

  • @MPaul-wm6vt
    @MPaul-wm6vt ปีที่แล้ว

    im using the go bar With senhesier ie 900's, Pretty good sound

  • @CalleoPelias
    @CalleoPelias ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm listening on a 3.5mm to 2.5mm geekria balanced adapter. Like 8 bucks on amzon

  • @john8451
    @john8451 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You say that for $60 you are getting great sonic performance yet you also that say in a blind test you wouldn’t notice much difference from the standard Apple dongle!

  • @yuvper
    @yuvper 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Does this works on ps5

    • @jio-lito
      @jio-lito 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      He said it on the video.

    • @yuvper
      @yuvper 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@jio-lito need to watch it again

    • @pablovaldez5550
      @pablovaldez5550 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      6:29

  • @greccoox
    @greccoox ปีที่แล้ว

    Joe thanks to never stop the videos, and always put hard work and consistency on it.
    One question, how do you handle with devices that don't turn off, apparently this to me is a big selling point, like I don't want disconnect my dacs/dongles all the time, but also I dont want see the lights on, even without headph. connected, so to me is a basic check mark if I buy something... has to have on/off feature. But how do you handle that?

    • @GadgetryTech
      @GadgetryTech  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hi, and thanks so much! I usually use devices that turn off via a switch or have USB ports that shut off when the device is powered off. If you don't want to see the light, the cheap (not best looking) mod is to put a small piece of tape over it. You can also place a small black dot over it with a sharpie to dull the light.
      Typically my room is light up like a holiday special half the time so I don't notice the lights as much lol

  • @AssilAk
    @AssilAk ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice Review! Do you have a Recommendation for a amp for ps5 which isn’t all that expensive? Thanks!

    • @GadgetryTech
      @GadgetryTech  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      For a cheap one for PS5, this one is pretty nice: amzn.to/3MTXNEQ
      Otherwise if you want more features like a 10 band EQ, you can buy the new SteelSeries Game DAC separately now. It's the one that normally powers the Nova Pro headsets.

  • @vanalamb55
    @vanalamb55 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    awesome detailed but understandable and fair review.

  • @Noneya5555
    @Noneya5555 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I've purchased 4 iFi products in the past, and had issues with 3 of them. I ended up returning 2 of them - and wishing I'd returned the 3rd one (and haven't bought any others since). The company seems to focus on making and selling feature-rich products that produce more power.
    But with the ones I bought, there were issues that seemed to stem from either insufficient QA, or an inability of the product (dac/amp combo) to work well when using both the features and higher-powered settings in tandem. And the issues you pointed out with build quality of the Go Link when plugging in a headphone, or into a source reminded me of the ones I experienced with my products.
    I would advice potential buyers to be wary of iFi products, and to purchase them only from vendors such as Amazon, that offer free and no-haggle returns of defective products. 😕

    • @greccoox
      @greccoox ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Perfect point, iFi Go link I bought, the usb conector and the 3.5 was so hard to connect and after listen music was hot with just simple gaming low impedance headphone.
      iFi Uno, I bought, fit good in my desk and was so nice, but small crack and pop sound when i watched youtube videos(when I skip time stamp).
      No more iFi products for me. Meanwhile i bought 2 Fiio products (Q11, K5) and worked perfect, i mean, perfect!

  • @xPenitentOne
    @xPenitentOne ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dashing fit Joe! Gonna check this one out now, gotta love it 🎉

    • @GadgetryTech
      @GadgetryTech  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol thanks! I was feeling fresh

    • @xPenitentOne
      @xPenitentOne ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GadgetryTech you're fresh my man🔥

  • @Lockke_
    @Lockke_ ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Boosty boost cause quality

  • @robertfoster3214
    @robertfoster3214 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Joe good review

  • @martinvegas1327
    @martinvegas1327 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just bought one thanks👍

  • @s7v7nfiv5
    @s7v7nfiv5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Decent product but most definitely not worth it, bought their hip dac 2 and six months later their usb cable started to malfunction and here the kicker..their 'technical support" is non existent, about 7 emails later directly through their website (only way to reach their "support") still getting some robot named jesse to no conclusion, its just a usb cable! Just ship the dam thing! You have my address! Jesus crocks!

  • @pistopit7142
    @pistopit7142 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have ifi Go Blu.The built quality is horrible. This one looks even worst, I can already see point of failure on cable ends over time.

  • @Nordi1_0745
    @Nordi1_0745 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can Go Link drive my akg k701 and HD600 headphones? Thanks