{"product_id":"ifi-go-bar-kensei","title":"iFi GO bar Kensei | Ultra-Portable DAC and Amp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"iFi GO bar Kensei logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ifi-go-bar-kensei-logo.jpg?v=1710359257\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 60%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIFi's Latest GO Bar Kensei USB DAC is a Skillful Master of Power and Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePocket-size Hi-Res USB DAC, preamp, and world’s most powerful headphone amp of its size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-made Japanese stainless-steel enclosure for enhanced EMI shielding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhanced power and clock circuitry, surpassing the original GO bar in audio quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures K2HD Technology for higher sound quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWider soundstage, resolution of evert musical nuance, and deeper cleaner bass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXBass+ and XSpace processors along with four digital filters for tailored sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.4mm fully Balanced and 3.5mm S-Balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ifi-go-bar-kensei-lifestyle.jpg?v=1721929404\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStory\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIFi's latest GO bar is akin to a legendary sword meticulously forged for a Kensei. Embodying the dedication of a master sword smith, iFi focused on purity, balance, and refinement to deliver an experience that cuts through the noise of everyday life and reveals the true essence of your music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEchoing this philosophy with each of its components, the GO bar Kensei is the world’s first ultraportable DAC to feature the renowned K2HD Technology. Where JVC's sound engineers meticulously compared many original masters\u003cbr\u003ewith sub-masters by ear, iFi has drawn upon their expertise to return the harmonics lost during digitalization, restoring your music close to the original master.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough their combined craftsmanship and tireless quest for perfection, iFi brings you a GO bar that is truly worthy of a Kensei. Just as a Kensei deserves an exceptional blade, an audiophile deserves an exceptional DAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhances audio to near master quality with JVC’s K2HD Technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(x4) digital filter options, XBass+ and XSpace analog processing modes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivers up to 475mW of continuous power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhanced clock and power supply circuitry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimizing output for high-sensitivity headphones and IEMs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSymmetrical, twin mono output stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"iFi GO bar Kensei features diagram\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/go-bar-kensei-features.jpg?v=1710363435\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eK2HD: Restoring the Missing Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe latest and highest-resolution version of K2 Technology is known as K2HD. When mastering to match CD specifications, all data above 22kHz is cut off, and resolution is diminished by 256 times. This isn't even limited to CDs specifically - Spotify's entire library is compressed to 44.1kHz\/16-bit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eK2HD gets back your lost data. This advanced processing upscales a file to 192kHz\/24-bit and applies their hand-selected K2 parameters for waveform correction (which processes the time-domain, not the frequency domain.) Through advanced high-frequency range extension and minute signal (Bit) extension, K2HD restores natural harmonics and overtones beyond 22kHz and delivers audio quality that is close to the original master.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ifi-go-bar-kensei-modes.jpg?v=1710383494\" alt=\"iFi GO bar Kensei rear highlighting filter and playback mode LED panel\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaster your Sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio is subjective. You can select from 4 digital filters:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBit-Perfect:\u003c\/strong\u003e no Digital Filtering for natural tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGTO:\u003c\/strong\u003e recovers inner resolution and music body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Phase:\u003c\/strong\u003e more life-like sound, between BP and STD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard:\u003c\/strong\u003e taut dynamics with controlled highs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, two expert analog processing modes are available: XBass+ for accurate bass response and XSpace for a spacious sound field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, Turbo mode (a 6dB gain boost) is available for hungrier CANs and iEMatch (cuts background noise and hiss) for sensitive IEMs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnhanced Circuitry. Better Quality. Premium Power.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKensei employs enhanced power and clock circuitry, far surpassing the original GO bar in audio quality: experience a wider soundstage, resolution of evert musical nuance and deeper, cleaner bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd with 4.4mm balanced output, a symmetrical twin-mono output stage, and 475mW maximum output power, the GO bar Kensei is a DAC that stands heads and shoulders above others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ifi-go-bar-kensei-pcb.jpg?v=1710385002\" alt=\"iFi GO Bar Kensei PCB top front quarter without enclosure\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/go-bar-kensei-inthebox.jpg?v=1710359899\" alt=\"iFi GO bar Kensei with all accessories\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"iFi Audio","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":42160442900555,"sku":"IFI-GOBAR-KENS","price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":42160442933323,"sku":"IFI-GOBAR-KENS-OB","price":379.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ifi-go-bar-kensei-0-thumb.jpg?v=1710359381","url":"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/ifi-go-bar-kensei","provider":"Bloom Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}