{"product_id":"ifi-idefender-max","title":"iFi iDefender Max | USB-C Ground Loop Breaker and USB Power Injector","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 70%;\" alt=\"iFi iDefender Max logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ifi-idefender-max-logo.jpg?v=1721054365\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePure, Pristine Sound Awaits you With iFi Audio's iDefender Max Intelligent USB-C Ground Loop Breaker + USB Power Injector \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsoGround technology breaks ground loops without compromising equipment safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB noise termination cuts noisy USB power at the input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated USB-C port ensures clean external power input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with USB 3.0 for high-speed data transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports up to 20V\/5A power for maximum compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncased in an aluminum housing for enhanced cooling and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"iFi iDefender Max 3D render front quarter closeup\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ifi-idefender-max-3d-render.jpg?v=1721054244\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConnect to Disconnect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIFi Audio knows how crucial it is for you to disconnect and immerse yourself in your favorite music. Whether you’re relaxing after a long day or losing yourself in the rhythms of your favorite songs, the clarity of your audio is paramount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, excess earth connections often introduce ground loop noise, causing irritating hum in your speakers or headphones, significantly detracting from your listening experience. The iDefender Max removes unwanted earth connections to resolve annoying ground loop hum, bringing you closer than ever to the music you love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Ground Loop?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA ground loop simply means there are multiple paths to ground in your system. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlight differences in potential between these points can cause current to flow through the ground connections, resulting in interference, noise, or hum through your speakers or headphones. This hum is persistent, annoying, and ruins the enjoyment of listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ifi-defender-max-diagram.jpg?v=1720816968\" alt=\"ifi defender max hum and buzz diagnosis chart\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Diagnose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can easily diagnose and locate ground loop issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy touching a metal chassis in your audio setup, listen to whether there is a change in your hum or buzz. If there is no audible change, it is most likely that you have a ground loop from multiple earth connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpeed Without Compromise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eiDefender Max supports USB 3.0 high-speed data transfer, significantly faster than USB 2.0 standards. This means that it does not impair playback of Hi-Res audio files, regardless of quality or file size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnleash the Power\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eiDefender Max features a side USB-C port for separate, clean external power. This disconnects the USB power from the PC and replaces it with a cleaner, more audiophile-grade solution such as the \u003ca title=\"iFi iPower V2 Audio Power Supply\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/ifi-ipower-audio-power-supply\"\u003eSilentPower iPower2\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ifi-idefender-max-diagram.jpg?v=1721058191\" alt=\"diagram displaying iDefender Max in between laptop and DAC with attached AC adapter\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInterference Immune\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aluminum housing of the iDefender Max is not just for durability. It also acts as a heatsink, enhancing the cooling performance of the unit. It also provides complete shielding against Electromagnetic Interference (EMI).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRetains Safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iDefender Max is intelligent in how it removes excess ground connections – it does not compromise equipment or user safety. Unlike other ground lifts, iDefender Max will automatically reinstate a ground connection if a current-based fault is detected and features built-in surge protection with an overload rating of 275A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput\/Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB 3.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax. Power Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 100W (20V\/5A)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Power Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 25W (5V\/5A)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20\" x 0.8\" x 0.5”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.74oz (21g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ifi-audio.com\/about-ifi\/warranty\" title=\"iFi Warranty Terms and Conditions\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eiFi 1 Year Limited Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiDefender Max\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.5mm x 2.1mm DC to USB-C Male cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction Card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"iFi Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40870351962187,"sku":"IFI-IDEF-MAX","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/ifi-idefender-max-0-thumb.jpg?v=1721053993","url":"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/ifi-idefender-max","provider":"Bloom Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}