Review: iFi Nano iUSB3.0 reclocker and power cleaner
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- Опубликовано: 15 сен 2024
- I have been telling you that connecting a DAC directly to a computer does not bring you the best of audio quality. That doesn’t mean you can’t connect a DAC to a computer, you just need a device that cleans up the power and the signal on the USB bus. A device like the iFi Nano iUSB3.0.
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i dont understand. Why it has to be separate device. Why DACs cant have this build in, as one device. Expensive DACs probably have this. If its possible to make DAC+AMP combo, then why not DAC+AMP+Power/signalcleaner
Good point, they should have. But they don't. Perhaps out of competition considerations (it will make the DAC more expensive) or perhaps because the special knowledge to design this isn't present.
The only thing I can think of is that it is easier to upgrade smaller modules. Instead of investing a lot at once. And now you can choose wether you want a reclocker at all or cleaner supply. Also as the hobby grows on you and you improve your hearing & needs you can adjust your gear as well.
Thank you Hans for the review of the iFi Nano! :-)
Thank you for this review. I find USB reclockers much more interesting than streaming sources, as my computer is silent and alway on when I listen to music. Controlling my music via PC is just much more convienient than any streaming solution I've seen up to date.
In this sense, I would be interested in more options for better USB connections, especially low budget ones like the Schiit Eitr, which is extremely well received in forums. A review of that device as an example would be great!
I have tried but they don’t even bother to answer my email
That's a shame...
Great reviews as always Hans.
I wonder if you are interested in reviewing the Schiit Audio Wyrd, a powered USB hub and reclocker from Schiit Audio similar to this iFi offering but on USB 2.0 interface.
Since not many DAC utilize USB 3.0 and on a unbelievable $99 USD price point I think many people will be interested in watching your review of it.
I got mine just today. It's simply amazing.
Enjoy it
Hello Hans, thanks to your Review that relice the purchase of the iFi Nano iUSB, and I am really happy! Thank you!
Ask yourself, if you would like to make a Video, in the Differences of these Master Clock, Standards and Studio Professionals.
Regards!
Would you still use something like this if you were using a streamer and not a PC? I have an Aries mini with PSU upgrade.
Thanks for a great video, Hans. Is a product like this necessary when connecting a Mac to a Hugo TT.
Front of device (Nano/Micro). I have to also power the device even though I've connected it to my laptop via the front USB port?
Thanks Hans, I always find your videos informative. I use a Chord Mojo DAC+AMP connected to my PC and Android for mobility. I've heard people saying that by connecting an "Audioquest Jitterbug USB Data & Power Noise Filter" before the Mojo, could improve the clarity of the audio signal. This can be purchased for $79 AUD. Do you have any experience with this product?
See ruclips.net/video/rRIt0BYAjTo/видео.html
Thanks for that, I didn't realise you had already covered this product. Sounds like I should pick one up for $79 AUD :)
Hello Hans having heard ifi micro usb 3.0 do you think it needs burn in time? Also ifi web site says you can combine the new galvanic 3.0 with ifi micro 3.0. Your comments.
Thanks.
I can only comment on equipment I have reviewed. But almost all digital audio equipment has a burn in time and need to be connected to power all the time to keep the oscillator stable. I didn't try the combination of the Galvanic and Micro so I really can't say.
I use a Sotm SMS 200 and for reclocker I use 3R USB renaissance I hope this is equal or better I also use an S booster powr supply with the same bringing my Roon into a Cambridge Audio CXN Streamer sounds great is this system good
Hi Hans,
Good review again! I wonder if it makes sense to use this device between the sotm 200 and the dac?
Kind Regards,
John
I haven't tried and the iFi is already sent back. Sorry.
Great stuff. May I ask whether one can use a USB 2.0 type-B plug to its USB input port or it only accepts that new-type taller USB 3.0 powered connector?
yes you can
Hans, please review the Ifi spdif (coax) purifier/reclocker. Seems like it could be good value at £150. Thinking of adding to my old cd transport and M-Dac. Thanks Alex.
I'll make a note but I currently do have other priorities.
I have the new Pro-Ject Pre Box S2 Digital on order, which has a micro-USB power inlet. Even though Pro-Ject claims this DAC has quite a bit USB noise canceling built in, adding this iUSB unit may be a good approach. Hans, do you know of the power-only USB port in the back could be used with a dedicated cable to power the Pro-Ject DAC, and using the 2nd USB port for data to that DAC?
I have no experience with the Project. Sorry
Hans, no worries, and I have since found the answer: When using the USB input on the ProJect, it is powered by it as well, and they actually advise you to remove the power supply. So it's a great candidate for the iFi iUSB! On a side note, $399 for DSD64 to DSD512, and MQA, and up to 32bit/768kHz PCM, I'll use it for my first venture into Roon with Tidal via a Mac Mini. Perhaps a friendly Pro-Ject contact can send you one to test? I wanted the Brooklyn DAC+, but this is 1/4th the price, so I'll try this one for now... Love your videos, Hans!
I also use the S2 Digital from Pro-Ject (which Hans has reviewed by now). I am considering to use an Ifi iPower 5v micro usb to power the DAC. But I am not sure yet. What did you end up doing?
Hello Hans and thanks for the good work. I purchased the ifi nano reclocker 3.0 and would like to know does this unit need burn time because I am not hearing a marginal difference. Thanks
I haven't reviewed it zo I can't tell.
Very helpful. Thanks.
Can in your experience a device like the holo audio titanis make a difference? It promise to regenerate the usb power and signal, but it has no external power supply. I bought it (connected laptop to audio gd r1, schiit Jotunheim, hifiman arya), but I cannot hear a difference so far. Maybe my ears are not trained enough?
I can't comment on equipment that I didn't review.
@@TheHansBeekhuyzenChannel Would you be interested in reviewing my personal titanis? I could send it to you.
I never review equipment of viewers. But I’ll see if I can get a review sample the official way.
@@TheHansBeekhuyzenChannel Thank you very much, I am very interested in your opinion on this. Have a great day!
Thank you Hans for reviewing USB regenerators. It would be interesting to see a review of the new Oelbach XXL MasterClock voor USB. I am a little confused about the ALLDAQ ADQ-USB 3.0-ISO-PS. What is the difference between this USB isolator and the USB regenerators? They all separate power and signal and re-clock the datastream???
An isolator provides galvanic separation that can help if there are earth potential problems. Regenerators improve the 'readability' if the USB signal to reduce jitter.
Hello Hans, I understand and hear these tweaks when the source is a computer, it's electrical full of dirt. Galvanic isolation is another way to deal with these problems as you describe with the Pink Faun isolator for LAN. I reacted on this matter with some possibilities for the USB side of the story. But is it possible to combine these things? I have also an iPurifier2 and the iSilincer which I even use with my Laptop to an Audio Interface DAC for recording music with Cubase Pro. I think they use the same approach as the nano and Micro iUSB3.0 that is cleaning and reclocking. Is it in an electrical sense useful to combine these technics?I even use an iSilencer in the DAC OUT from mu Auralic Aries Femto to a DAC, no reclocking because there is already working a Femto clock in the DAC OUT. In principle is the Auralic Ultra Low Noise Linear PSU very clean, but I think the sound is even cleaner with the addition of the iSilencer. To improve the sound furthermore, do you think that a sBooster PSU will improve electrical pollution? Have you any experience with the sBooster PSU's? Tey are rather expensive for tweaking the system...
Whatever works for you. Use as little as needed but no less than that. Trust your ears.
What do you think about using iFi Nano iUSB3.0 with AudioQuest DragonFly Red? Wouldn't it be a little bit of an overkill? Is it heading in the right direction in terms of improving sound quality/money spent?
I haven't tried and the iFi was returned to the distributor. Sorry.
can i hook this to yamaha YHT 2910 recevier ?? any benefit on audio quality ?
I haven't reviewed the Yamaha so I can't say for sure but I don't think it has a USB input suited for a DAC (only two to connect drives to).
Would a DAC like my NAD M51 , directly connected to my computer by USB, benefit from this device ?
I have no experience with the M51, so I can't be sure. But I would another couple of weeks for reviews on similar devices that are more in the league of the M51.
I listen to music on my Audio Technica AD2000x headphones, using a combo of stand alone headphone amplifier that cost around 500$ and a DAC that cost 250$. I listen to alot of classical music. I use only my computer for music. Do you think it's worth the Investment?
It would for me but if it would for you I cannot say.
i already have ipurifier2 and isilencer, my question is do i still need the iusb? thanks
I haven't reviewed the iPurifier and iSilencer so I really can't say.
The Hans Beekhuyzen Channel thanks for the reply
Please comment in another video ifi mini vs sotm ultra vs allousb
Which USB cable should have the best quality; before or after the nano?
Both sides is best but if you have to choose use it after the iFi
The Hans Beekhuyzen Channel thank you for your prompt response, Hans!
Would this be worth hooking up to a Bluesound Node?
I haven't Reid but I think the quality of the SPDIF output of the Node might be a limiting factor.
@@TheHansBeekhuyzenChannel I believe that the 2021 Node will have usb enabled for music output
@@17cream Bluesound has been advertising a "future software update" to enable that for months now, but so far nothing.
Hi Hans, Could you please review SINGXER SU-1
Sorry, but I'm rather booked right now. I will make a note but don't get your hopes up too high.
Why not review the more recently released Ifi IGalvanic?
Choices, choices. And always the wrong pick for some of you 😥
Hi Hans. I follow the reviews on this channel a lot, and this one is very interresting to me. I get the Audioquest jitterbug for free, also a usb cleaner, and reviewed on this channel. It works in my system, as it sets a cleaner and more refined soundstage. You know both devices, maybe you can tell the difference in sound quallity?
The Jitterbug is primarily a power filter,, the iFi s a reclocker and reshaper too.