iFi Launches iDSD GR 2 Portable DAC/Amplifier with 1,513 mW Power and Lossless Bluetooth

Picture this: a pocket‑sized audio powerhouse that can deliver a staggering 1,513 mW of clean, RMS power to your headphones. That’s the iFi Audio iDSD GR 2, the newest member of the company’s acclaimed xDSD Gryphon family. A Big Leap in Power The GR 2 brings a 50 % jump in output compared to the original Gryphon, hitting 1,513 mW RMS (and 2,173 mW peak) on a 32‑ohm load. Whether you’re into in‑ear monitors or over‑the‑ear beasts, the unit’s 3.5 mm unbalanced and 4.4 mm balanced outputs let you plug in almost anything. First‑Class Digital Core Inside, the device houses the Burr‑Brown PCM1795 DAC chip, a true 32‑bit converter that supports lossless PCM all the way up to 768 kHz and DSD512 decoding. That’s a first for iFi. Wireless, But Not Just Wireless Bluetooth 5.4 is paired with the high‑resolution codecs aptX Lossless, LDAC, and LHDC, plus the standard SBC, AAC, aptX, and aptX Adaptive options. In other words, you can stream lossless audio to compatible Bluetooth headphones and still expect the same quality as wired playback. Flexible Inputs and Smart Processing The unit accepts both S/PDIF optical and coaxial inputs, so you can hook it up to a variety of source gear. Inside, JVCKenwood’s K2HD processor claims to restore depth, tone, and musicality to compressed files, while XBass+, XSpace, and Hybrid Power Mode add extra layers of sonic polish. Control on the Go A color OLED touchscreen lets you tweak settings on the fly, and the iFi Nexus app for Android offers deeper fine‑tuning and over‑the‑air firmware updates. Battery Life that Keeps Up A 4,900 mAh lithium‑polymer battery powers the GR 2 for up to seven hours of playback. When the battery dips, the unit draws from the battery and automatically switches back to external power once the demand eases. Recharging takes about three and a half hours. Compact and Lightweight Measuring 141 × 75 × 19 mm (5.55 × 2.95 × 0.75 in.) and weighing just 268 g (0.59 lb.), the GR 2 is truly portable. Pricing and Availability Pre‑orders start at $529, with shipping slated for July 6 2026. You can snag it directly from iFi or via their Amazon store. Bottom Line The iDSD GR 2 delivers a massive power boost, top‑tier wired and wireless support, and a suite of audio‑processing goodies—all in a compact, battery‑lasting package. For audiophiles who want desktop‑grade sound on the go, this could be the ultimate portable solution.