iBasso DC-Elite Portable Hi-Res USB DAC and Amp

Flagship DAC and Headphone Amp Dongle

Packing the power of the iBasso DX320MAX into a compact dongle, the DC-Elite is a portable USB-to-analog converter (DAC) and headphone amp based around the flagship ROHM BD34301EKV DAC chip for high-resolution playback up to 32-bit / 768 kHz and DSD512. Sporting one single-ended 3.5mm output and one 4.4mm balanced output, this portable DAC offers an uncolored, natural, and organic sound signature, with excellent dynamics and a wide soundstage.

The DC-Elite is light, weighing only 2.1 oz, and can be used with a wide array of USB-equipped devices, included laptops, smartphones, and tablets. Advanced power supply technologies ensure efficient power consumption and very low noise. The dongle itself is constructed from titanium alloy with elegant tempered glass panels for durability and sleek look. The DC-Elite includes a USB-C cable, a USB-C to Lightning cable, a USB-C to USB-A converter, and a leather case.

iBasso is placing the flagship ROHM BD34301EKV DAC chip in a dongle-style amp for the first time. This DAC chip, along with meticulously engineered circuitry, improves the dynamic range, widens the soundstage, and boosts the high-fidelity audio capabilities of the DC-Elite.

iBasso completely revamped the traditional 24-position, 4-section stepped attenuator by compressing the volume to one tenth the size of the original attenuator, while ensuring that the channel imbalance tolerance is below 0.1 dB. iBasso have pioneered the use of this attenuator, which was specially built for the DX320MAX, for use with the DC-Elite. Say goodbye to bit reduction in digital volume adjustment. At normal volume with a 32-ohm load (50 to 100mV output), DC-Elite's SNR leads the way with incredible low noise.

The DC-Elite takes advantage of an in-house developed FPGA algorithm. This allows the DAC to attain an exceptionally low jitter through the NDK femtosecond oscillator, which leads to minimal distortion and a significant improvement in the musical quality of reproduced sound.

• High-efficiency power supply with synchronous DC-DC converter
• Ultralow-noise LDOs from Linear Technology
• Incredible low noise of 0.8 microvolts, less than that of a battery power supply
• Impressive output current of up to 500mA
• Pristine and reliable power for your DAC
• 690mW power consumption on balanced 4.4mm output
• 630mW power consumption for single-ended 3.5mm output

DC-Elite is made from aerospace-grade titanium alloy to create an exquisite and durable shell. Paired with tempered glass panels on the top and bottom, this design brings out a true sense of elegance. Titanium has the best strength-to-weight ratio among all the metals, being lighter than steel yet stronger than aluminum.

No matter what kind of headphones you have, the DC-Elite has your covered, with both a 3.5mm single-ended output and a 4.4mm Pentaconn balanced output. The 3.5mm output is compatible with S/PDIF coaxial connections and supports the transmission of digital audio output to an external DAC. A long press of the PCM volume reduction button turns the 3.5mm port into a coaxial digital output (LED indicator turns white).

iBasso DC-Elite Specs

Number of Headphone Channels	Single Channel
Recommended Headphone Impedance	32 to 300 Ohms
Headphone Output Power	4.4 mm Balanced: 280 mW into 32 Ohms 70 mW into 300 Ohms 1/8" / 3.5 mm Unbalanced: 162 mW into 32 Ohms
Analog Audio I/O	1x 4.4 mm TRRS Balanced Stereo Headphone Output 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Stereo Headphone Output
Digital Audio I/O	1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Coaxial S/PDIF Output (Shared with Analog Output)
USB I/O	1x USB-C (Digital Input, Power/Charging Input)
Wireless	No
Frequency Response	10 Hz to 50 kHz -0.5 dB
Power Requirements	USB Bus Power

Number of Headphone Channels	Single Channel
Recommended Headphone Impedance	32 to 300 Ohms
Headphone Output Power	4.4 mm Balanced: 280 mW into 32 Ohms 70 mW into 300 Ohms 1/8" / 3.5 mm Unbalanced: 162 mW into 32 Ohms
Digital Chipset	DAC: BD34301EKV
Analog Circuitry	Op-Amp:
EQ	No
Display	No

Analog Audio I/O	1x 4.4 mm TRRS Balanced Stereo Headphone Output 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Stereo Headphone Output
Digital Audio I/O	1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Coaxial S/PDIF Output (Shared with Analog Output)
USB I/O	1x USB-C (Digital Input, Power/Charging Input)
Wireless	No

Frequency Response	10 Hz to 50 kHz -0.5 dB
Maximum Output Level	1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Outputs: 2.28 Vrms 2.5 mm Balanced Headphone Outputs: 4.6 Vrms
Dynamic Range	4.4 mm Balanced Headphone Outputs: 118 dBA 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Outputs: 115 dBA
Impedance	1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Outputs: 0.2 Ohms 4.4 mm Balanced Headphone Outputs: 0.4 Ohms
THD+N	4.4 mm Balanced Headphone Outputs: 0.00022% (300-Ohm Load) 0.00031% (32-Ohm Load) 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Outputs: 0.00028% (300-Ohm Load) 0.00056% (32-Ohm Load)
SNR	1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Outputs: 117 dBA 2.5 mm Balanced Headphone Outputs: 121 dBA
Noise	4.4 mm Balanced Headphone Outputs: 3.5 µV (RMS) 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Outputs: 2.4 µV (RMS)

Sample Rates	Up to 768 kHz (PCM)
Bit Depths	32-Bit

OS Compatibility	Computer: macOS / Windows Mobile: Android/iOS
Required Hardware	USB Cable

Power Requirements	USB Bus Power
Ground Lift	No
DC Input Power	5 VDC
AC/DC Power Adapter	No

Dimensions	2.5 x 1.4 x 0.6" / 6.4 x 3.5 x 1.4 cm
Weight	2.1 oz / 60.5 g

Package Weight	0.615 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	6.9 x 4.9 x 2.1"