iBasso DC04 Ultra USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier

Used Cat #3487393 • MFR #IBS-DC04U
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Key Features
  • Powerful Portable DAC and Headphone Amp
  • Dual Cirrus Logic CS43198 DAC Chips
  • Up to 32-Bit / 768 kHz PCM and DSD512X
  • Up to 980mW per Side into 32 Ohms
Carry near-watt-level amplification with you anywhere with the iBasso DC04 Ultra, a portable in-line DAC and headphone amp sporting up to 980mW per side into 32 ohms and both 4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm IEM connections. With two Cirrus Logic CS43198 DAC chips, this portable DAC offers up to 32-bit / 768 kHz PCM and native DSD512x decoding.
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iBasso DC04Ultra Overview

Carry near-watt-level amplification with you anywhere with the iBasso DC04 Ultra, a portable in-line DAC and headphone amp sporting up to 980mW per side into 32 ohms and both 4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm IEM connections. With two Cirrus Logic CS43198 DAC chips, this portable DAC offers up to 32-bit / 768 kHz PCM and native DSD512x decoding.

The 3.5mm headphone connector can be used as a S/PDIF output and a 3.5mm mic input, for making calls or enjoying crystal-clear audio communication when gaming. The 0.96" color OLED lets you keep an eye on things, and when combined with the physical buttons, you can control all functions. Further control, including customizable filters and 10-band PEQ adjustment, is available via the Android UAC app. With CNC-machined stainless steel and tempered-glass panels, this DAC is stylish and extremely rugged. The DC04 Ultra includes a USB-C cable and a USB-C to USB-A plug adapter.

Always Desktop Mode
The DC04U requires no external power supply to continuously deliver stable output of up to 980mW per side at 32 ohms. Driving in-ear monitors? Piece of cake. Powering full size headphones? Effortless. No external power is needed, fully unlocking the potential of various headphones. This dongle steps into a new era of watt-level output power.
Vibrant User Experience
The 0.96" multicolor display features dynamic visuals, perfectly blending a sense of technology with practicality. The three physical buttons on the side provide clear tactile feedback for volume adjustment, filter switching, gain switching, and channel balance setting. From basic operations to fine-tuning settings, everything can be done with a single button press directly on the device, without relying on apps.
Dual CS43198
Featuring dual CS43198 flagship DAC chips, which creates a four-channel true balanced circuit. The DC04U supports PCM 768 kHz / DSD 512 hardware decoding and uses DRE dynamic enhancement to perfectly eliminate 0 dB distortion. Leveraging iBasso's many years of experience refining tuning, the DC04U fully unlocks the potential—delivering clear sound, an expansive soundstage, and a naturally pleasing listening experience.
FPGA + Femtosecond Oscillator
Exceptional sound quality begins with a precise clock and data reproduction. The DC04U utilizes iBasso's accumulated FPGA audio algorithms, paired with dual femtosecond oscillators. This structure significantly reduces jitter during digital signal transmission, ensuring that the entire transmission chain delivers pure audio signals, resulting in a more authentic and more natural listening experience.
Balanced Headphone Amplifier
Equipped with an independent four-channel balanced headphone amplifier circuit and featuring a refined signal amplification path, the DC04U is designed to achieve superior channel separation and high drive ability. The headphone amplifier power supply ranges from ±4 to 6V, with each level adjustable in ±0.1V increments, offering more versatile options. Whether for in-ear monitors or full-size headphones, it can drive them with ease.
Top Quality Parts for Top Quality Results
  • Monolithic inductors with low internal resistance and minimal loss
  • Rubycon electrolytic capacitor for punching bass and pure sound
  • In-house developed FPGA algorithms for unified clock and data reproduction
  • Dual femtosecond oscillators significantly reduce phase noise
  • CNC stainless steel chassis for an excellent tactile feel
Android App
With the Android app, all functions and settings are accessible. Powered by a high-performance DSP chip, it includes 7 preset EQ and 3 customizable EQ options, allowing free adjustments to suit various listening preferences. Through the iBasso UAC app, you can achieve detailed tuning with a 10-band PEQ, personalized just for you.

  • 100 levels of hardware volume adjustment
  • 5 digital filter options
  • 3 options of high, medium, and low gain
  • 20 levels of channel balance adjustment
  • 3 DRE mode selections
  • 10-bands of PEQ
  • 2 dynamic/static theme options
  • 7 color-theme options
  • 2 UAC 1.0 / 2.0 protocols
Tough Exterior
Sound quality confidently rivals the best, and the housing is equally tough. Crafted from stainless steel with CNC precision machining, the enclosure's strength far surpasses that of ordinary aluminum alloys, effectively resisting daily bumps and scratches. The brushed finish reflects the aesthetic pursuit of mechanical artistry.
3.5mm Microphone Support
The DC04U supports seamless switching between UAC 2.0 and UAC 1.0 protocols and is widely compatible with various device platforms. The 3.5mm interface also supports S/PDIF output and microphone calls.

iBasso DC04Ultra Specs

Key Specs
Form Factor
Inline Adapter
Converter Type
D/A Converter
Number of Channels
1
Analog Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Headphone Output
1x 4.4 mm TRRRS Headphone Output
Digital Audio I/O
No
General
Form Factor
Inline Adapter
Converter Type
D/A Converter
Number of Channels
1
Converter Circuitry
D/A Chipset:
Cirrus Logic CS43198
Maximum Sampling Rate
768 kHz / 32-Bit (PCM)
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output
1x 4.4 mm TRRRS Balanced Headphone Output
Digital Audio I/O
No
Host Connection / USB
USB-C
Sync I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS S/PDIF Input or Output
Network I/O
No
MIDI I/O
No
Wireless
No
Performance
Frequency Response
1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Outputs:
5 Hz to 75 kHz -0.5 dB

4.4 mm Balanced Headphone Outputs:
10 Hz to 80 kHz -0.5 dB
Maximum Output Level
1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone:
0.76 Vrms

4.4 mm Balanced Headphone:
1.5 Vrms
Headphone Output Power
1/8" / 3.5 mm:
280 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms

4.4 mm:
980 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms
Impedance
< 0.1 Ohms
Dynamic Range
4.4 mm Balanced Headphone:
132 dB

1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone:
129 dB
SNR
1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone:
126 dB

4.4 mm Balanced Headphone:
132 dB
THD+N
4.4 mm Balanced Headphone:
-119 dB

1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone:
-113 dB
Crosstalk
4.4 mm Balanced Headphone:
148 dB

1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone:
136 dB
Digital Audio
Sample Rates
Up to 768 kHz
Bit Depths
32-Bit
Digital Audio Decoding
PCM, DSD
Compatibility
OS Compatibility
Computer: Windows / macOS
Mobile: Android Only
Power
Power Requirements
Built-In Rechargeable Battery, USB Bus Power
Battery Type
1x Built-In Rechargeable
Physical
Dimensions
2.3 x 0.93 x 0.52" / 5.8 x 2.35 x 1.31 cm
Weight
1.3 oz / 37.2 g

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