iFi Audio Unveils the iDSD Valkyrie: A Flagship Portable DAC and Amplifier
By HiFi Editorial24 February 2026
Key Highlights
Features four Burr-Brown DACs in a hybrid multi-bit setup for exceptional sound detail and linearity.
Supports advanced Bluetooth codecs, including aptX Lossless, LDAC, and LHDC, for high-res wireless audio.
Integrates JVC Kenwood's K2HD tech to restore analog warmth and lost frequencies.
iFi Audio has unveiled the iDSD Valkyrie, a flagship addition to its portable DAC and amplifier lineup. Engineered to maximize portable audio performance, the Valkyrie integrates four Burr-Brown DACs in a hybrid multi-bit configuration, delivering exceptional linearity and detail. The design minimizes crosstalk by isolating analog and digital circuitry, ensuring pristine sound reproduction.
Equipped with Qualcomm’s QCC518x chipset, the iDSD Valkyrie supports Bluetooth 5.4 and offers advanced codec compatibility, including aptX Lossless at 1200 kbps, LDAC, and LHDC/HWA for high-resolution wireless audio. The device leverages iFi’s proprietary DSD Remastering algorithm, with options for DSD512 and DSD1024, effectively reducing distortion and enhancing audio richness akin to professional remastering techniques.
