Hifiman EF499 Desktop DAC & Amplifier with Streaming Media Support DAC/AMP

1 Year Official HIFIMAN Malaysia Warranty

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Hifiman EF499 Desktop DAC & Amplifier with Streaming Media Support DAC/AMP

• R2R Hymalaya DAC Architecture: Utilizes a resistor ladder DAC design for a warm, natural, and analog-like sound signature. ​

• High Power Output: Delivers up to 4.35W per channel at 32Ω (balanced) and 1.28W per channel (unbalanced), suitable for driving demanding headphones. ​

• Versatile Connectivity: Inputs: USB-B, USB-C, Coaxial, Ethernet. Outputs: 6.35mm single-ended, 4-pin XLR balanced headphone outputs; RCA and XLR line outputs.

• Streaming Capability: Supports streaming from portable devices, favorite apps, or directly from a connected NAS drive. 

• Oversampling Modes: Features a 4-level function switch allowing toggling between high/low gain and oversampling (OS) or non-oversampling (NOS) modes for tailored sound preferences. ​

• Low Noise and Distortion: Offers a signal-to-noise ratio of 99dB (A-weighted) and total harmonic distortion plus noise (THD+N) of 0.008%, ensuring clean audio reproduction. ​

• Solid Build Quality: Weighs approximately 3.3kg (7.3 lbs), providing a sturdy and vibration-resistant chassis for stable performance.

DAC AND HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER WITH STREAMING FEATURES
Not only does EF499 provide the pure sound of a HiFiMAN R2R DAC and up to 4.35W of power output, it's ethernet connection allows for lossless streaming from your mobile device or an NAS. The DAC is a new R2R design, based on HiFiMAN's beloved HIMALAYA R2R, providing a similar level of reference sound.
Like it's big brothers in HiFiMAN's lineup, EF499 provides High and Low Gain options for the amplifier output, along with Oversampling or Non-oversampling (NOS) DAC processing options to let you find the sound that's best for you.
DESKTOP VERSATILITY
For the standard DAC, you can connect via USB-A, USB-C, or digital coax, providing compatibility with a number of devices. Similarly, you can output to RCA or XLR, meaning EF499 can work with an external headphone amp or power amp.

SPECIFICATIONS

SN/R: 99dB (A-Weighted)
THD+N (Line out): 0.008%
Channel Separation: 95 ±3dB
Maximum Power Output: 4.35w per channel @ 32Ω BAL | 1.28w per channel @ 32Ω UnBAL
Inputs: USB-B, USB-C, Coax, Ethernet