In this video, I'll be comparing two flagship dongle USB DACs, both retailing at US$449. They are the iBasso DC-Elite and iFi Go bar Kensei.
iBasso Offical Shop (unaffiliated): https://ibasso.com/product/dcelite/
iFi Website: https://ifi-audio.com/products/go-bar-kensei/?srsltid=AfmBOoqE_p03jqzipY5ZBUZ4HVPpOvHO0F8Hjj9ZIaKWQZh0AGbmO6Dy
ifi K2HD video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=araO8QgPuyg
Kensei setup guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ul1MgGRPZ2c
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:51 - Package Contents
1:23 - Features - iBasso DC-Elite
1:59 - Features - iBasso DC-Elite
3:04 - Form Factor
3:55 - Listening Test
5:53 - Settings - ifi Go bar Kensei
7:08 - Settings - iBasso DC-Elite
7:50 - UX & Cons - ifi Go bar Kensei
10:01 - UX & Cons - iBasso DC-Elite
11:05 - Operating Temps & Efficiency
11:45 - Driving Power
12:57 - My Preference
14:29 - Conclusion
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