The Diablo-X has been given an aesthetic makeover — And black is the new red. The original iDSD Diablo was hard to miss with its striking red chassis and it seems iFi has taken it down a notch, opting for a matte black color for the Diablo-X. The playful nod to the devilish red color isn't entirely lost on the Diablo-X — The lettering has been changed from black to red as well as changing the power/volume control knob to a metallic red.

The size and weight of the Diablo-X remains the same, having kept its battery-pack form as a conveniently portable DAC. One thing that ifi doesn't do is skimp on the accessories. The original Diablo was packed with accessories and the Diablo-X is no exception.

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ifi hasn't incorporated any new features in the Diablo-X that aren't already present in the Diablo. iFi skips the bells and whistles here with the Diablo-X in favor of just sheer power and good sound. That’s it. It still supports MQA with full MQA decoding, PureWave and OptimaLoop — And that's really about it for "techy" features. The Diablo-X is a simple plug-and-play device in this regard.

We recommend pairing the Diablo-X with our Black Dragon Headphone Cable. The black dragon provided a warm, fuller bodied sound to the normal power mode which was on the neutral, almost analytical side. The turbo mode, which was slightly warmer was supported well by the Black Dragon which brought more musicality to the sound. The Diablo-X is compatible with our Silver Dragon USB Cable and you may be asking yourself, why upgrade a USB cable? Well, the Silver Dragon USB Cable will provide more detail and resolution to the Diablo-X's sound without any unwanted coloration. With our USB cables you'll get the best possible audio transfers. Most standard USB cables are not up to the task of large bit rate information, but our cables have been optimized to handle the transfer of large hi-res files. Simply select the USB-C connector for your dragon cable and you’ll be set!

Why Dragon Audio Cables?

Generally, stock audio cables are manufactured with subpar materials, metals with impurities, poor geometries, and an overabundance of layers to make them look and feel like a fire hose. Inconsistency and lack of quality control in stock cables can lead to poor sound quality and a veiled sound vs what the musician intended for you to hear and feel from the music. Dragon cables are handcrafted with the highest standards and made to order according to your specific needs. At Moon Audio, we create a custom cable for you using the highest quality UP-OCC silver or copper conductors that can be manufactured. UP-OCC metals are void of impurities and are optimized for signal transfer and sound quality. We have one of the largest collections of audio and headphone connection options available online and we create limitless audio cable options depending on your specific gear and needs.

Silver Dragon Sound Signature: The Silver Dragon is the original cable. Silver strands clarify instrument separation, increase the soundstage, and find previously lost high and mid-frequency sounds. Transients appear more cohesive and the bass tighter for a more controlled sound. The detail and clarity of the Silver Dragon make it a perfect match for classical music and other genres with many nuanced instruments.

Black Dragon Sound Signature: The Black Dragon is warm and smooth with a musical presentation. Copper strands enhance the body, shape, and immediacy of the music. The detail and expansiveness of the Black Dragon make it a flexible fit where a broad range of musical genres are played. It can also improve bass frequencies on bass-light headphones. The smooth, musical quality makes it a perfect fit for headphones that tend to sound a bit edgy or bright. Despite its warmth, the Black Dragon does not have a laid-back, lush sound. It is much closer to neutral, making it a very natural-sounding cable. For more information on finding your signature sound, visit our Sound Signature Guide.

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