iFi
NEO Stream 3 DAC Network Audio Streamer
$999.00 USDFeatures
Universal streaming platform supporting Qobuz Connect, Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect, Roon, AirPlay, and DLNA/UPnP
Native 32/768kHz PCM and DSD512 support delivers reference-grade digital audio playback
JVCKENWOOD K2HD Technology with selectable modes for enhanced audio upscaling
Fully balanced analogue circuit design ensures maximum sonic purity and minimal distortion
Advanced iPurifier and Active Noise Cancellation technologies eliminate interference
OptiBox optical isolation technology enhances sound quality over LAN connections
Premium ELNA Silmic II capacitors smooth treble response and enrich bass depth
Retina-grade TFT display with album art support for elegant visual navigation
Exquisitely crafted in stealthy satin matte black finish with vertical stand included
What's in the Box?
Warranty
The iFi NEO Stream 3 eliminates the need to piece together separate streaming and DAC components by uniting a premium Burr-Brown DAC stage with iFi's latest ultra-resolution network streaming engine in a single, purpose-built chassis. It's designed for the listener who wants a refined component to handle everything between their music library and amplifier. No more stacking boxes or compromising in the signal chain. With native support for every major streaming platform, decoding up to 768kHz PCM and DSD512, and an award-winning output stage, the iFi Audio NEO Stream 3 is a complete digital front end that only asks you to add speakers.
The NEO Stream 3 follows the NEO range's design philosophy: deliver a comprehensive, no-compromise solution in a single component. By integrating a world-class DAC with a full-featured streaming transport, it eliminates the performance bottlenecks that can arise from mismatched separates. One component, one power supply, one optimized signal path — from your streaming service of choice straight through to your amplifier and speakers.
Ultra-Resolution Streaming
The NEO Stream 3 runs iFi Audio's most capable streaming platform with native decoding that reaches 768kHz PCM and DSD512–well beyond what most standalone streamers or DACs can handle. It supports Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect, Qobuz Connect, Roon, and Apple AirPlay, with Qobuz Connect delivering bit-perfect output directly from the Qobuz app. Local libraries are covered too — connect a NAS or USB hard drive for file-based playback, and full DLNA compatibility ensures it works with the third-party players and controllers you prefer.
Award-Winning Burr-Brown DAC Stage
At the heart of the NEO Stream 3 sits a highly customized Burr-Brown DAC chipset, carried from the award-winning iFi Audio NEO iDSD 2. With a true native architecture that processes PCM and DSD through separate dedicated pathways, the NEO Stream 3 can preserve a bit-perfect signal from input all the way through to analog conversion. iFi's engineering team has pushed the chipset well beyond its stock specifications, enabling ultra-high sample rate support that makes the NEO Stream 3 an exceptional choice for DSD purists and high-res collectors alike.
Audiophile-Grade Power, Clocking and Isolation
Every stage of the NEO Stream 3's signal path is engineered for minimal noise and distortion-free sound. Upgraded polymer capacitors and ELNA Silmic II caps clean up the power supply and smooth the treble response. A femto-precision clock with Active Noise Cancellation serves the USB output, while iPurification technology handles the S/PDIF path. The included OptiBox adds optical galvanic isolation between your wired network and the streamer, eliminating Ethernet-borne electrical noise before it ever reaches the audio circuits. User-selectable Exclusive Modes go a step further by shutting down unnecessary background processes to reduce software jitter.
K2HD Technology–Harmonic Restoration and Upsampling
The NEO Stream 3 features JVCKENWOOD's K2HD Technology, which analyzes incoming audio and restores harmonic detail lost during mastering, compression, or encoding. Unlike standard K2, K2HD also upsamples any track below 192kHz, elevating lower-resolution streams and files closer to studio-quality fidelity. The result is a warmer, more dimensional presentation that reveals the depth and intention behind the original recording — now available to any setup built around the NEO Stream 3.
Effortless Wi-Fi Setup with the iFi Nexis App
A dedicated IoT chip inside the NEO Stream 3 pairs with your home Wi-Fi through the iFi Nexis app in minutes. Once connected, Nexis puts the full streaming interface on your phone — no IP addresses, no browser workarounds. Browse services, manage your library, and control playback from a single, purpose-built app.
FAQs
What makes the iFi NEO Stream 3 different from the ZEN Stream 3?
The NEO Stream 3 includes a built-in award-winning Burr-Brown DAC stage, making it a complete digital front end — just connect an amplifier and speakers. The ZEN Stream 3 is a dedicated streaming transport that requires an external DAC. The NEO also supports higher sample rates (768kHz PCM and DSD512 vs. 384kHz PCM and DSD256), features K2HD Technology with upsampling, and includes the OptiBox for optical galvanic isolation.
Do I need a separate DAC with the NEO Stream 3?
No. The NEO Stream 3 has a fully integrated DAC stage with analog outputs, so it connects directly to your amplifier or active speakers. However, if you prefer to use an external DAC, the NEO Stream 3 also provides USB and S/PDIF digital outputs, giving you the flexibility to use it as a transport as well.
What is the OptiBox, and why is it included?
The OptiBox is an optical galvanic isolation module that sits between your Ethernet connection and the NEO Stream 3. It converts the electrical network signal to optical and back again, completely eliminating electrical noise that travels through wired network cables. This keeps your network's interference out of the audio signal path, resulting in a cleaner, quieter output.
What's in the Box
- 1x NEO Stream 3
- 1x OptiBox
- 1x USB-A to USB-C Cable
- 1x Ethernet cable
- 1x RCA Cable
- 1x 5V Power Adapter
- 1x Aluminium Base
- 1x Antenna
- 1x iPower X Ultra low noise power supply
- 1x SC-SC Fibre Optic Cable
- 1x Quick Start Guide
- 1x Warranty Card
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Physical Specifications | |
| Dimensions | 26 × 19 × 9.7 cm |
| Weight | 1.91 kg |
| Display | Retina-grade TFT with album art support |
| Technical Specifications | |
| PCM Support | Up to 32-bit/768kHz (via Wi-Fi, LAN, USB) |
| DSD Support | Up to DSD512 |
| Clock Sync | External master clock input |
| Connectivity Specifications | |
| Digital Inputs | USB-B, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Analogue Input | 3.5mm |
| Analogue Outputs | Balanced XLR (L/R), RCA (L/R) |
| Headphone Outputs | Balanced 4.4mm, 6.3mm |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, Bluetooth 5.4 |