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
Just Add Speakers.
Fusing the NEO iDSD 2’s award-winning DAC with our latest network streaming technology, the NEO Stream 3 is the ultra-res digital audio hub for enthusiasts.
Award-winning DAC stage with a customised Burr Brown chipset
Just Add Speakers.
A truly complete solution for adding modern streaming options to your home setup, the NEO Stream takes the award-winning DAC stage from the NEO iDSD 2 and incorporates the latest generation of our network streaming engine. With built-in native support for Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, and more, the NEO Stream 3 is the centrepiece of an enthusiast's setup - their ultra-resolution digital audio hub. Just add your favourite speakers and let the music take centre stage.
A Next-Gen Connection.
The NEO Stream 3 is built upon the latest generation of our ultra-resolution streaming engine, with native support for up to 768kHz PCM and DSD512 audio. In addition to returning favourites like Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect, Roon, AirPlay and more, the NEO Stream 3 also supports Qobuz Connect, enabling bit-perfect playback straight from the Qobuz app. For listeners with an existing digital music library, NAS and USB HDD support ensures all your favourites are within reach, while DLNA support unlocks broad compatibility with a wide range of players and audio controllers.
Set up, Simplified.
With the NEO Stream 3, getting connected has never been easier.
An all-new IoT chip enables seamless pairing between the NEO Stream 3 and your home WiFi using the iFi Nexis app.
Once you’re connected, Nexis integrates our streaming engine’s user interface directly, transforming your smartphone into a powerful remote control. No more web browsers or IP addresses; just simple, direct access in the palm of your hand.
Built to Sound Better.
The NEO Stream 3 delivers best-in-class sound through intelligent, uncompromising hardware design and signal optimisation:
Upgraded polymer and ELNA Silmic II caps for cleaner power and smoother treble response.
USB and S/PDIF outputs use a femto-precision clock combined with Active Noise Cancellation and iPurification tech, respectively, for ultra-low distortion performance.
The included OptiBox adds optical galvanic isolation to eliminate wired network noise.
User-selectable Exclusive Modes shut down unnecessary OS processes to minimise software noise and jitter.
Studio-Grade Restoration for any Setup.
The NEO Stream is the latest in iFi’s lineup to incorporate JVCKENWOOD’s K2HD Technology, which takes the often cold, clinical character of many modern recordings, then restores harmonic content lost in post-production or encoding, while also upsampling any audio track below 192kHz.
The result is renewed depth, nuance, and musicality – a truer representation of the original master, and of the artists’ and engineers’ intent.
Previously available exclusively to select iFi audio DACs, K2HD technology is now available to any DAC connected to a NEO Streamer.
NEO Design: The Purist’s Delight
The NEO Stream 3 follows the design philosophy of its siblings – more than just an aesthetic, every NEO offers a complete, comprehensive solution for the needs of audio purists.
For the NEO Stream 3, the foundation of this approach is the award-winning DAC stage, built around a Burr-Brown chipset. Selected for its natural detail and musicality, the chipset’s unique architecture processes PCM and DSD via separate pathways, preserving a bit-perfect signal all the way through to analogue conversion. The DAC stage is then highly customised to allow sample rates far beyond the standard specifications.
The result is a true all-in-one solution for purist Hi-Fi performance. In one stroke, the NEO Stream 3 adds a complete digital audio package, free from performance bottlenecks, from source to speakers.
The NEO Stream 3 is an excellent choice for DSD purists.
The NEO Stream 3 is built upon the latest generation of our ultra-resolution streaming engine, with native support for up to 768kHz PCM and DSD512 audio.
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 |