iFi audio NEO Stream 3

iFi Audio NEO Stream 3 – Reference Network Streamer with Award-Winning DAC

The iFi Audio NEO Stream 3 is a complete digital audio hub built for serious listening. It pairs the award-winning customised Burr-Brown DAC stage from the NEO iDSD 2 with a next-generation streaming engine, K2HD restoration technology by JVCKENWOOD and a comprehensive set of inputs and outputs. Native streaming for Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz and Roon, plus balanced 4.4 mm, RCA, AES/EBU, I²S and S/PDIF outputs make it ready to anchor any high-end system.

Key Features

• Award-winning Burr-Brown DAC with K2HD: Customised chipset with PCM up to 768 kHz and DSD512 plus K2HD restoration of compressed sources
• Next-generation streaming engine: Native Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect, Roon Ready, AirPlay and DLNA
• Comprehensive I/O: Balanced 4.4 mm and RCA analogue out plus S/PDIF Optical, Coaxial, AES/EBU, I²S and dual USB-A digital out
• OptiBox + iPower X Ultra included: Optical galvanic isolation and reference power supply ship in the box
• Nexis app and IoT chip: Streamlined Bluetooth pairing, exclusive modes for noise reduction and active noise cancellation on USB and S/PDIF outputs

Customer Benefits

You get a single, beautifully built source that can replace a streamer, reference DAC and audiophile USB cleaner all at once. Ethernet, M12-X, optical and Wi-Fi connectivity guarantee a stable, low-noise feed regardless of your network setup, while balanced and single-ended outputs let it connect cleanly to any preamp or active speaker. The included iPower X Ultra and OptiBox mean even your power and optical chain receive flagship-grade treatment without any extra spend.

Quick Specs

• DAC: Customised Burr-Brown with K2HD Technology (JVCKENWOOD)
• Hi-Res Support: PCM up to 768 kHz, DSD512 (22.6 MHz)
• SNR / THD+N: ≥106 dB(A) / ≤0.0025 % @ 0 dBFS
• Analogue Outputs: 4.4 mm Balanced (4 V RMS), RCA SE (2 V RMS)
• Digital Outputs: S/PDIF Coaxial, Optical, AES/EBU, I²S, 2× USB-A
• Network Inputs: Wi-Fi, Ethernet RJ45, M12-X, Optical, USB-C system update, 2× USB-A storage
• Streaming: Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, Tidal/Spotify Connect, Roon Ready, AirPlay, DLNA, NAS & USB HDD
• Power: DC 9 V/2 A, 12 V/1.8 A, 15 V/1.2 A (iPower X Ultra included)
• Power Consumption: ≤0.5 W idle, 14 W max
• Dimensions: 21.4 × 15.1 × 4.1 cm
• Weight: 1.0 kg

What's in the Box

• iFi Audio NEO Stream 3
• OptiBox optical galvanic isolator
• iPower X Ultra reference power supply
• USB-A to USB-C cable
• Ethernet cable
• RCA cable
• 5 V power adapter
• Aluminium base and antenna
• Quick-start guide and warranty card

Use Cases / Ideal For

• Reference home systems with a separate preamp or active speakers
• Roon-based libraries with NAS or USB storage
• Audiophile streaming setups that demand multiple digital out options

Compatibility

• Works with any preamp, integrated amp or powered speaker via 4.4 mm balanced or RCA
• Feeds external DACs via S/PDIF, AES/EBU, I²S or USB
• Native services across iOS, Android, macOS and Windows control devices

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• One box does streamer, DAC, USB cleaner and more
• Generous in-the-box accessories including iPower X Ultra and OptiBox
• Wide range of digital outs for system flexibility
• K2HD restoration adds depth to streamed and compressed sources

⚠️ Cons:

• Premium price point for a network source
• Compact chassis means dense rear panel — careful cable management helps
• Setup ecosystem benefits from the Nexis app on iOS or Android

If you want a single, no-compromise digital source that brings every streaming service and digital input together with audiophile-grade conversion, the iFi Audio NEO Stream 3 is the answer.