iFi Audio Ear Buddy – Hiss-Reducing Headphone Companion

The iFi Audio Ear Buddy is a handy, plug-and-play attenuator that reduces hiss, pops, and sudden loud bursts, especially when using sensitive headphones or IEMs. It preserves sound clarity, restores dynamic range, and offers peace and quiet.

Quick Specs

• Attenuation: High-sensitivity –16 dB
• Wiring: 6N copper matrix for clean signal transfer
• Connectors: Gold-plated male and female 3.5 mm jacks
• Input Impedance: >16 Ω
• Output Impedance: <2.7 Ω
• Overall Load on Amplifier: ~18 Ω
• Compatibility: Works with headphones & IEMs ranging 16 Ω to 600 Ω (minimum 12.5 Ω)
• Length: ~116 mm total including cable
• Weight: ~6 g

What’s in the Box

• iFi Audio Ear Buddy cable
• Gold-plated airplane adapter
• Memory-foam earplugs (–37 dB for noise isolation)
• Fabric travel pouch