--- product_id: 805877922 title: "- DS3 USB-C DAC HiFi Amp Dongle, Portable Headphone Amplifier with 7.1 Spatial Audio, ES9039Q2M XMOS Powered, DSD512, 3.5mm Single 4.4mm Balanced for PC/Phone/ PS5/ Switch Silver" brand: "fosi audio" price: "€ 203.70" currency: EUR in_stock: true category: "Fosi Audio" url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/805877922-ds3-usb-c-dac-hifi-amp-dongle-portable-headphone-amplifier store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # Dual-core 1.6GHz XMOS processor 220mW balanced power output 7.1-channel spatial audio - DS3 USB-C DAC HiFi Amp Dongle, Portable Headphone Amplifier with 7.1 Spatial Audio, ES9039Q2M XMOS Powered, DSD512, 3.5mm Single 4.4mm Balanced for PC/Phone/ PS5/ Switch Silver **Brand:** fosi audio **Price:** € 203.70 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate Every Beat: Audiophile Power Meets Gaming Precision ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** - DS3 USB-C DAC HiFi Amp Dongle, Portable Headphone Amplifier with 7.1 Spatial Audio, ES9039Q2M XMOS Powered, DSD512, 3.5mm Single 4.4mm Balanced for PC/Phone/ PS5/ Switch Silver by fosi audio - **How much does it cost?** € 203.70 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/805877922-ds3-usb-c-dac-hifi-amp-dongle-portable-headphone-amplifier) ## Best For - fosi audio enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted fosi audio brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Powerful Yet Portable:** Lightweight 16g CNC-milled aluminum design delivers 220mW balanced output without draining your device’s battery. - • **Audiophile-Grade Precision:** Experience crystal-clear sound with ES9039Q2M DAC supporting 32bit/768kHz PCM & native DSD512 for ultra-high fidelity. - • **Customizable Sound Control:** Fine-tune your audio with 8 filter options and an 8-band hardware PEQ accessible via an intuitive web panel. - • **Immersive 7.1 Spatial Audio:** Transform your gaming and media with 360° surround sound and pinpoint FPS effects—no drivers needed. - • **Seamless Multi-Device Compatibility:** Plug & play with PC, phone, PS5, and Switch using USB-C, supporting both UAC 1.0 and 2.0 modes with volume memory. ## Overview The Fosi Audio DS3 is a sleek, portable USB-C DAC and headphone amplifier featuring the high-performance ES9039Q2M DAC and a dual-core 1.6GHz XMOS processor. It delivers pristine 32bit/768kHz PCM and native DSD512 audio with ultra-low distortion and a powerful 220mW balanced output. Designed for audiophiles and gamers alike, it offers immersive 7.1 spatial audio with dedicated FPS effects, customizable sound filters, and broad compatibility across PC, phone, PS5, and Switch—all housed in a lightweight, CNC-milled aluminum chassis. ## Description Buy Fosi Audio DS3 USB-C DAC HiFi Amp Dongle, Portable Headphone Amplifier with 7.1 Spatial Audio, ES9039Q2M XMOS Powered, DSD512, 3.5mm Single 4.4mm Balanced for PC/Phone/ PS5/ Switch Silver: Amplifiers - desertcart.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases ## Features - Audiophile-Grade DAC: This USB-C dongle DAC/amp pairs ES9039Q2M with 32bit/768 kHz PCM & native DSD512, delivering ≥122 dB SNR & <0.0003 % THD while pushing 220 mW@32Ω balanced—high performance meets low power draw for phones, PCs, and Switch - XMOS POWERED Processor: As the world's first DAC/amp to integrate XMOS POWERED in a battery-free design, DS3 runs a dual-core 1.6 GHz engine that fully unleashes the ES9039Q2M DAC, ensuring rock-stable, lossless audio streaming from source to decoder - Hardware Spatial Audio: Fosi's built-in algorithm turns 7.1-channel game audio into 360° surround, while a dedicated FPS effect pinpoints footsteps, reloads, and gunfire for instant positional accuracy on PC, PS5, or Switch—no drivers needed - HiFi & Gaming Dual Modes: Supports UAC 1.0 and UAC 2.0, with volume memory available in both modes. Eight filter options and an 8-band hardware-level PEQ - adjustable via a web-based control panel - allow precise sound customization without degradation - Family Design & Colors: CNC-milled aerospace aluminum and a tempered-glass skylight pare the portable dongle dac down to 16 g while flaunting the internal circuit board, plus DS3 comes in galaxy and obsidian to match the IM4 headphones ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0G6KWJY31 | | Audio Output Mode | Stereo, 7.1 Spatial Audio | | Best Sellers Rank | #25,131 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #47 in Headphone Amps | | Brand Name | Fosi Audio | | Compatible Devices | Headphone | | Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (81) | | Interface | USB | | Item Weight | 16 g | | Manufacturer | Fosi Audio | | Model | DS3-Sliver | | Number of Channels | 1 | | Part Number | DS3 | | Warranty Description | 2-year warranty | ## Product Details - **Audio Output Mode:** Stereo, 7.1 Spatial Audio - **Brand:** Fosi Audio - **Compatible Devices:** Headphone - **Interface Type:** USB - **Number of Channels:** 1 ## Images ![- DS3 USB-C DAC HiFi Amp Dongle, Portable Headphone Amplifier with 7.1 Spatial Audio, ES9039Q2M XMOS Powered, DSD512, 3.5mm Single 4.4mm Balanced for PC/Phone/ PS5/ Switch Silver - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61h+mkb-ukL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What accessories are included with the DS3?** A: The box contains the DS3 dongle DAC/amp, a USB-C cable, a USB-C to USB-A adapter, a quick-start guide, and the user manual—everything you need for plug-and-play listening on phones, PCs, PS5 or Switch. **Q: How do I switch gaming sound effects on the DS3?** A: In UAC 1.0 gaming mode, long-press both Volume+ and Volume- buttons to cycle through No Effect(yellow) / FPS Effect(blue) / 7.1 Spatial Audio Effect(purple); 7.1 creates a 360° immersive soundstage-no drivers needed. **Q: Can I change digital filters on the DS3?** A: Yes—long-press both volume keys in UAC 2.0. Filters 1–7 blink once, Filter 8 blinks twice; pick the curve that best suits your headphones and music. **Q: How do I change UAC modes on the DS3?** A: Plug in to default UAC 2.0 (red LED). Hold any volume key while reconnecting for UAC 1.0 (yellow). Swap back by unplugging and re-plugging the USB-C cable. **Q: How do I toggle high/low gain on the DS3?** A: Short-press both volume keys together. In UAC 2.0, red flash = high gain, solid red = low. In UAC 1.0, watch the last color: flash = high, steady = low—yellow for no effect, blue for FPS, purple for 7.1. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/805877922-ds3-usb-c-dac-hifi-amp-dongle-portable-headphone-amplifier](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/805877922-ds3-usb-c-dac-hifi-amp-dongle-portable-headphone-amplifier) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-08-12*