Connect with us

Hi, what are you looking for?

New Products

iFi Announces LAN iPurifier Pro Under New SilentPower Brand

For $299, the SilentPower LAN iPurifier Pro promises to prevent interferences coming through an ethernet cable from reaching audio devices.

SilentPower LAN iPurifier Pro Rear

Audio accessories can be a polarizing topic for a lot of audiophiles and we think some healthy skepticism is a very good thing. Certain products like $1,000 Ethernet cables should raise a few eyebrows for the simple reason that the return on investment is extremely low. Nobody is forcing one to buy it, but our experience with some of them has been less than convincing.

Cleaning up system noise is a legitimate pursuit, but there is no question that there are some trade-offs with certain types of power line conditioners and that also applies to products that one introduces into the signal chain between source components.

Do they actually work? Some have proven to be very effective and the folks at iFi Audio make some of the more cost effective options available.

iFi Audio has announced the launch of the LAN iPurifier Pro ($299 USD) as part of the new SilentPower brand. 

iFi established this brand of power and signal solutions to deliver silence and clarity to audio systems without distortion or interference from power sources and cables. 

The SilentPower brand includes four segments:

SilentPower LAN iPurifier Pro Front
SilentPower LAN iPurifier Pro (middle device)

Each segment encompasses products that are engineered to deliver noise cancellation and power purity, ensuring that the audio single you hear is pristine and immersive. SilentPower products blend innovation, affordability, and high-quality performance.

From Pat Wen, Director at iFi Audio: “We’re delighted to announce the SilentPower brand. Through our extensive research over the years, we found that due to noise interference found in either the power chain or the signal chain, many audiophiles feel their Hi-Fi systems sound dull and lifeless. Therefore, there has been increasing demand from the market for audio enhancers to deliver exceptional, lively sound…To meet this demand for audio enhancer products and prioritize research and development, we’ve launched SilentPower as its own brand.

LAN iPurifier Pro

The main product of the SilentPower brand is the LAN iPurifier Pro. This component provides a plug-and-play solution to what traditionally requires complex steps.

Utilizing optical galvanic isolation technology, incoming LAN signals are converted into optical (light) signals and back again. This ensures electrical isolation between input and output by preventing any noise from the LAN system from contaminating the stream or DAC.

The LAN iPurifier Pro claims to improve musical timing due to its signal regeneration capabilities which in theory could eliminate jitter and errors so listeners experience the music as clearly and correctly as possible.

Advertisement. Scroll to continue reading.

SilentPower LAN iPurifier Pro Front Lights

The LAN iPurifier Pro ensures transparent data transmission while meeting network connection standards, including 1000BASE-T (Gigabit Ethernet), IEEE 802.3x standard, and supporting 1000/100/10Mbps.

The LAN iPurifier Pro is compatible with a wide range of network devices such as 4K media boxes and media streaming PCs.

Key Specifications

  • Ethernet: IEEE 802.3x
  • Speed Supported: 1000Mbps / 100Mbps / 10Mbps
  • Power :USB-C 5V DC/1A
  • Input: 1x RJ45
  • Dimensions: 99 x 92.8 x 24.2mm (3.9 x 3.7 x 0.95 inches)
  • Net Weight: 241g (8.05 oz)

What Comes in the Box

  • 1 x LAN iPurifier ProEthernet Cable (0.5m)
  • 1 xUSB-A to USB-C Cable (1.2m)
  • 1 x USB Power Adapter (5V)
  • 1 x Quick Start Card
  • 1 x Instruction Card

Other iFi SilentPower Products

iFi SilentPower Pro Products

Power Solutions: SilentPower’s iPower series power supplies use proprietary Active Noise Cancellation technology for noise-free performance. This detects and cancels out incoming noise by generating an inverse signal, ensuring noise-free performance. 

Conditioners: SilentPower conditioners, including the iPurifier series, eliminate noise and jitter from computers, networks, and digital connections. This supports optimal audio quality by reducing timing errors and rebalancing digital signals for bit-perfect data transmission, leading to better analog signal conversion.

Cables: ​The SilentPower Supa variants incorporate ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) technology. This eliminates unwanted noise ensuring electricity flows uninterrupted. In contrast, the Nova and Quasar do not incorporate ANC capabilities.

All four power cables in the product line are structured in a geometrically balanced configuration, enhancing the overall dielectric performance of the cables.

A key element in the SilentPower cables is called Ground Zero, an innovation developed in-house at iFi. This technology carries an opposite current as well as a fully balanced configuration inside the ground wire to cancel out the magnetic field. This balanced design achieves constant impedance regardless of the position of the cable.

SilentPower Technology

Active Noise-Cancelling

SilentPower’s noise-canceling technology leverages AMR’s advanced OptiMains technology to isolate power supplies from grid noise and DC offset, ensuring power purity in SilentPower products. Inspired by military radar cancellation techniques, iFi claims that its Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) ensures power supplies are ten times quieter than most audiophile power solutions.

Active Filtration

​SilentPower’s Active Noise Cancellation II technology starts noise reduction at 10kHz and is more effective across a wider frequency range compared to passive solutions, ensuring pure signal transmission throughout the SilentPower product range.

Galvanic isolation technology achieves the separation of electrical circuits, effectively eliminating stray currents. Audio signals can pass between galvanically isolated circuits to block differences in ground potential or currents induced by AC power.

Advertisement. Scroll to continue reading.

Initial Impressions

It’s interesting to note iFi has separated their power related products into the SilentPower sub-brand. Although we agree clean power is important for a smooth running system, will the benefits of such products always be noticeable? There are many power conditioning-type products that aren’t always effective, so let’s hope that iFi delivers what it promises with SilentPower — as it does in its audio product line. 

​Pricing & Availability

The Silent Power LAN iPurifier Pro is available for $299 at Audio46 or direct from silentpower.tech.

Tip: Audio46 buyers can get 5% off with coupon code ecoustics.

Related Reading

3 Comments

3 Comments

  1. David

    June 16, 2024 at 4:23 am

    lol. Swampland in Brooklyn for sale as well.

    • Ian White

      June 16, 2024 at 3:09 pm

      David,

      I’ve made it clear over the 25 years that I have written about high-end audio/video that “accessories” are a huge miss for me when it comes to expensive cables and power line conditioners.

      Members of the high-end press who extoll the merits of $1,000 ethernet cables have a completely different agenda that I don’t buy into. You will never convince me that they make a significant difference and I have tried a number of them. I do use one made by QED but primarily because it was the right length that I needed between my ASUS router and Roon Nucleus. Do I think it makes any kind of sonic difference that I can hear in any of my systems that are connected to the router using CAT 6 purchased at Staples? Not really.

      I will say that iFi makes some really useful accessories that I have integrated successfully into portable headphone rigs, desktop systems, and even my bedroom system.

      Does the LAN iPurifier Pro work? Having not tried it, I really don’t know. But iFi is rather careful about putting out products that don’t impact the sound and I am curious to see if this does anything.

      Best,

      Ian White

  2. Ixoye

    June 16, 2024 at 10:53 pm

    What comes after the purifier, The tinfoil hat.?

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Advertisement

Latest Products

Hsu Research D15-Chimera SC Subwoofer in satin black

New Products

Meet the new apex predator of home theater bass: the Hsu Research D15-Chimera SC, a modular, dual 15-inch subwoofer that just made its explosive debut...

Ruark MR1 MK3 Desktop Speakers with iMac Ruark MR1 MK3 Desktop Speakers with iMac

New Products

Ruark MR1 Mk3 desktop speakers deliver high-res sound, versatile connectivity, and compact design. Add the RS1 subwoofer for deep bass without taking up space.

Nothing CMF Buds 2 Cases all colors Nothing CMF Buds 2 Cases all colors

Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones

Nothing’s CMF Buds 2 earbuds feature Dirac Opteo technology for superior sound clarity, deeper bass, and hybrid ANC—all in an affordable, durable package perfect...

beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X Studio Headphones Lifestyle Woman Profile beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X Studio Headphones Lifestyle Woman Profile

New Products

Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X adds detachable cable, 48-ohm impedance, STELLAR.45 drivers, and improved comfort—all for just $199.

Clearaudio Compass Turntables in Black and Silver with lid up front Clearaudio Compass Turntables in Black and Silver with lid up front

New Products

Discover the Clearaudio Compass, a German-engineered entry-level turntable built for audiophiles. Precision, style, and performance—ready to shake up Rega, Pro-Ject, and VPI.

Sennheiser BTD-700 with Momentum4 Headphones Sennheiser BTD-700 with Momentum4 Headphones

Dongle DACs

Sennheiser BTD 700 Bluetooth dongle boosts wireless audio with aptX Lossless, low latency, and Auracast—plug & play high-def sound for any device.

Gift Ideas?

Father's Day Gift Guide 2024 Best Tech and HiFi Gifts

Gift Guides

Upgrade Dad's digital lifestyle with gifts he'll enjoy all year and beyond this Father's Day. New Hi-Fi, Headphones, Home Theater and more!

You May Also Like

DAPs

At $2,999, Astell&Kerns's A&Ultima SP3000T DAP offers a triple amp system with tubes that are easy to get used to.

HDTV 4K & 8K TV

The initial roll-out of this wireless tech is limited to TCL TVs and a new TCL speaker, but the plan is to expand to...

Best Right Now

These top performing huge screen TVs are available to put in your Amazon cart, assuming your credit line is high enough.

New Products

The company's new player can store up to 10 reference quality 4K movies without the need for additional storage and also adds support for...

Digital Music Systems

Three years in the making, Qobuz Connect is here and it's available on more devices than you might think.

Articles

Class D amplifiers are revolutionizing the audiophile world, delivering top-tier sound without the hefty price tag. Discover how brands like NAD, Topping, and SMSL...

Reviews

TCL's first attempt at a discrete 7.1.4-channel Dolby Atmos soundbar system could be an affordable take on cinematic sound at home. But is it?

New Products

Some of our favorite over-ear wireless noise cancelling headphones are getting a major update. But will tariffs make these practically unaffordable in the United...

Advertisement

ecoustics is a hi-fi and music magazine offering product reviews, podcasts, news and advice for aspiring audiophiles, home theater enthusiasts and headphone hipsters. Read more

Copyright © 1999-2024 ecoustics | Disclaimer: We may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site.



SVS Bluesound PSB Speakers NAD Cambridge Audio Q Acoustics Denon Marantz Focal Naim Audio RSL Speakers