iFi Zen Air DAC V2 - USB DAC & Headphone Amp

Vendor: iFi Audio
Product Type: DAC & Headphone Amp
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iFi Zen Air DAC V2 - USB DAC & Headphone Amp

iFi Zen Air DAC V2 - USB DAC & Headphone Amp

$99.00

iFi Zen Air DAC V2 - USB DAC & Headphone Amp

$99.00

ZEN Air DAC

Improve the quality of your everyday audio with the ZEN Air DAC.

DAC stands for Digital to Analogue converter. In a nutshell, a DAC converts the digital info in your source device – your computer, games console, tablet, or smartphone –  to music that we can hear through speakers or headphones.

Every device that is a source of digital sound has a built-in DAC. External DACs sound much better than the standard DACs used inside these devices.

Simply better

The ZEN Air DAC functions as both a DAC and a headphone amp. It’s a great first step if you are just starting on your audio journey.

Simply connect it to your computer or smart device via a USB cable.  Then connect it to your headphones via the headphone jack at the front or to speakers via the RCA connections at the back.

If you already have an amp, you can use the ZEN DAC Air as a pure DAC with this amp or speakers.

Flexible formats

The ZEN Air DAC supports different file formats – PCM 32bit/384kHz, fully native DSD256, and MQA.

PCM  Pulse Code Modulation is the file format used in CD, DVD, Blu-ray, and other digital audio applications. It’s the next step up from MP3.

DSD – Direct Stream Digital is a very high-quality audio format, better than CD quality. The higher the number (sample rate), the better the recording – DSD64, 128, 256, 512, and 1024. Fully native means that it hasn’t been altered in any way from the original recording.

MQA  Master Quality Authenticated is an award-winning audio technology that enables music fans to stream the original master recording into their home, car, or their mobile. With the ZEN Air DAC, you can listen to MQA straight out of the box. Simply connect to Tidal Masters and check the option to stream MQA. 

Sonic tailoring

The ZEN Air DAC also sports a couple of unique sonic tweaks from iFi.

PowerMatch adjusts the gain of the ZEN DAC Air so it functions at the right level for your headphones. Gain is just a unit of measurement that indicates how loud an audio source is and is measured in decibels (dB).

XBass+ allows you to tailor the bass to suit your headphones and your personal taste.

Both are designed to improve and personalize your listening experience.

And breathe…

Most DACs still use digital volume control – ours is analogue.

What does this mean? When you reduce the volume on other DACs you remove data from the song or soundtrack. With analogue volume control, you reduce the volume whilst maintaining the quality.

Put simply, the ZEN Air DAC is an easy way to experience super clear hi-res audio quality in your everyday listening.

Sift through the noise, and breathe in the Air.

 Technical Specs

Input voltage DC 5V/2.5A
Input USB2.0 B Socket
Formats 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192/352.8/384kHz PCM
2.8/3.1/5.6/6.2/11.2/12.4MHz DSD
353/384KHz DXD
MQA
DAC Bit-Perfect DSD & DXD DAC by Burr Brown
Power consumption No Signal ~0.5W / Max Signal ~2.5W
Dimensions 158 x 117 x 35 mm
6.2" x 4.6" x 1.4"
Net weight 315 g
0.694 lbs
Line Section
Output 1V / 3.3V max.
Output Impedance ≤50Ω
SNR <-113dB(A) @ 0dBFS
DNR >113dB(A) @ -60dBFS
THD+N <0.04% @ 0dBFS
Headphone Section
Output 1V / 3.3V max. (variable)
Output Power >230mW @ 32Ω ; >36mW @ 300Ω
Output Impedance <1Ω
THD+N <0.04% (100mW @ 16Ω)
SNR >113dBA (3.3V)

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Enjoy free shipping on orders over $49 within the continental US. For orders under $49, a $4.95 flat rate applies. Orders are processed promptly, with most orders placed by 2pm EST shipped the same day. We ship only within the continental US and cannot change shipping addresses post-purchase.

30-Day Hassle-Free Returns:

At Audio Exchange, your satisfaction is our priority. If you're not completely satisfied with your purchase, you can return most items within 30 days for a full refund. Returns must be in ‘like new’ condition. Initiate your return on our website and send items back to: 6007 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23220.

Exceptions: Open box headphones, cartridges, and stylus’ are subject to a 15% restocking fee. Opened in-ear headphones and turntables cartridges or stylus’ with a broken needle are non-returnable.

Questions? Email us at audioexchangervb@gmail.com.

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