iFi Audio ZEN Air DAC 2 DAC/Amp - High-Res Listening Simplified
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iFi Audio ZEN Air DAC 2 DAC/Amp

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Enjoy an immersive sound experience at home with the iFi Audio ZEN Air DAC 2

The iFi Audio ZEN Air DAC 2 lets you sink deep into your favorite tunes right away - without breaking the bank.

Featuring a bit-perfect DAC for a more dynamic sound, a powerful amplifier stage for effortless compatibility with demanding gear, and XBass + with PowerMatch for deeper, more powerful bass.

With the ZEN Air DAC 2, your music will sound full, powerful, and immersive - every single time.

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What's In The Box?

Everything you need is included with the iFi Audio ZEN Air DAC 2.

• iFi Audio ZEN Air DAC 2 DAC/Amp

• USB-A to USB-C Cable (1.2m)

• Quick Start Card

• Instruction Card



Crafted For Sound - ZEN Air DAC 2

The iFi ZEN Air DAC 2 packs the essentials for high-resolution sound playback, so you can simply plug in and enjoy music at home.

Housed inside the premium, Midnight Blue chassis is iFi Audio's brand new DAC tuned to iFi's unique house sound, so you can experience next-level immersion in your favorite music, movies, or games.

In response to user feedback, the ZEN Air DAC 2 now comes with a dedicated power button at the front of the system, allowing you to switch off the unit when not in use.

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Bit-Perfect Cirrus Logic DAC, for natural sound and details

iFi Audio choose a bit-perfect Cirrus Logic DAC for the Zen Air DAC 2, to give you a more natural listening experience.

This next-generation DAC is tuned to give you a clear, engaging, and life-like sound, so you can enjoy a more immersive sound.

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Balanced 4.4mm Output, so you can drive your favorite headphones

Previously reserved for the ZEN series, the iFi ZEN Air DAC 2 now comes with a Balanced 4.4mm Headphone Output jack, so you can drive your powerful headphones without spending extra on more premium gear.

Plug in your balanced headphones, and enjoy a noise-free sound where every detail comes through with effortless clarity.

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Powerful Amplifier Stage, for a deeper and more impactful sound

The ZEN Air DAC 2 lets you drive demanding headphones with ease.

Alongside the new DAC chip and 4.4mm Balanced Output is a more powerful amplifier stage, boasting 300% more power than the outgoing model.

The powerful built-in amplifier unlocks your headphones' full potential, allowing you to enjoy the impact and soundstage they were meant to deliver.

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XBass+ and PowerMatch for a more energetic sound

The ZEN Air DAC 2 packs XBass+ and PowerMatch technology for those moments where you're looking for more spice from your music.

XBass+ boosts bass frequencies for a more energy and excitement, while PowerMatch automatically adjusts gain, so you can enjoy a full sound on even your most power-hungry headphones.

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ZEN Air DAC 2 Specs

DIMENSIONS

158 x 100 x 35mm

(6.2 x 3.9 x 1.4”)

DYNAMIC RANGE

118dBA (both outputs)

FREQUENCY RESPONSE

20Hz-90kHz (-3dB)

HI-RES SUPPORT

PCM 384kHz; DSD256

HP OUTPUT IMPEDANCE

<0.7Ω (3.5mm); <1.4Ω (4.4mm)

HP OUTPUT POWER RMS

≥5.57V/484mW @ 64Ω (4.4mm)

≥3.02V/286mW @ 32Ω (6.3mm)

LIMITED WARRANTY

12 months*; 24 months in EU

LINE OUTPUT VOLTAGE

2V; 3.4V max. (variable gain)

NET WEIGHT

315g

(0.69lbs)

OUTPUT IMPEDANCE

Line Section:

≤50Ω

Headphone Section:

<1Ω

POWER CONSUMPTION

No signal ~0.55W; Max signal ~3.55W

SNR

118dBA (both outputs)

THD+N

≤0.0011% (6.3mm, 1.27V @ 16Ω);

≤0.0015% (4.4mm, 2.4V @ 32Ω);

POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENT

USB-C 5V/>1A


ZEN Air DAC 2 Quick Start Guide

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