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Description
Enjoy music at the highest resolutions with the iFi Audio ZEN DAC 3 Desktop DAC/Amp
The third-generation ZEN DAC from iFi Audio features improved hi-res support, a strong amplifier stage, and multiple audio enhancement options - everything you need to enjoy your music at the highest quality at home or in the office.
What's In The Box?
Everything you need is included with the iFi Audio ZEN DAC 3:
- iFi ZEN DAC 3
- RCA Cable
- 3.5mm to 6.3mm adapter
- Quick Start Guide
- Instruction Card
New Look. Improved Sound. - iFi Audio ZEN DAC 3
The iFi Audio ZEN DAC 3 supports the highest resolutions and has all the inputs you'll need to enjoy your music through your preferred setup.
Play music up to PCM 768kHz, DSD at DSD512, and full MQA decoding made possible by the powerful XMOS 16-core microprocessor and Burr-Brown DAC chip.
The iFi ZEN DAC v3's powerful integrated headphone amplifier will drive any headphone through the 4.4mm balanced or 6.3mm single-ended output.
Need even more power? Turn on the switchable gain feature, PowerMatch, and push more juice to your headphones or IEMs for a full-range sound experience.
Drive any headphone with ease with the iFi Audio ZEN DAC 3
Plug in your favorite headphones or IEMs into the balanced 4.4mm input or the single-ended 6.3mm headphone input and enjoy up to 390 mW of power - enough to drive your most demanding headphones.
Push the XBass+ button and enjoy enhanced bass response instantly - perfect for filling in missing bass details when listening through bass-light headphones or IEMs.
Even without a dedicated amplifier, the iFi ZEN DAC 3 has all the juice you need to allow your headphones and IEMs to deliver exceptional sound quality at your preferred listening volumes.
DAC/Amp, DAC, and Pre-amp - all in one
The iFi ZEN DAC 3 offers unbeatable versatility. DAC/Amp or DAC pre-amp, the ZEN DAC 3 will deliver exceptional sound.
Toggle between Variable and Fixed to drive speakers directly or connect the ZEN DAC 3 to a receiver or amplifier.
When using the iFi Audio ZEN DAC 3 in Variable mode, you can control volume through the ZEN DAC 3's analog volume knob.
Alternatively, switch to fixed mode and shift volume-control duties to your preferred amplifier.
Premium components for premium sound
The iFi ZEN DAC 3's high-resolution sound is made possible by the powerful XMOS 16x chipset and the Bit-Perfect Burr-Brown DAC.
The XMOS 16-core chip offers enhanced processing speed with clock speeds up to 2000 MIPS and a max memory capacity of 512KB, while the Burr-Brown DAC ensures file formats remain Bit-Perfect, so you hear music as intended by your favorite artists.
Hi-Res Audio
The iFi ZEN DAC 3 supports Hi-Res Audio playback with support for PCM up to 32-bit/768kHz, DSD up to DSD512, and 1x/2x DSD.
Whether you're using it as a DAC/Amp or a pre-amp, you can enjoy music at the highest resolutions through the ZEN DAC 3.
XMOS 16-core Microprocessor
At the heart of the iFi ZEN DAC 3 is the powerful XMOS 16x microprocessor. The XMOS 16x processor boasts up to 2000MIPS clock speed and up to 512KB of memory, along with support for the latest SuperSpeed USB protocol.
The result is low-latency, high-resolution sound so you can enjoy your favorite tunes the way the artists and producers intended.
Burr-Brown MultiBit DAC
Working alongside the powerful XMOS 16-core microprocessor is the tried-and-true Burr-Brown Bit-Perfect DAC.
The Burr-Brown DAC's bit-perfect chipset plays back sound files without alterations to the music file's original format. The result is an untainted sound presentation that lets you enjoy your favorite music in its purest form.
XBass+
The iFi Audio ZEN DAC v3 features iFi Audio's XBass+ technology.
XBass+ is iFi Audio's unique bass-enhancement feature that improves bass response without affecting the rest of the frequency range.
XBass+ adds much-needed power to flat-sounding music or headphones, making your listening experience more engaging - perfect for IEMs or headphones lacking low-end energy.
ZEN DAC 3 Technical Specifications
Input
USB Type-C
Game Console Compatibility
SONY PS5 and Nintendo Switch
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Formats
PCM: (768/705.6/384/352.8/192/176.4/96/88.2/48/44.1kHz)
DSD: (512/256/128/64)
DXD: (768/705.6/384/352.8kHz)
MQA: (Decoder)
DAC
Bit-Perfect DSD & DXD DAC by Burr Brown
Line Output Section
Output Power
Balanced: 4.4mm: 2V / 6.2V max. (variable); 4.2V fixed
Single-Ended RCA: 1V / 3.3V max. (variable); 2.1V fixed
Output Impedance
Balanced: 4.4mm ≤200Ω
Single-Ended: RCA ≤100Ω
SNR
≥ 113dBA @ 0dBFS
DNR
≥ 113dBA @ 0dBFS
THD+N
Balanced: 4.4mm <0.0015% @ 0dBFS; Single-Ended RCA: <0.003% @ 0dBFS
Headphone Output Section
Max.^ Output Power
Balanced 4.4mm: >70mW @ 600Ω; >300mW @ 32Ω
Single-Ended 6.35mm: >18mW @ 600Ω; >210mW @ 32Ω
RMS Output Power
Balanced 4.4mm: >390mW @ 64Ω
Single-Ended 6.35mm: >210mW @ 32Ω
Output impedance
≤1Ω
SNR
≥ 109dBA @ 0dBFS (6.2V 4.4mm / 3.3V 6.35mm)
DNR
≥ 109dBA @ 0dBFS (6.2V 4.4mm / 3.3V 6.35mm)
THD+N
Balanced 4.4mm: <0.005% (2V @ 600 Ω);
Single-Ended 6.35mm: <0.013% (1.27V @ 32Ω)
General
Frequency Response
5Hz – 90kHz (±3dB)
Power supply requirement
USB-C or DC 5V/0.5A (centre +ve)
Power consumption
No Signal ~0.5W; Max Signal ~2.5W
Dimensions
158 x 115 x 35mm (6.2” x 4.6” x 1.4”)
Net weight
456g (1.0 lbs)
Limited Warranty
12 months*
*12 months typical or as permitted / required by local resell laws.
*Specifications are subject to change without Notice.
^See FAQ at ifi-audio.com for more information.
ZEN DAC 3 User Manual
Shipping
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Generous Returns
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- 365 Day Returns, for ANY reason.
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