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Description
Stream your favorite tunes wirelessly with the iFi Audio ZEN Stream
The iFi Audio ZEN Stream is a powerful streaming device that allows you to send music wirelessly to your DAC with virtually no loss in sound quality.
Stream hi-res PCM, DSD, and MQA at the highest data rates via high-speed WiFi/LAN and send those juicy audio signals directly to your preferred DAC via USB 3.0 or S/PDIF - the choice is yours.
What's In The Box?
Everything you need is included with the iFi Audio ZEN Stream.
- iFi audio ZEN Stream Network Audio Streamer
- Ethernet Cable
- Antenna
- Plastic Screwdriver
- Power Adapter
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty Card
Look Ma, No Cables!
The iFi ZEN Stream lets you enjoy hi-res sound minus the cable clutter.
Connect the iFi ZEN Stream to your local internet connection and play music from your wireless device. The ZEN Stream will automatically show up as a playback device on your favorite music streaming apps like Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, YouTube Music, and more.
No need to worry about connecting a sound source via auxiliary cables or fiddling with annoying adapters to connect to your phone. The iFi ZEN Stream lets you enjoy your music seamlessly.
Lightning Fast Wireless Connection
The iFi ZEN Stream supports high-speed USB 3.0 and S/PDIF outputs for the best sound with virtually zero quality degredation.
Blazing fast LAN and WiFi support (up to 100Mbps at 5Ghz) ensures the ZEN Stream gets all the bandwidth it needs to deliver exceptional sound when playing PCM384, DSD256, and MQA audio.
Native Streaming Support - iFi ZEN Stream
Many popular music streaming apps support the iFi ZEN Stream natively.
- Stream directly through Spotify or Tidal.
- Stream through DLNA streaming apps
- Connect directly with your Apple or Android device
- Integrated Roon support
- NAA streaming through Sygnalist's HQPlayer software
Fire up your preferred streaming service on your phone, tablet, or laptop, and play your music through the iFi ZEN Stream - it's so easy.
Exclusive Streaming Modes for Optimized Sound
At the back of the ZEN Stream you'll fine a nifty little dial that lets you switch between Exclusive modes. These exclusive modes allow you to optimize the ZEN Stream's sound for the streaming service you wish to use.
Switch to position 1 to cover all modes, or play around with positions 2, 3, 4, and 5 to experience enhanced sound quality when streaming through ROON, Tidal, NAA, or DLNA, respectively.
Get the best sound no matter the source with the iFi ZEN Stream.
Purge the noise - iFi Audio ZEN Stream
Behind the iFi ZEN Stream's robust features and ultra-clean sound is a powerful 64-bit quad-core ARM Cortex microprocessor and a collection of high-tech features by iFi Audio.
The USB and S/PDIF interfaces feature Active Noise Cancellation II and iPurifier technologies for low noise and distortion.
High-quality components from TDK, Taiyo Yuden, and Murata produce low ESR, which results in a clean sound presentation.
The iFi ZEN Stream is built from the ground up to produce the lowest noise and distortion to ensure the sound you hear is as pure and life-like as possible.
Stream-iFi App
Scan this code and set up your ZEN Stream's Wi-Fi connection via the Stream-iFi app.
The QR code will take you to your phone's app store where you can download the latest version of the Stream-iFi app.
Hi-Res Audio
The iFi ZEN Stream is Hi-Res Audio certified and supports all the latest HD audio codecs.
Stream PCM over Wi-Fi or Ethernet at up to 32-bit/384kHz or play back DSD files up to DSD256 through the ZEN Stream's wired or wireless connections.
Exclusive Modes
The iFi ZEN Stream is specifically designed to work seamlessly with popular streaming services such as ROON, Tidal Masters, and more.
The ZEN Stream gives you the ability to push sound quality further through Exclusive Modes. Toggle the dial to your streaming service's designated position and enjoy the purest sound performance.
Master Quality Authenticated
MQA or Master Quality Authenticated guarantees studio-like master sound on compatible devices.
The iFi Audio ZEN Stream supports full MQA decoding, which means you can enjoy the best-quality music streams when you connect the ZEN Stream to any MQA streaming service.
ZEN Stream Technical Specifications
Input voltage
DC 9V/1.8A-15V/0.8A
AC 100 -240V, 50/60Hz
Input
Wi-Fi / Ethernet / USB HDD
(Firmware updates via OTA and USB-C at rear)
Formats
PCM384
DSD256
(MQA passthrough)
Output
USB3.0 (Type-A Socket) x2
SPDIF (Coaxial)
Power consumption
No Signal ~6W
Max Signal ~10W
Dimensions
158 x 100 x 35 mm
6.2" x 3.9" x 1.4"
Net weight
578g (1.14 lbs)
ZEN Stream User Manual and Quick Start Guide
Shipping
Shipping is FREE on all orders to customers within the USA.
We don't want to mess around with fine print and extra charges. We like things to be simple and easy.
Here's how shipping works around here:
- Place your order
- You'll receive a confirmation e-mail. This means we've received your order and have pre-authorized your payment method.
- We check the stock levels on your product.
- We do this because we're a small family-owned business. Many of the products we source directly from the brands, and we don't keep their inventory levels updated.
- If it's available, we'll get it shipped within 3 business days.
- If it's not available, we'll reach out by email and make alternate arrangements.
- You'll receive another email with shipping/tracking information.
Generous Returns
While we fully stand by every product that we sell, we understand that sometimes you might change your mind or realize the product you ordered wasn't exactly what you were hoping for.
Here's a quick rundown of our return policy.
- 365 Day Returns, for ANY reason.
- You will pay NOTHING for the return.
- ZERO Return Shipping Cost
- You will receive your hard-earned money back in your pocket.
- HiFiSoundGear will pay for shipping defective, damaged, or incorrect merchandise at our cost.
Why Buy From Us
We get it. You've got a lot of choice when it comes to online retailers. Here's why we think you should shop with us at HiFiSoundGear.
- Free Shipping in the USA. No extra charges. Ever.
- Price Match Guarantee. Best prices online guaranteed.
- Zero Shenanigans. If we can't help you, we won't pretend like we can.
- 365 Day Generous Returns. Not happy with your product? We'll take it back - no questions asked.
- Great Service. We pride ourselves on the best service, anywhere.
- Your Satisfaction Guaranteed. We handpick our products for quality, and we know you'll love them. But if there is ever something wrong, we'll fix it.