iFi Zen Air DAC
iFi Zen Air DAC
iFi Zen Air DAC headphone amplifier: take your device's sound to the next level
The iFi Zen Air DAC headphone amplifier lets you enjoy music with a quality that the standard built-in converters in your computer, phone or tablet just can't deliver. This DAC (Digital to Analogue Converter) transforms digital signals from your devices into a format you can hear with greater clarity and depth. Imagine the difference between a standard TV and an 8K Ultra HD TV – but for sound. The iFi Zen Air DAC headphone amplifier supports formats like PCM 32bit/384kHz, native DSD256 and MQA, so you can be sure your music will sound exactly as it was recorded. The PowerMatch feature adapts the gain for different headphones, and XBass+ lets you adjust the bass for a stronger, more natural sound. What's more, the analogue volume control maintains full sound quality even at lower volume levels. Simply connect the iFi Zen Air DAC headphone amplifier to your device via USB, plug in your headphones or speakers, and experience sound in full depth and detail.
Key features of the iFi Zen Air DAC headphone amplifier
- Replaces the inferior DACs and amplifiers in smartphones and computers
- Analogue volume control ensures full sound quality at all levels, unlike standard digital controls
- Supports multiple formats for authentic listening in original recording quality
- A combination of a Burr-Brown DAC and a 16-core XMOS chip guarantees precise and authentic high-resolution audio
- Customisable PowerMatch ensures optimal performance for different headphones
- XBass+ mode boosts the bass for a fuller, richer listening experience
Burr-Brown True Native
Sound in its original quality
16-core XMOS chip
SuperSpeed USB for flawless audio transfer
MQA technology
Delivers the sound of the original master recording
OV Series operational amplifier
Extremely low noise and minimal distortion
TDK C0G capacitors
High stability and low signal loss
Low-noise circuitry
Clearer and more precise soundiFi Zen Air DAC headphone amplifier with Hi-Res audio support and MQA decoding
The iFi Zen Air DAC headphone amplifier supports a wide range of audio formats, ensuring a truly faithful and authentic listening experience. It is compatible with PCM up to 32bit/384kHz, the standard for high-quality digital audio. Native DSD256 delivers high-resolution sound that far surpasses standard CD quality, and MQA lets you listen in the format of the original master recording, so every detail and nuance sounds exactly as intended during recording. This format support means you can enjoy music in its full depth and authenticity, whatever genre you're listening to.
iFi Zen Air DAC adapts the sound to your headphones
The iFi Zen Air DAC headphone amplifier is equipped with PowerMatch and XBass+ features, which let you customise the sound exactly to your preferences and headphone type. The PowerMatch feature adjusts the gain level to match the sensitivity of your headphones – this gives you optimal volume and sound clarity, whether you're using demanding studio headphones or sensitive IEMs. XBass+ adds depth to the sound and boosts the bass frequencies. These features give you control over the sound spectrum and let you personalise your listening experience to the max.
Headphone amplifier minimises noise
The combination of the Burr-Brown DAC and 16-core XMOS chip in the iFi Zen Air DAC headphone amplifier is designed to deliver maximum precision and authenticity in high-resolution audio. The Burr-Brown DAC provides a natural musicality that iFi has carefully tuned for the best possible audio experience. The 16-core XMOS microcontroller, specially programmed by the iFi team, ensures precise processing of digital audio inputs and minimises distortion and interference. This fusion of two advanced technologies delivers a rich, detailed sound that lets you hear the music just as the artists intended.
Quick connection for enhanced sound
The iFi Zen Air DAC headphone amplifier serves as both a high-quality DAC and a headphone amplifier. Connecting it is simple – just link it to your computer or smart device with a USB cable, then connect your headphones via the front headphone output or speakers using the RCA outputs on the back. For more advanced audio setups, you can also use the ZEN Air DAC as a pure DAC, which works great with your existing amplifier or speakers.
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| Code: | IFI01sz02 |
| Warranty: | 24 months |
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