iFi Audio ZEN Air DAC 2 Hi-Res Headphone Amp / Preamp / DAC

ZEN Air DAC 2 Hi-Res Desktop Headphone Amplifier / DAC / Preamplifier, by iFi Audio.

The ZEN Air DAC 2 elevates home audio, transforming PCs and tablets into high-resolution hubs. This second-generation model debuts a midnight blue finish with a premium metal fascia and a dedicated power button for added convenience. Driven by a newly selected Cirrus Logic DAC, it provides enhanced clarity and dynamics, ensuring a more natural connection to your music.

A significant upgrade is the inclusion of a balanced 4.4mm headphone output, ensuring a cleaner, noise-free performance. Coupled with a 300% increase in amplification power over the original model, the ZEN Air DAC 2 drives demanding headphones with ease. This added headroom allows your equipment to reveal the full depth and emotion within high-quality recordings.

Users can customise their sound via iFi’s analogue XBass and PowerMatch modes, which adjust low-end weight and gain for a perfect headphone match. Whether streaming from Tidal or Spotify, this compact unit offers a bit-perfect connection. The result is a sophisticated listening experience that prioritises musical engagement over technical complexity.

Features

• Newly chosen Cirrus Logic DAC for superior clarity and dynamics
• Balanced 4.4mm headphone output for noise-free, expressive playback
• Upgraded 484mW (RMS) power delivering 300% more headphone drive
• XBass+ analogue processing to restore natural weight and warmth
• PowerMatch toggle to intelligently adapt gain for any headphone
• Bit-perfect support for high-res PCM 384kHz and DSD256
• Premium midnight blue finish with metal fascia and power button

Specifications

• Hi-Res Support: PCM 384kHz; DSD256
• Line Output Voltage: 2V; 3.4V max. (variable gain)
• HP Output Power (RMS): ≥5.57V/484mW @ 64Ω (4.4mm); ≥3.02V/286mW @ 32Ω (6.3mm)
• HP Output Impedance: <0.7Ω (3.5mm); <1.4Ω (4.4mm)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 118dBA (both outputs)
• Dynamic Range: 118dBA (both outputs)
• THD+N: ≤0.0011% (6.3mm, 1.27V @ 16Ω);≤0.0015% (4.4mm, 2.4V @ 32Ω)
• Frequency Response: 20Hz-90kHz (-3dB)
• Power Supply Requirements: USB-C 5V/>1A
• Power Consumption: No signal ~0.55W; Max signal ~3.55W
• Dimensions: 158 x 100 x 35mm (6.2 x 3.9 x 1.4”)
• Net Weight: 315g (0.69lbs)

Included

• iFI Audio ZEN Air DAC 2
• USB-A to USB-C Cable (1.2 m)
• Quick Start Card
• Instruction Card

More Information

• ZEN Air DAC 2, by iFi Audio