iFi Audio ZEN DAC V2 & Headphone Amplifier

This ZEN DAC V2 is the same award-winning hi-res USB DAC/headphone amp as before but with added oomph!

We’ve upgraded its digital engine from an 8 core XMOS chip to a 16 core chip. It’s ultra-capable while still being super-affordable.

Compact enough to use as a USB DAC/amp on your work desk and stylish enough to use at home with your favourite active speakers or amp, it delivers a level of specification and performance that punches above its super-affordable price tag.

The ZEN DAC V2 supports PCM and DXD to 32-bit/384kHz, DSD256 and MQA. DSD remains ‘bit-perfect’ thanks to the True Native Burr-Brown chip design.

FEATURES

• UPGRADE YOUR SYSTEM - With this state-of-the-art compact Digital Analogue Converter for home audio, office, or desktop use, you will hear a difference and clarity in your audio system whether you use speakers or headphones

• EASY CONNECTIVITY - Connect via USB3.0 (USB2.0 compatible) input from your USB source such as a computer or Digital Audio Player (DAP). Output to headphones, active speakers, or amplifier with 6.3mm Unbalanced / 4.4mm Balanced / RCA connections

• HIGH RESOLUTION AUDIO - Hear familiar songs in a whole new light with rich detail and warm natural tones created by the Burr Brown True Native digital to analogue converter which can process any hi-res audio format up to PCM 384kHz/24 bit, DSD256, DXD 384kHz, and decodes MQA all without additional conversion so you can listen exactly as the artist intended.

• TECH PACKED - With technology like: Variable analogue volume control, PowerMatch adjustment for iEMs/On & Over Ears, and TrueBass to add bass to iEMs and a new and improve low jitter clock with >20dB improved performance, you can listen to your music with smoother, cleaner, playback.

• STYLISH AND SMART DESIGN - Military Grade Aluminium makes up a sturdy and sleek exterior. The smooth curves and edges will bring a sense of peace and tranquillity to your home or office

Input 

• USB3.0 B Socket
• (USB2.0 compatible)

Formats 

• PCM (384/352.8/192/176.4/96/88.2/48/44.1kHz)
• DSD (256/128/64), DXD(384/352.8kHz)
• MQA (Decoder)

DAC 

• Bit-Perfect DSD & DXD DAC by Burr Brown

Line Section
Output 

• Audio RCA (SE) — 2.1V fixed
• 1V / 3.3V max. (variable)
• 4.4mm Pentaconn (BAL) — 4.2V fixed
• 2V / 6.2V max. (variable)

Zout 

• <= 200 Ohm (BAL)
• <= 100 Ohm (SE)

SNR 

• < -116dB(A) @ 0dBFS (BAL/SE)

DNR 

• > 116dB(A) @ -60dBFS (BAL/SE)

THD+N 

• < 0.0015% @ 0dBFS (BAL/SE)

Headphone Section
Output Power 

• (@1% THD) 4.4mm Pentaconn (BAL)
• 330mW@32 Ohm; 6.6V@600 Ohm;
• 16 Ohm - 600 Ohm Headphone
• 6.3mm S-BAL (SE)
• 230mW@32 Ohm; 3.3V@600 Ohm
• 16 Ohm - 600 Ohm Headphone
• Note: Using 5v power. If powered from USB, power output may vary.

Output Impedance 

• < 1 Ω (BAL/SE)

THD & N 

• < 0.005% (125mW @ 32R)

SNR 

• > 113dBA (6.2V BAL/3.3V SE)

Power consumption 

• < 1.5W via USB power OR 5v DC (power supply not included)

Dimensions 

• 160(w) x 117(d) x 35(h) mm
• 6.3" x 4.6" x 1.4"

Weight (Gross) 

• 0.8 kg (1.8 lbs)

Warranty period 

• 12 months

• 1 x Ifi Audio ZEN DAC V2
• 1 x USB Connection Cable
• 1 x RCA Cable
• 1 x 3.5 > 6.3 Connector
• 1 x Power Supply
• 1 x User Manual

• iFi Audio ZEN DAC V2 User Manual