iFi Audio ZEN DAC 3

The ZEN DAC 3 is the key to unlocking the world of high-res music on streaming platforms - supporting sample rates up to PCM 768kHz, DSD512 and MQA. Its maximum output power of 390mW surpasses common laptops by 5-10 times, driving premium headphones with superior performance. The balanced output and volume control enable effortless connection to active speakers, enhances usability and renders it an exceptional DAC/Amp for both home and office use.

Features

• Supports all high-res music formats up to PCM 768kHz, DSD512, and MQA
• Equipped with a USB-C input for plug-and-play connectivity
• Offers both 6.3mm Single-Ended and 4.4mm Balanced headphone outputs, delivering up to 390mW of power for various headphones and earphones
• Features RCA and 4.4mm balanced outputs with variable and fixed volume settings, allowing for seamless connection to your active speakers, preamplifiers, or power amplifiers
• Includes XBass+ to restore lost bass frequencies from open headphones
• Comes with PowerMatch, a switchable gain to ensure optimal power for the headphones you are using
• Improved low-jitter GMT (Global Master Timing) clock provides >20dB better performance
• Improved circuitry, including enhanced DC offset, ensures heightened signal purity and accuracy
• Incorporates a 16-Core XMOS low-latency microcontroller for DSD512 and MQA full decoding