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iFi Audio ZEN Air DAC 2
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The ZEN Air DAC 2 is an accessible digital-to-analogue converter from iFi Audio, a well-established British manufacturer known for accomplished, value-focused digital audio engineering, built with an exceptionally wide top-end extension. The ZEN Air DAC 2 brings iFi's considered engineering to an accessible digital conversion format.
Key specs that matter
DSD compatibility reaches DSD256, with PCM support up to 384kHz. Frequency response spans an exceptionally wide 20Hz to 90,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Output impedance is 50 ohms single-ended. Signal-to-noise ratio is an exceptional 118dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise at or under 0.0011% at 22kHz. At 158 x 100 x 35mm and just 0.315kg, the ZEN Air DAC 2 maintains a manageable, accessible DAC chassis.
Sound and use context
Expect exceptionally clean, detailed conversion reflecting the exceptional 118dB signal-to-noise figure combined with the exceptionally wide 20Hz-90kHz bandwidth, representing outstanding value at this accessible price tier.
Pairing
iFi's own amplifier catalogue offers natural, brand-coherent pairings within the same broader accessible catalogue.
Alternatives
Other manufacturers' comparable accessible DACs offer alternatives for buyers wanting to compare format support and measured performance.
Key specs that matter
DSD compatibility reaches DSD256, with PCM support up to 384kHz. Frequency response spans an exceptionally wide 20Hz to 90,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Output impedance is 50 ohms single-ended. Signal-to-noise ratio is an exceptional 118dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise at or under 0.0011% at 22kHz. At 158 x 100 x 35mm and just 0.315kg, the ZEN Air DAC 2 maintains a manageable, accessible DAC chassis.
Sound and use context
Expect exceptionally clean, detailed conversion reflecting the exceptional 118dB signal-to-noise figure combined with the exceptionally wide 20Hz-90kHz bandwidth, representing outstanding value at this accessible price tier.
Pairing
iFi's own amplifier catalogue offers natural, brand-coherent pairings within the same broader accessible catalogue.
Alternatives
Other manufacturers' comparable accessible DACs offer alternatives for buyers wanting to compare format support and measured performance.
Specifications
Model name
ZEN Air DAC 2
Conversion type
N/A
Engine
N/A
DSD compatability
Yes
Parameters
up to PCM 384kHz and DSD256
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
20
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
90 000
Gain (dBu)
N/A
Output Level (balanced) (V)
N/A
Output Level (single-ended) (V)
N/A
Input Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Input Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
Output Impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Output Impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
50
Analog outputs
N/A
Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)
118
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (% at 22 kHz)
≤0.0011
Dimensions (mm)
158 x 100 x 35
Weight (kg)
0.315
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