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Phonostages — iFi Audio ZEN Air Phono 2
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iFi Audio ZEN Air Phono 2
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The ZEN Air Phono 2 is a compact phono preamplifier from iFi Audio, a manufacturer known for delivering competitive measured performance at accessible prices. The ZEN Air Phono 2 brings iFi's value-focused engineering to a space-efficient phono stage.
Key specs that matter
One single-ended input is provided. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Total harmonic distortion plus noise is 0.005% for MM or 0.036% for MC. At a remarkably compact 158 x 117 x 35mm and just 0.323kg, the ZEN Air Phono 2 is among the smallest and lightest phono stages currently available.
Sound and use context
Expect clean, accurate RIAA equalisation reflecting the low 0.005% MM distortion figure, packed into a remarkably compact and lightweight chassis consistent with iFi Audio's broader value-focused engineering philosophy.
Pairing
As a standalone phono preamplifier, the ZEN Air Phono 2 connects between a turntable and any line-level input on an amplifier or receiver, adding phono capability from a space-efficient chassis.
Alternatives
iFi Audio's broader electronics catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different balance of features within the same value-focused engineering philosophy.
Key specs that matter
One single-ended input is provided. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Total harmonic distortion plus noise is 0.005% for MM or 0.036% for MC. At a remarkably compact 158 x 117 x 35mm and just 0.323kg, the ZEN Air Phono 2 is among the smallest and lightest phono stages currently available.
Sound and use context
Expect clean, accurate RIAA equalisation reflecting the low 0.005% MM distortion figure, packed into a remarkably compact and lightweight chassis consistent with iFi Audio's broader value-focused engineering philosophy.
Pairing
As a standalone phono preamplifier, the ZEN Air Phono 2 connects between a turntable and any line-level input on an amplifier or receiver, adding phono capability from a space-efficient chassis.
Alternatives
iFi Audio's broader electronics catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different balance of features within the same value-focused engineering philosophy.
Specifications
Model name
ZEN Air Phono 2
Inputs (balanced)
N/A
Inputs (single-ended)
1
MC current-sensing input impedance (Ω)
N/A
MM/MC voltage input impedance (Ω)
N/A
Output impedance (Ω)
N/A
Gain (dB)
N/A
Playback EQ curves accuracy (dB)
N/A
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
20
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
20 000
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (%)
MM 0.005, MC 0.036
Dimensions (mm)
158 x 117 x 35
Weight (kg)
0.323
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