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iFi Audio ZEN Air Blue 2
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The ZEN Air Blue 2 is a compact Bluetooth DAC and headphone amplifier from iFi Audio, a British manufacturer known for accessible yet capable portable and desktop audio components. The ZEN Air Blue 2 brings considered wireless conversion technology to a compact desktop format.
Key specs that matter
Frequency response spans 10Hz to 40,000Hz. Output impedance is 51 ohms or below. Output voltage reaches 2.1V RMS. Signal-to-noise ratio is 109dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise under 0.005%. At 158 x 100 x 35mm and 305 grams, the ZEN Air Blue 2 maintains a compact, lightweight desktop footprint.
Sound and use context
Expect clean, dependable wireless-to-analogue conversion reflecting iFi Audio's broader reputation for delivering competitive performance at accessible pricing - the solid 109dB signal-to-noise figure suggests careful implementation for a Bluetooth-equipped device at this price point.
Pairing
As a Bluetooth-equipped DAC, the ZEN Air Blue 2 pairs wirelessly with any Bluetooth source while offering a wired analogue output to a downstream amplifier or headphones.
Alternatives
iFi Audio's broader ZEN series catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different balance of wireless connectivity and output power within the same accessible price philosophy.
Key specs that matter
Frequency response spans 10Hz to 40,000Hz. Output impedance is 51 ohms or below. Output voltage reaches 2.1V RMS. Signal-to-noise ratio is 109dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise under 0.005%. At 158 x 100 x 35mm and 305 grams, the ZEN Air Blue 2 maintains a compact, lightweight desktop footprint.
Sound and use context
Expect clean, dependable wireless-to-analogue conversion reflecting iFi Audio's broader reputation for delivering competitive performance at accessible pricing - the solid 109dB signal-to-noise figure suggests careful implementation for a Bluetooth-equipped device at this price point.
Pairing
As a Bluetooth-equipped DAC, the ZEN Air Blue 2 pairs wirelessly with any Bluetooth source while offering a wired analogue output to a downstream amplifier or headphones.
Alternatives
iFi Audio's broader ZEN series catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different balance of wireless connectivity and output power within the same accessible price philosophy.
Specifications
Model name
ZEN Air Blue 2
Highlights
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 10 - 40 000 Hz, OUTPUT IMPEDANCE ≤51, OUTPUT VOLTAGE 2.1Vrms, SNR 109dB, THD+N <0.005%
Dimensions (mm)
158 x 100 x 35
Weight (g)
305
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