iFi ZEN DAC 3 MQA Desktop Headphone Amplifier & USB DAC

S$369.00
Why You Should Get It
  • USB DAC, headphone amp, and preamp
  • Designed for casual and critical listening
  • PCM 768kHz, DSD512 and MQA decoding
  • USB-C connectivity
  • XBass+ analog processing
  • PowerMatch headphone amplifier has switchable gain to perfectly match your headphones
  • Improved DC offset for overvoltage protection
  • USB port overvoltage protection
  • MQA rendering technology connects to an MQA Core signal (such as TIDAL) and completes the final unfold of an MQA file
  • New and improved low jitter, crystal clock
  • Balanced design for the analog stage
  • Pentaconn 4.4mm balanced outputs on both the front and back. On the front, there’s also the popular 1/4" headphone jack.
  • Switch between ‘variable’ and ‘fixed' output
Warranty
1 year warranty (local)
In The Box

iFi Zen DAC v3 front right quarter closeup

PLUG-IN. WORLD OUT.

In a world full of noise, welcome to ZEN. Today the world is busy, fast and full of noise. IFi knows the power of music and how it’s capable of taking you out of this world and someplace new, tranquil, and where melodies can uplift and vocals can move you to tears.

IfI's new DAC, with its sleek design and unparalleled performance, immerses you in a world of pure harmony. Rediscover your music and be transported to purity with the ZEN DAC 3.

iFi Zen DAC 3 features with thumbnails

BEAUTIFULLY BALANCED

ZEN DAC 3 features two 4.4mm balanced outputs, one for headphones and one for other amplifiers, effectively minimizing distortion and crosstalk.

iFi Zen DAC 3 two thumbnails with closeup of 4.4mm balanced headphone and line out ports

POWER UP, PROTECT ON!

DC offset output voltage has been improved in the ZEN DAC 3. This means less audible clicks while switching functions. ZEN DAC 3 also benefits from input over-voltage protection via the all-new USB-C port.

iFi Zen DAC 3 PCB front right quarter

DAC-TIVATE YOUR SPEAKERS

The iFi Zen DAC 3 features a Variable or Fixed output switch which enables/bypasses the volume knob for flexible application:

  • Use Variable mode when plugging ZEN DAC 3 directly to active speakers or with headphones
  • Use Fixed mode when running line outputs to a receiver or main amplifier

iFi Zen DAC 3 front left quarter highlighting variable switch

iFi Zen DAC 3 connectivity diagram

iFi Zen DAC 3 unit and all included accessories

Product Availability Available (current model)
Product Type DAC (Digital-Analog Converter), Amplifier (Headphone)
Style/Type Desktop
Features Line-out, High-Res Audio Certified, MQA (Master Quality Authenticated)
Connectivity Fully Wired
DAC Burr Brown Bit-Perfect DSD & DXD DAC
Bluetooth Version - N.A -
Bluetooth Codecs - N.A. -
Sampling / Bitrate PCM 768kHz; DSD512; DXD768
Frequency Response (Hz) 5Hz – 90kHz (±3dB)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) ≥ 109dBA @ 0dBFS (6.2V 4.4mm / 3.3V 6.35mm) [Headphone Out]; ≥ 113dBA @ 0dBFS [Line Out]
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) Balanced 4.4mm < 0.005% (2V @ 600 Ω); Single-Ended 6.35mm < 0.013% (1.27V @ 32Ω) [Headphone Out]; Balanced 4.4mm < 0.0015% @ 0dBFS; Single-Ended RCA < 0.003% @ 0dBFS [Line Out]
Voice Assistants - None -
Streaming Services N.A
Input Connectivity Options USB Type-C (USB-C) [Data/Audio Signal]
Output Connectivity Options RCA (Line-Out), 6.35mm Stereo, 4.4mm (5-Pole) [Balanced]
Colour Black
Product Dimensions 158 x 115 x 35mm
Product Weight (g) 456g
Warranty 1 year warranty (local)
Package Contents

Additional Tech Specs
  • Game Console CompatibilitySony PS5, Nintendo Switch

“Sony” is registered trademark or trademark of Sony Group Corporation.
“PS5” is registered trademark or trademark of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.
Nintendo Switch™ is trademark of Nintendo.

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iFi Zen DAC v3 front right quarter closeup

PLUG-IN. WORLD OUT.

In a world full of noise, welcome to ZEN. Today the world is busy, fast and full of noise. IFi knows the power of music and how it’s capable of taking you out of this world and someplace new, tranquil, and where melodies can uplift and vocals can move you to tears.

IfI's new DAC, with its sleek design and unparalleled performance, immerses you in a world of pure harmony. Rediscover your music and be transported to purity with the ZEN DAC 3.

iFi Zen DAC 3 features with thumbnails

BEAUTIFULLY BALANCED

ZEN DAC 3 features two 4.4mm balanced outputs, one for headphones and one for other amplifiers, effectively minimizing distortion and crosstalk.

iFi Zen DAC 3 two thumbnails with closeup of 4.4mm balanced headphone and line out ports

POWER UP, PROTECT ON!

DC offset output voltage has been improved in the ZEN DAC 3. This means less audible clicks while switching functions. ZEN DAC 3 also benefits from input over-voltage protection via the all-new USB-C port.

iFi Zen DAC 3 PCB front right quarter

DAC-TIVATE YOUR SPEAKERS

The iFi Zen DAC 3 features a Variable or Fixed output switch which enables/bypasses the volume knob for flexible application:

  • Use Variable mode when plugging ZEN DAC 3 directly to active speakers or with headphones
  • Use Fixed mode when running line outputs to a receiver or main amplifier

iFi Zen DAC 3 front left quarter highlighting variable switch

iFi Zen DAC 3 connectivity diagram

iFi Zen DAC 3 unit and all included accessories

Product Availability Available (current model)
Product Type DAC (Digital-Analog Converter), Amplifier (Headphone)
Style/Type Desktop
Features Line-out, High-Res Audio Certified, MQA (Master Quality Authenticated)
Connectivity Fully Wired
DAC Burr Brown Bit-Perfect DSD & DXD DAC
Bluetooth Version - N.A -
Bluetooth Codecs - N.A. -
Sampling / Bitrate PCM 768kHz; DSD512; DXD768
Frequency Response (Hz) 5Hz – 90kHz (±3dB)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) ≥ 109dBA @ 0dBFS (6.2V 4.4mm / 3.3V 6.35mm) [Headphone Out]; ≥ 113dBA @ 0dBFS [Line Out]
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) Balanced 4.4mm < 0.005% (2V @ 600 Ω); Single-Ended 6.35mm < 0.013% (1.27V @ 32Ω) [Headphone Out]; Balanced 4.4mm < 0.0015% @ 0dBFS; Single-Ended RCA < 0.003% @ 0dBFS [Line Out]
Voice Assistants - None -
Streaming Services N.A
Input Connectivity Options USB Type-C (USB-C) [Data/Audio Signal]
Output Connectivity Options RCA (Line-Out), 6.35mm Stereo, 4.4mm (5-Pole) [Balanced]
Colour Black
Product Dimensions 158 x 115 x 35mm
Product Weight (g) 456g
Warranty 1 year warranty (local)
Package Contents

Additional Tech Specs
  • Game Console CompatibilitySony PS5, Nintendo Switch

“Sony” is registered trademark or trademark of Sony Group Corporation.
“PS5” is registered trademark or trademark of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.
Nintendo Switch™ is trademark of Nintendo.

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iFi ZEN DAC 3 MQA Desktop Headphone Amplifier & USB DAC
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