iFi ZEN One Studio Universal DAC
The iFi ZEN One Studio is an advanced D/A converter designed for musicians and audio professionals, delivering high-resolution playback from recordings. Its compact design is suitable for home and pro studio environments, offering versatile connectivity for DAWs, personal audio devices, and other digital sources. It features a Burr Brown True Native D/A chipset for bit-perfect conversion and a Global Master Timing clock to eliminate jitter. The device supports up to 32-bit/384kHz PCM, DSD256, and full MQA decoding. With balanced circuitry and outputs, it ensures ultra-low distortion and exceptional audio precision for an accurate representation of your audio.
$349.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
359
/ 488
#359 in Audio Converters
Price vs Category Average
-92%
Below average
Digital inputs
3.02.03.55.1
/ USB Type B (USB compatible), S/PDIF (mm coaxial), Bluetooth ™ (aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, LDAC, LHDC/HWA, AAC and SBC codec)
Who it's for
- Extensive Connectivity Options
- Exceptional Audio Fidelity
- Elegant and Space-Saving Design
Who should skip it
- Lacks Analog Inputs
- No Integrated Headphone Amplifier
- Requires External Power Adapter
Key Specs
Digital inputs
USB3.0 Type B (USB2.0 compatible), S/PDIF (3.5mm coaxial), Bluetooth 5.1™ (aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, LDAC, LHDC/HWA, AAC and SBC codec)
Formats
DSD 256/11.3MHz, PCM 384kHz, MQA Decoder, Bluetooth 96kHz
Chipset
Bit-Perfect DSD & DXD DAC by Burr Brown, Qualcomm QCC 5100 Series
Analogue outputs
Coaxial, Audio XLR L/R, 4.4mm Balanced line out
Frequency Response
5Hz-80kHz ±3dB
Outputs
4V/2V max. (BAL/UnBAL)
Output Impedance
≤720/360 (BAL/UnBAL)
SNR
-105dB(A) @ OdBFS (BAL/UnBAL)
Features
- Pure D/A converter with no headphone amp or volume control for dedicated audio performance.
- Versatile connectivity including USB, S/PDIF, and HD Bluetooth with support for multiple codecs.
- Bit-perfect DSD & DXD DAC by Burr Brown ensures accurate and reliable audio conversion.
- Global Master Timing clock with intelligent memory buffer eradicates source jitter.
- Powerful 16-core XMOS processor handles high-resolution audio formats.
- Balanced circuitry for ultra-low distortion and exceptional audio precision.
- Integrated Bluetooth playback facility for leisure use as well as music production.
- High-gain antenna for the very best reproduction from a Bluetooth source.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the iFi ZEN One Studio Universal DAC for its exceptional sound quality and remarkable versatility. Many highlight how effortlessly it integrates into diverse audio setups, delivering a significant upgrade to their listening experience. The robust build quality also receives frequent commendation, reinforcing its premium feel and reliable performance. This DAC is often celebrated for offering a high fidelity audio solution that is both accessible and impressive.
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