iFi Audio - ZEN DAC (Refurbished)

Desktop Digital To Analog Converter (DAC)

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7 Day Replacement Guarantee

In case you receive the iFi Audio - ZEN DAC (Refurbished) with a manufacturing defect, please raise a return request within 7 days of delivery.

However, if you receive an incorrect / damaged / different product or one with missing accessories, please raise a return request within 24 hours of delivery. In case you receive a product with a missing, incorrect, or faulty accessory, you will be given a replacement accessory instead of the entire product.

Please make sure that the product is in the original packaging with all the accessories it came with. We'll also need an unboxing video and images of the parcel to investigate about the discrepancy. You may be asked to share images of the product and the packaging received for us to determine the damage or defect prior to approving the return request. The free replacement will be shipped only once the original order is returned.

A replacement will be issued only if:

- It is found to be defective
- It is determined that the product was not damaged while in your possession
- The product is not different from what was shipped to you
- The product is returned in original condition (with brand’s/manufacturer's box, MRP tag intact, user manual, warranty card and all the accessories therein)

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Warranty & Services

Don't sweat it, this iFi Audio - ZEN DAC (Refurbished) comes with a 6 Months warranty from iFi Audio that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

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Why iFi Audio is Special

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Designed in UK

Established & Reputed

Trust us, our reputation in the audio world speaks for itself!


This headphone or gear comes from a well-respected brand known for its high-quality audio equipment, so you can be confident in your purchase.


If you see a product marked as “🎖️ Established & Reputed”, it means you're getting a top-tier device from a brand that's earned its stripes in the audio industry.

Specialist

A masterpiece from the experts who know audio inside and out!


This headphone or gear is crafted by specialists who know their stuff, ensuring every detail is perfect.


If you see a product marked as “🌟 Specialist”, it means you're choosing a device designed by experts who specialize in creating this specific category of device.

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Born in 2012

Why we love this DAC/Amp

Value for Money

Great sound always doesn't have to come with a fancy price tag.


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For Enthusiasts on a Budget

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If you see a product marked as “🪴 For Enthusiasts on a Budget”, get ready to indulge in your music with high-quality, affordable products that keep your wallet happy and your enthusiasm alive!

For Audiophiles at Home

Cause music hit differently when you are in your own space.


This headphone or gear is perfect for those who demand exceptional sound quality in their personal sanctuary.


If you see products marked as “🏠 For Audiophiles at Home”, get ready to transform your living space into an audiophile's paradise, with rich, immersive sound that makes every listening session a masterpiece.

Connect With Cable

This device comes with multiple connectivity options. Be sure to check if your source and output support these input and output options.

Built like a Tank

No need to worry about durability.


If you're seeking a headphone or gear with a strong, rugged build, this snapshot indicates that this is the one for you.


If you see a product marked with “🪖 Built like a Tank", it means this product is crafted with metal in its design, ensuring exceptional robustness and durability.

Why it Sounds Amazing

DAC Chip

Know the secret to your pristine audio.


This headphone or gear reveals the secret sauce behind superior audio quality, highlighting the presence of a high-performance DAC chip for pristine sound reproduction.


If you see products marked as “⚙️ DAC Chip”, expect to experience your music with unparalleled clarity, detail, and fidelity, ensuring that every note and nuance is faithfully reproduced for your listening pleasure.

Power Output

When you need that juice to get the best out of your products.


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If you see products marked as “🚀 Power Output”, you're in for a treat with robust performance for driving high-fidelity products without breaking a sweat.

Balanced Output

Upgrading from single-ended to balanced can be the easiest way to improve your sound.


This DAC, Amp or Hi-Res player offers a balanced output, ensuring pristine audio quality with minimised interference and enhanced clarity for your listening pleasure.


If you see a product marked as "⚖️ Balanced Output”, get ready for a symphony of crystal-clear tunes, free from any unwanted noise drama!

Sampling Rate And Bit Depth

Ever wonder how those ones and zeros on your computer magically transform into the rich melodies that fill your room?


The secret lies in a tiny device called a Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC). Think of it as a translator, taking the digital code of your music and meticulously sculpting it back into a smooth, analog wave that your speakers can understand. But just like a sculptor needs the right tools, achieving audio nirvana with a DAC depends on two key factors: sampling rate and bit depth.


Sampling Rate:

Imagine your favourite song as a complex rollercoaster track. The sampling rate refers to how often the DAC takes measurements of this digital track, measured in kHz (kilohertz) or thousands of times per second. A higher sampling rate, like 96 kHz, is like taking a ton of pictures of the track, capturing every twist and turn with incredible detail. Lower rates, like the standard 44.1 kHz used in CDs, are like taking snapshots at a theme park – fun, but you might miss some of the subtler details that make the ride truly exhilarating.


Bit Depth:

Now, think about the sculptor's tools. Bit depth refers to the precision of each measurement the DAC takes. Imagine the number of colours available to the sculptor. With higher bit depth (e.g., 24 bits compared to 16 bits), each measurement can capture a wider range of values. This allows the DAC to recreate subtler variations in the sound wave, resulting in richer and more nuanced audio. It's like having a broader colour palette for building a more detailed and lifelike sculpture of the sound.


Headphone Zone Certified Refurbished Units

Refurbished products are reinstated and restored products that are fully functional with obvious signs of previous use. All refurbished products have to undergo a mandatory 5-step quality assurance process. Since most refurbished products are used, there is a limited warranty period of 3 months. If you receive a defective product, you will be eligible to return it under our 7 Day Replacement Guarantee policy.

5 Step Quality Assurance Process For Refurbished Products


Assembly & Inspection

Post product assembly two divisions are made - used and defective/damaged. Defective products are inspected for possible repairs.

Soundcheck & Feature Check

A Headphone Zone Inspector will check the sound and other functionality of the products. For wireless products, features like gesture controls, pairing and charging are also inspected.

Physical Cleaning

After the sound check, the ear tips are replaced, earpieces are thoroughly disinfected, and the cables are cleaned with rubbing alcohol.

Repackaging

The product is neatly packed. The available supplementary accessories are also packed within the box. Refurbished units may or may not have all the accessories.

Sign off for Stocking

Finally, the Inspector will personally sign off on the stocks. The product is finally added to sellable refurbished stock.

Why Buy Refurbished Headphones?


Save Up To 50%

Available at a considerable discount, refurbished products offer an impressive price to performance ratio.

Professionally Inspected

They are professionally inspected for any defectives. If the defect can be fixed, it is repaired by our in-house experts by replacing a part or reinstalling any drivers.

3-Month Warranty

Each refurbished product comes with a 3-month manufacturer warranty, so rest assured knowing that this refurbished product is covered under warranty.

Signs Of Previous Use

All refurbished units have some signs of wear as they're reinstated and restored from a used damaged or defective condition. You can view the gallery images to access the actual state of the products.

Unbiased Customer Service & Support

One will have same Headphone Zone customer support experience for refurbished products like on new products.

Unchanged Replacement Policy

Received a defective refurbished unit? Return it under our 7 Day Replacement Guarantee policy. If you do not like your gear, we will not be able to accept the return.

Accessories to Get you Started

1. RCA Cable
2. USB Type A - USB 3.0 B Cable
3. 6.3mm Male to 3.5mm Female Adapter

High Fidelity Sound At An Affordable Price - Introducing ZEN DAC

iFi Audio's new ZEN DAC is definitely your companion when it comes to great music at an affordable price. With this super-compact Amp/DAC you can chill anywhere, whether be it your home or the office. Just plug in your favourite headphones and experience the hi-res audio with this USB DAC.

iFi Certified Refurbished Unit With 6 Months Warranty

The iFi Audio ZEN DAC refurbished product is in 90% new condition and comes with accessories in white box packaging. This iFi Certified Refurbished unit includes a 6-month warranty, and each device undergoes comprehensive testing to ensure full functionality.

Supports True-To-Life, Hi-Res Audio

The ZEN DAC supports up to 32-bit/384kHZ PCM and DXD files. It even supports DSD256 and MQA for true-to-life audio. The True Native Burr-Brown chip and advanced circuitry offer Hi-Res playback.

High-Quality Components To Unlock Great Sound

The ZEN DAC uses TDK C0G (Class 1 ceramic) capacitors that are highly stable and offer low losses for resonant circuit applications. It includes the GTO filter that has been used in the flagship Pro iDSD. Want to connect it with a Mac or Linux device? Simply download the ‘Limoncello’ 5.2A to unlock DoP256.

iFi Certified Refurbished Unit With 6 Months Warranty

The iFi Audio ZEN DAC refurbished product is in 90% new condition and comes with accessories in white box packaging. This iFi Certified Refurbished unit includes a 6-month warranty, and each device undergoes comprehensive testing to ensure full functionality.

Supports True-To-Life, Hi-Res Audio

The ZEN DAC supports up to 32-bit/384kHZ PCM and DXD files. It even supports DSD256 and MQA for true-to-life audio. The True Native Burr-Brown chip and advanced circuitry offer Hi-Res playback.

High-Quality Components To Unlock Great Sound

The ZEN DAC uses TDK C0G (Class 1 ceramic) capacitors that are highly stable and offer low losses for resonant circuit applications. It includes the GTO filter that has been used in the flagship Pro iDSD. Want to connect it with a Mac or Linux device? Simply download the ‘Limoncello’ 5.2A to unlock DoP256.

Convenient Balanced Connections

The iFi Audio ZEN DAC has a Pentaconn 4.4mm balanced output at both the front and back. It also has a 6.3mm headphone socket that lets you choose both the headphones options very effortlessly.

It’s Variable But Not From The Maths!

You can switch your ZEN DAC from Variable to Fixed in just a moment. Set it to variable and use it as a pre-amp for an active speaker or power amp. You can adjust the volume over the fixed mode and can use it as an external pre-amp or integrated amp.

Power It. Drive It.

This headphone amp has Powermatch—A switch which adjusts the gain to match that of the headphone. Leave it at a lower setting for hiss-free audio with highly sensitive IEMs. Boost it for low impedance on/over-ears that need that extra oomph.

Experience Bass Like An Ace

The ZEN DAC gives you a TrueBass experience. It has a switchable ‘bass boost’ which operates in the analogue domain. It enhances the bass without muddying the mid-range. Perfect for use with IEMs or open-back headphones which often lose out on bass. It does not have DSP.

Convenient Balanced Connections

The iFi Audio ZEN DAC has a Pentaconn 4.4mm balanced output at both the front and back. It also has a 6.3mm headphone socket that lets you choose both the headphones options very effortlessly.

It’s Variable But Not From The Maths!

You can switch your ZEN DAC from Variable to Fixed in just a moment. Set it to variable and use it as a pre-amp for an active speaker or power amp. You can adjust the volume over the fixed mode and can use it as an external pre-amp or integrated amp.

Power It. Drive It.

This headphone amp has Powermatch—A switch which adjusts the gain to match that of the headphone. Leave it at a lower setting for hiss-free audio with highly sensitive IEMs. Boost it for low impedance on/over-ears that need that extra oomph.

Experience Bass Like An Ace

The ZEN DAC gives you a TrueBass experience. It has a switchable ‘bass boost’ which operates in the analogue domain. It enhances the bass without muddying the mid-range. Perfect for use with IEMs or open-back headphones which often lose out on bass. It does not have DSP.

Volume Knob

iFi Audio ZEN DAC equips a volume knob that allows you to adjust volume conveniently.

Dual Headphone Outputs

iFi Audio ZEN DAC features 4.4mm balanced and a 6.3mm headphone output to connect with various devices.

All You Need To Know About The iFi Audio ZEN DAC (Refurbished)

Audio Input
USB3.0 B Socket (USB2.0 Compatible)
Audio Formats
DSD256/128/64, Octa/Quad/Double/Single-Speed DSD DXD(384/352.8kHz), PCM(384/352.8/192/176.4/96/88.2/48/44.1kHz) MQA
DAC
Bit-Perfect DSD & DXD DAC by Burr Brown
Line Section
OUTPUT:
Audio RCA (SE) — 2.1V Fixed 1V / 3.3V Max. (Variable)
4.4mm Pentaconn (BAL) — 4.2V Fixed 2V / 6.2V Max. (Variable)
ZOUT: <= 200 Ohm (BAL) <= 100 Ohm (SE)
SNR: <-116dB(A) @ 0dBFS (BAL/SE)
DNR: >116dB(A) @ -60dBFS (BAL/SE)
THD+N: < 0.0015% @ 0dBFS (BAL/SE)
Headphone Section
OUTPUT POWER (@1% THD):
4.4mm Pentaconn (BAL) 330mW@32 Ohm; 6.6V@600 Ohm; 16 Ohm - 600 Ohm Headphone
6.3mm S-BAL (SE) 230mW@32 Ohm; 3.3V@600 Ohm 16 Ohm - 600 Ohm Headphone
Note: Using 5v power. If powered from USB, power output may vary.
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: < 1 Ω (BAL/SE)
THD & N: <0.005% (125mW @ 32R)
SNR: >113dBA (6.2V BAL/3.3V SE)
Power Consumption
< 1.5W Via USB Power OR 5v DC (Power Supply Not Included)


Other Details


Generic Name Digital Audio Converter
Country Of Origin China
Importer Details Importers Name: Ferrari Video
Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020
Contact No: 044-24420733
Net Quantity 1

Manuals & Guides



User Manual | ZEN DAC

Desktop Digital To Analog Converter (DAC)



6 Months Warranty

Don't sweat it, this iFi Audio - ZEN DAC (Refurbished) comes with a 6 Months warranty from iFi Audio that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

Read more about iFi Audio's warranty in India.

Award-Winning Audio Technology From The UK

Established in 2012, iFi Audio is committed to revolutionizing music enjoyment through cutting-edge audio technology. Based in Southport, UK, they design and manufacture a diverse range of high-quality portable audio devices, including DACs, amplifiers, and digital enhancers. Globally sourcing parts ensures top-notch quality and studio-grade sound reproduction, eliminating noise and distortion. With acclaimed products like the Zen DAC and Hip DAC, iFi Audio has earned numerous awards for its superior performance and innovative features such as Burr-Brown DAC Chips and Custom Op-Amps. Their dedication to audio excellence continues to redefine the music listening experience for audiophiles worldwide.

Fun fact: iFi products and their packaging are made from recyclable materials, including Aluminium, Paper and Recycled plastics. There are no hazardous toxins in their components, and ensure every product released meets environmental standards. iFi Audio prides itself on being an eco-friendly company.

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Both can be switched between ‘variable’ and ‘fixed’ modes so the Zen DAC can be used as a preamp for volume control if needed.
The iFi Zen Dac is one of the best entry-level DACs you can buy. It sounds great, has a ton of features, and can grow with your system as your tastes evolve.
If you’re a fan of iFi’s house sound, or just want a simple, fatigue-free listen at your workplace or coffee-shop, the ZenDAC is a good option to investigate.
At the heart of the matter, that’s what the Zen DAC is – just really good audio, in a simple, economic package. You can’t get much sweeter than that.

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