iFi Audio - ZEN Stream

Desktop WiFi Streamer

Sale price₹ 29,999 Regular priceMRP: ₹ 39,999
Discontinued
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Customer Reviews

Based on 23 reviews
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Gurujee Swetachandan (Bhubaneswar)
A Solid Yet Affordable Streamer

Was lost in the Wiim marketing and duped by the hyped reviews. This IFI Zen Stream saved me from going out to much more expensive products. This is such an eye opener.

Everyone knows how great it sounds. I want to stress on the fact that I don't face any infamous connectivity issues. The first time setup is confusing but after that it is behaving normally to the date.

From the sound quality perspective, it has nice soundstage, separation and details which are effortlessly rendered by the zen stream. It is more mature, open, have depth and clarity. I feel it is very neautral without any colouration to the sound it passes on to the dac.

I must mention the remarkable built quality of the Zen stream. Zen stream feels heavy for its size, and the moment you first hold it, you will feel positive about the purchase.

Nothing makes us happier than knowing you loved your purchase, we hope you had a comfortable shopping experience and thank you for the great review and ratings!

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suman parui (Kolkata)
Ifi zen streamer is the best streamer

Ifi zen streamer is the best audio streamer with a very soft yet balanced tonality with good soundstage depth. Nice frequency extension with no extra emphasis to sound. I'm very happy with HEADPHONE ZONE TEAM for sending me such a nice product. The parcel came on time without any damage.

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Vivek Yadav
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Swiss Knife Of Streaming

I was impressed the moment I held the streamer in my hand, a solid build quality.
Apart from build it has it purify tech in both coax n usb audio out. Sound quality can easily be compared to Rs 1 lac streamers. I wish Ifi makes their own app, which will make this a killer at this price point.

Hey Vivek, thank you so much for the amazing review! We're glad that you have such positive thoughts about the product and we'll share your thoughts with the brand as well.

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Rishi Tiwari (Chennai)
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Simplicity and capability in well built package!

This is my first streamer and it has held up well against the rave reviews it has had. The set up was quick and it captured my wifi very quickly. You need to be aware of the sound mode settings as early on, you might not get the volume level. However, once the sound was sorted, it has worked like a charm. No system setting revisits, no relinking to wifi etc. It goes into the background of my music set up which is the idea. Great built quality to accompany the ease of usage.

Hey Rishi, thank you so much for the awesome review!

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Rajesh kumar Rajesh (Balarampuram)
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iFi Audio - ZEN Stream

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Sureshkumar Dharmalingam (Coimbatore)
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Excellent product.

This is my first network streamer. The installation setup is very easy. I’m connect to my Denon da300 usb Dac sounds fantastic compared to laptop usb output and CD player digital output. The streamer usb input and my router usb connect to my enternal HDD as NAS works perfectly.The sound is widely open and separation is awesome. I’m so happy to purchase this streamer.

Hey there, nothing makes us happier than knowing you loved your purchase, hope you had a comfortable shopping experience and thank you for the great review and ratings!

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Gokul Murali (Coimbatore)
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Nitin Parmar (Mumbai)
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Super Streamer

This is my first dedicated streamer. I have it connected to the Chord Hugo 2 and it really makes it sing! A huge jump in sound quality from the usb out of my laptop- even better than the sp1000 connected by optical to the hugo 2. If you don't need a mobile unit- i don't think this streamer can be beat at this cost.


Designed in the
UK

1 Year of
Warranty

Ideal for
Indoor Use

Connect With
Wi-Fi, Ethernet & USB HDD

Metal
Build

UPGRADE TO THE STATE-OF-THE-ART HI-RES WI-FI STREAMING EXPERIENCE

If you are new to music streaming and willing to get into the world of audio streaming then the iFi Audio Zen Stream is a perfect match for you. Featuring a powerful 64-bit quad-core ARM Cortex microprocessor, the ZEN Stream is Hi-Res compatible and provides up to 32-bit/384kHz PCM and 11.2MHz DSD256 over Wi-Fi and Ethernet connection. It is a flexible open-source Wi-Fi audio transport that acts as a bridge between your audio system and the Wi-Fi network to deliver high-quality wireless sound. It also houses High-PSRR, low idle current, low-dropout voltage regulators with soft start, that empowers the ZEN Streamer to enhance efficiency and reduce the system noise. Pair the Zen Stream with the Zen DAC and ZEN CAN or any other DAC for a high-performance Wi-Fi streaming audio system.

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A VERSATILE, POWER-EFFICIENT AND FUTURE-READY HI-RES AUDIO STREAMER

Being a Volumio open-source streamer, the ZEN Stream is coded and optimised for purest streaming. It is compatible with almost any streaming platform or application and is carefully designed to be future proof, ensuring that additional features and functions can be added to the Streamer over time with OTA (Over-The-Air) updates. Access optimised power supply with a Synchronous 1.5MHz high-speed precision power supply controller. Engineered thoroughly with custom-designed hardware & software, the ZEN Stream is your one-stop solution for high-quality audio streaming.
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DEDICATED NETWORK STATUS & AUDIO FORMAT LED INDICATOR

You can keep a constant check on the status of your Wi-Fi network with the dedicated Network status LED that changes the colour based on the strength of your network. Similarly, there is an audio format LED indicator that changes colour based on the format of the audio that you are currently playing.

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TRANSFORM ANY DAC INTO A ROON-COMPATIBLE DAC USING THE ZEN STREAMER

Using a DAC that isn't Roon compatible? The ZEN Streamer has got your back. Using the ZEN Streamer is the convenient way to transform any DAC into a Rooncompatible DAC. To make it more seamless, the ZEN Streamer supports Roon Bridge software making the entire setup suitable for the Roon environment. Full Roon certification is a work in progress. While you can easily stream music from Apple and Android devices, the ZEN Streamer is compatible with NAA and DLNA as well.

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FEMTO-PRECISION GMT CLOCK, ANC AND PURIFIER TECH FOR NOISE AND JITTER-FREE AUDIO

The use of the Femto-precision GMT (Global Master Timing) clock plays a crucial role in managing dual SuperSpeed asynchronous USB3.0, coaxial S/PDIF interfaces and eliminating jitter. The USB3.0 is equipped with Active Noise Cancellation, while the SPDIF comes with iPurifier built-in, allowing the ZEN Streamer to remove any sort of distortion from the audio signal. Additionally, the power supply supports Silent Power tech, leaving no stone unturned for pure and high-quality audio. There is the ‘hotspot’ button on the front of the ZEN Stream to join a Wi-Fi network. Get Dual-band Wi-Fi reception (2.4GHz and 5GHz) with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac support via future firmware update. Moreover, the ZEN Stream is coupled with TDK C0G multilayer ceramic capacitors and Taiyo Yuden and Murata low ESR inductors.

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FUNCTIONS AS A FUSS-FREE NETWORK AUDIO ADAPTOR

In conjunction with HQPlayer software developed by Sygnalist, the iFi Audio ZEN Streamer can also function as an NAA (network audio adapter). This simply allows the Streamer to deliver audio data, which it gets from the Wi-Fi or the ethernet cable, directly to the DAC without the need for processing.

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ACHIEVE THE PUREST PERFORMANCE FOR ANY GIVEN OPERATION USING 'EXCLUSIVE MODES'

Get the best possible performance out of the ZEN Streamer using ‘exclusives modes’ that are designed for specific modes of operation. 1. All-in-one: For all platforms, audio formats and devices 2. Roon Bridge streaming: For connecting ZEN Stream into the Roon environment. 3. Tidal streaming: For subscribers of Tidal’s Masters Tier 4. NAA streaming: For the Network Audio Adapter mode in conjunction with HQPlayer software. 5. DLNA streaming: For optimised performance with DLNA-compatible apps and devices.

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HOSTS A WIDE RANGE OF INPUTS & OUTPUTS AND EXTENDS SUPPORT TO TIDAL & SPOTIFY

The ZEN Streamer comes with a host of inputs and outputs. This includes the antenna input for Wi-Fi and an intelligent Ethernet switch controller with a low-power integrated 5-Port Giga-PHY, to connect the router. It also has a power input, USB output to pair it with other DACs, USB input to connect with storage devices and a Coaxial SPDIF output for AIO, Roon, Tidal, NAA and DLNA. You can use the ZEN Stream music on Spotify, Spotify Connect Tidal, Tidal Connect, YoutubeMusic, QQMusic, Airplay and Chromecast.

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1 Year Warranty

Don't sweat it, this iFi Audio - ZEN Stream comes with a 1 Year 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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"I think the ZEN Stream fufills a sorely unmet need within the Hi-Fi market, and it’s Highly-Recommended for those looking for a value-priced alternative to megabuck streamers."

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