iFi Audio Zen Blue 3
Best high-fidelity solution for audiophiles seeking seamless wireless and wired connectivity.
This is the rare bridge that finally brings true CD-quality, lossless audio to your wireless setup. It manages to be a jack-of-all-trades—serving as a transmitter, receiver, and DAC—without sacrificing the nuanced, high-fidelity sound that audiophiles usually demand from wired gear.
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Who it's for
- Audiophiles demanding maximum wireless fidelity from high-resolution streaming sources
- Home audio enthusiasts integrating wireless streaming into diverse legacy systems
- Listeners seeking superior sound clarity beyond standard Bluetooth receiver performance
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for basic wireless connectivity solutions
- Users needing a transmitter for wireless headphones or network streaming
- Minimalists wanting a clutter-free setup without extra power cables
Performance breakdown
Wireless Fidelity
aptX Lossless support delivers true CD-quality audio over a wireless connection.
Codec Versatility
Comprehensive support for LDAC, LHDC, and aptX ensures compatibility with any source.
Connectivity Flexibility
Seamlessly toggles between transmitter, receiver, and standalone DAC modes for any setup.
Signal Integrity
Audiophile-grade circuitry and balanced outputs maintain a clean, noise-free signal path.
AV Synchronization
Low latency mode effectively eliminates distracting lag during video playback.
Build Quality
Compact, robust chassis feels premium and fits easily into any desktop system.
Key Specs
Bluetooth Chipset
Qualcomm QCC518x Series
DAC
ESS ES9023
Supported Audio Codecs
aptX Lossless, LDAC, LHDC/HWA, aptX Adaptive, aptX, AAC, SBC
Bluetooth Version
5.4
Input Ports
Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C, Optical (TOSLINK), Coaxial, RCA L/R (Analogue)
Output Ports
RCA stereo, 4.4mm Pentaconn balanced, Optical, Coaxial
DAC Mode Input Support
96kHz/24Bit (USB), 192kHz/24Bit (Optical/Coaxial)
SNR
109dB (A) @ 0dBFS
Dynamic Range
109dB (A)
THD & N @ 0dBFS
< 0.005% (10k Load @ 20-20kHz)
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