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iFi Zen DAC V2 | Desktop Digital Analog Converter with USB 3.0 B Input only/Outputs: 6.3mm Unbalanced / 4.4mm Balanced/RCA - MQA DECODER - Audio System Upgrade (Unit only)
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Brand | iFi |
Mounting Type | Plug Mount,Tabletop |
Interface Type | USB |
Product Dimensions | 4.61"L x 3.94"W |
About this item
- ✅ UPGRADE YOUR SYSTEM - With this state-of-the-art compact Digital Analogue Converter for home audio, office, or desktop use, you will hear a difference and clarity in your audio system whether you use speakers or headphones
- ✅ EASY CONNECTIVITY - Connect via USB3.0 (USB2.0 compatible) input from your USB source such as a computer or Digital Audio Player (DAP). Output to headphones, active speakers, or amplifier with 6.3mm Unbalanced / 4.4mm Balanced / RCA connections
- ✅ HIGH RESOLUTION AUDIO - Hear familiar songs in a whole new light with rich detail and warm natural tones created by the Burr Brown True Native digital to analogue converter which can process any hi-res audio format up to PCM 384kHz/24 bit, DSD256, DXD 384kHz, and decodes MQA all without additional conversion so you can listen exactly as the artist intended.
- ✅ TECH PACKED - With technology like: Variable analogue volume control, PowerMatch adjustment for iEMs/On & Over Ears, and TrueBass to add bass to iEMs and a new and improve low jitter clock with >20dB improved performance, you can listen to your music with smoother, cleaner, playback.
- ✅ NOTE ✅ - Due to the analogue volume control used there may be a slight channel imbalance under 9 o'clock on the volume dial. This is not a fault with the product. We advise to listen to your music between 11 & 1 o'clock for the best sound quality.
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Value for money | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.2 |
Sound quality | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.2 |
Volume control | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Quality of material | 4.7 | 4.0 | 4.3 | 4.7 | — | 4.2 |
Sold By | GRAMOPHONE | AudioExchange | Hifi Made Fun | Aventura Mall | HIFI College | WORLD WIDE STEREO |
interface type | USB | USB | Coaxial, USB | Coaxial, USB | Coaxial, USB | USB |
number of channels | — | — | 2 | 2 | 8 | — |
mounting type | Plug Mount,Tabletop | Usb,Desktop | Tabletop Mount | Coaxial,Freestanding,Plug Mount,Tabletop | — | — |
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Product Dimensions | 6.3 x 4.6 x 1.4 inches |
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Item Weight | 1 pounds |
ASIN | B091B2JCXQ |
Item model number | V2 |
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4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #30,696 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #41 in Digital-Analog Converters |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | March 29, 2021 |
Manufacturer | Abbingdon Music Research |
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Customers like the value, quality and ease of use of the electronic signal converter. They mention that it provides value driven ROI for your sound needs, it's easy to set up and sounds great. Some complain about the channel imbalance and applications randomly not working. Opinions are mixed on sound quality.
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Customers like the quality of the electronic signal converter. They mention it's a high-quality unit, solid, and easy to drive headphones. The hardware has a great quality feel to it, and the sound is smooth, warm, and sublime. The power supply is highly stable, and provides ultra-low noise DC power. Overall, most find the product to be a decent product and a good headphone amp.
"...slightly less detail in the vocals than the iFi Zen Air, but more space in the music, and more enjoyable to listen to...." Read more
"...Truebass is actually amazingly good and adds without taking anything away! Punchy pure clean sounds that are so good I cannot believe it...." Read more
"...The build is of the highest quality, very durable metal, and the volume knob is as smooth as it gets, just amazing...." Read more
"...The true bass is great with certain headphones and the quality of unit is great. Recommend." Read more
Customers find the value of the electronic signal converter remarkable, fantastic, and excellent. They also say the quality per buck ratio is amazing and provides value driven ROI for your sound needs. Customers also mention that it's an inexpensive way to improve laptop audio quality.
"This is a fantastic DAC for the price with so many features that I love...." Read more
"...Worth every penny. Stop thinking, just buy it." Read more
"...you are simply looking at features, then this is probably the best value for the money...." Read more
"...Seldom do you find such build quality & performance at such an affordable price... Strongly Recommended to anyone who really enjoys their music...!!!" Read more
Customers find the electronic signal converter easy to use and hassle-free to set up. They also say the knob is smooth and satisfying to use. Some say it's a great addition to their setup and plugs and plays with their Mac.
"...than the iFi Zen Air, but more space in the music, and more enjoyable to listen to. Slightly better clarity than the Topping...." Read more
"...The volume knob is very smooth and satisfying to use. The unit is heavy and weighty, but to me the buttons feel cheap...." Read more
"...Excellent construction. Easy set up" Read more
"...The bass boost is very well done--not necessary, but very fun to use...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the electronic signal converter. Some mention that it has great sound, the bass boost is very well done, and the treble is smoother. However, others say that it muddles the sound a bit, is louder in the right channel when volume is low, and that games routinely launch with no audio.
"...This is indeed better than the K5 version. Vocals are more lifelike. And a particular emphasis on the mid-treble heard in the K5 is absent...." Read more
"...Punchy pure clean sounds that are so good I cannot believe it. Build quality is really sturdy with a really interesting shape...." Read more
"...The "true bass" feature is very impressive: it does muddle the sound a bit but this is by far the best implementation of a bass boost that have ever..." Read more
"The best small portable headphone amp I have used so far. The true bass is great with certain headphones and the quality of unit is great. Recommend." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the channel imbalance of the signal converter. They mention that the right channel stopped working unexpectedly, the device may not work properly, and applications randomly don't work. Some customers also report that the device never worked on their Mac mini M2 pro.
"...higher amperage from 2.5 can not damage anything, but the device may not work properly if it's lower...." Read more
"...I could live with the pop. I can't live with applications randomly not working. Spotify will routinely say it can't play on my device right now...." Read more
"...well until I upgraded to Windows 11 and then now it is no longer detected by my computer...." Read more
"...The switched USB cable is overkill and a potential source of signal quality degradation. Be patient. Cables and devices need hours (10? 50?)..." Read more
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Listening was done with a few different headphones but mostly with beyerdynamic DT 700 PRO X Closed-Back Studio Headphones. Music source was a laptop connected to the DAC/Headphone Amp via USB. If an external power supply was included, I used that. If not, power came via USB.
I've kept notes on my impressions brief and included comparisons amongst the DAC/Amp's in this list. They are listed below in my order of preference with my favorites at the top. If you want flowery vocabulary I'm sure in depth reviews are available out there on the web.
Headphones make the greatest difference in sound - spend more on them, if necessary. The DAC/Amp is secondary but does add its own flavor to the music.
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iFi Zen DAC V2 | Desktop Digital Analog Converter
(Listening only with "TRUEBASS" off.)
Very good.
Slightly better than the FiiO K7. Better vocal clarity and slightly fuller bass.
I ended up comparing this with the FX-Audio DAC-X6 head to head, which continued to surprise me as I put it up against significantly more expensive competitors. Across several hours and many pieces of music, I prefer the iFi... but the difference is infinitesimal. Possibly the iFi has a little more punch to the bass? Maybe a bit more space ans separation? If you're working to a budget, get the FX-Audio and put the extra cash towards better headphones.
FX-Audio DAC-X6 Mini HiFi 2.0 Digital Audio Decoder DAC
This thing is good. Surprisingly good. I ended up putting it head-to-head with amps costing three times its price.
Slightly warmer sound, with slightly less detail in the vocals than the iFi Zen Air, but more space in the music, and more enjoyable to listen to. Slightly better clarity than the Topping.
FiiO K7 Full Balanced HiFi DAC Headphone Amplifier
This is indeed better than the K5 version. Vocals are more lifelike. And a particular emphasis on the mid-treble heard in the K5 is absent. There is more separation between the instruments.
Very close call with the iFi V2, with my preference going to the iFi for better vocal clarity and slightly fuller bass.
iFi Zen Air DAC
Not quite as good as the V2, but close. Closer than the FiiO K5 is to the K7. There is, again, a comparative emphasis in mid-treble and the vocals get a bit lost. The sound is slightly thin compared to rivals at this price point.
FiiO K5 Pro Headphone Amps Portable Desktop DAC and Amplifier
Not quite as good as the K7, but at half the price one cannot really complain. Vocals are not quite as lifelike and there is more mid-treble - but not in a good way.
Topping DX1 Mini Stereo DAC Headphone Amplifier Combo
Very good little unit. Bass is slightly overemphasized.
Fosi Audio K5 Pro Gaming DAC Headphone Amplifier
I thought this unit was DOA. Turns out that you must long press the volume knob to turn it on. (Short press to select input.)
Not terrible, but not as musical as the others in this test. Also, the only one with bass and treble knobs. And only a mini-jack - no 1/4" jack.
Pro-Ject Head Box S2 Digital
This DAC/Amp had an issue that makes it unlistenable. The sound is very nice... but... there's some faint static. Only in the music, not in silence. A faint crackling.... Can't have that.
If you are using IEM's on this DACI would recommend an impedance adapter. For IEMs this DAC is too noisy. The only IEM that I can use without any issues are Planar IEMs since they benefit from the extra power. I would stick to headphones.
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Pros:
- Very clean sound
- Very good bass boost option that doesn't muddy the details
- All metal premium feel
- Buttery smooth volume control
- Fixed RCA out. I also use this as just a dac for an old stereo
- RCA and Headphone out simultaneously
- Nice design, not just a plain box like most audio equipment
- Option for external power which makes it work with things like phones or a raspberry pi
Cons:
- No on/off switch so mine is just always on
- The included USB cable is way too short
- At this price I think it should have more inputs besides USB (Coaxial/Toslink)
My only other note would be on the bass boost itself. It would be great if there was a level in between off and on as it's usually too strong for my headphones but that's not really a complaint of this product as it would be a perfect feature for other headphones.
Tengo unos Audio-Technica y ahora si que le estoy sacando todo lo que dan de si.
Al principio era un poco reacio a pagar esos casi 200€ pero según los conectas, aparte del plus de poderlos escuchar balanceados ya que mis auriculares traen el cable preparado para ello, te olvidas del dinero invertido y vuelves a descubrir la música de otra manera.
100% recomendado!
I know there are much better ones out there but at least double or triple the price!