Testseek.co.uk have collected 18 expert reviews of the iFi Audio Zen DAC and the average rating is 84%. Scroll down and see all reviews for iFi Audio Zen DAC.
July 2020
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The editors liked
Excellent mid and tight and secure top end
Plays native DSD audio
Balanced output
MQA friendly
Smooth
Relaxed sound
Supports high-impedance headphones
Built like a tank
Balanced and detailed sound
Good build quality
Lots of features
Sounds unreasonably good for the asking price
Well made
Surprisingly flexible
The editors didn't like
Power output less than I would have liked (330mW@32 Ohm balanced output) but worked well with inefficient headphones using high gain “Power Match” button
No power supply included
Always stays on
Short included USB cable
Nothing at this price
Single input only
Needs an additional PSU for full headphone performance
Published: 2020-05-01, Author: What , review by: whathifi.com
Balanced and detailed sound, Good build quality, Lots of features,
Nothing at this price,
Compare the iFi with price rivals and it's clearly up there with the best when it comes to sound quality. But it also offers a degree of versatility that those rivals don't. If you're looking for a well-built, budget desktop DAC, this iFi should be top of...
Excellent mid and tight and secure top end, Plays native DSD audio, Balanced output, MQA friendly
Power output less than I would have liked (330mW@32 Ohm balanced output) but worked well with inefficient headphones using high gain “Power Match” button
I really enjoyed reviewing this cute little box just as I did the Zen Blue a while ago. For the price this is the perfect accompaniment to your laptop or tablet, and even working particularly well as a pre-amp for your HiFi if your sources are via USB. To...
Smooth, relaxed sound, Supports high-impedance headphones, Built like a tank
No power supply included, Always stays on, Short included USB cable
The iFi Zen DAC is an excellent DAC and amp for the price. The unit has support for most major hi-fi audio formats as well as balanced connections, which is rare for entry-level audio products. While the Zen DAC isn't the last word in sound stage, dynamic...
Abstract: “A new ZEN Signature series for DROP? What on earth are you talking about?” is probably what you will say if this news hasn't reached you yet. But yes, it's true, there's a special version of the ZEN DAC and CAN available right now! This article was suppo...
Abstract: The New iFi Audio Zen DAC And Zen Blue A killer one (and super affordable) – two punch! Review By Peter Pialis Of HiFiAudio.Gurui Fi Audio has been in the business of creating some of the best products available in personal audio. They will not...
Abstract: iFi has a solid track record when it comes to all-in-one portables and desktop units, so the Zen series isn't exactly out of their wheelhouse.The ZenDAC falls into a category I think of as ‘transportable,' not truly portable since there's no battery, but...
Solid audio, svelte package with minimalist styling that works with damn near anything. The Burr Brown DAC and solid amplification result in a potent combo your ears won't soon forget,
No 5 volt charger. While this in no way prevents me from using or even enjoying the DAC, I personally find it inexcusable and therefore equate it to an objective and moral failing on the part of the manufacturer, IFI, Final Analysis, I really enjoy liste
I really enjoy listening to the IFI Zen DAC and I will probably purchase one in the near future. But it would make a good gift, too, to my friends and family who love good audio but don't want anything too flashy or expensive. At the heart of the matter...
Le iFi Audio Zen DAC offre une qualité de son hautement recommandable à qui ne cherchera à se procurer un DAC de qualité n'ayant que pour entrée une connectique USB. Ce choix fera défaut à ceux qui souhaitent pouvoir utiliser plusieurs sources différentes...
Wer noch immer der Meinung ist, dass man keine bezahlbaren HiFi-Komponenten mehr findet, der muss sich bei iFi umschauen. Der Zen DAC bietet ein exzellentes HiRes-Erlebnis zu einem erfreulich geringen Preis. Einsteiger und Audiophile werden gleichermaßen...
