iFi Zen Blue High-resolution Bluetooth DAC

The iFi ZEN Blue is a wireless DAC featuring Bluetooth 5.0, with input support for high-resolution codecs like LDAC, aptX HD, and HWA. It includes an ESS DAC chip, a Qualcomm Bluetooth chipset, and offers various outputs including balanced 4.4mm, RCA, optical, and coaxial. Its outputs are suitable for headphones, speakers, and other audio equipment, providing flexibility for various setups. 

Key Specifications 

Chipset:

Bluetooth: Qualcomm QCC5100 Series

DAC: ESS Sabre ES9023

Bluetooth: Version 5.0 with support for AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, and HWA codecs.

Outputs:

4.4mm Balanced Line Out

RCA L/R Stereo Out

Optical Digital Out

Coaxial Digital Out

Power: DC 5V

Dimensions: 158mm (Length) x 100mm (Width) x 35mm (Height)

Weight: ~476g (1.05 lbs.)

Features & Functionality 

High-Quality Bluetooth Reception: The ZEN Blue can receive high-resolution audio signals via Bluetooth.

Versatile Output Options: It provides both balanced and single-ended analogue outputs (4.4mm and RCA) and digital outputs (optical and coaxial) to connect to a wide range of amplifiers and other audio devices.

Easy Setup: Simply screw on the Bluetooth antenna, connect the power supply, and pair your device.