High-resolution Bluetooth audio receiver • ESS Sabre DAC engine • USB-C power input • hi-res aptX HD & LDAC codecs • lightweight synthetic chassis
The iFi ZEN Air Blue 2 is an accessible, high-performance Bluetooth audio receiver designed to add seamless wireless streaming capabilities to any home hifi, powered speaker, or audio setup. Featuring upgraded USB-C power input, an ESS Sabre DAC architecture, and support for all major high-resolution wireless codecs, it brings wireless convenience without sacrificing digital audio resolution.
Key Features & Innovations
Universal high-res Bluetooth codec suite — the iFi ZEN Air Blue 2 supports LDAC, LHDC/HWA, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, AAC, and SBC, ensuring pristine audio reception from any smartphone, tablet, or computer.
Dedicated ESS Sabre Hyperstream DAC — utilizes a discrete ESS Sabre DAC chip with time-domain jitter elimination to deliver dynamic, low-distortion analogue decoding far superior to standard built-in Bluetooth receivers.
Upgraded USB-C power input — modern USB-C power port provides reliable current stability with effortless setup from standard USB power blocks or PC ports.
Global Master Timing clocking — iFi's GMT femto-precision clock system minimizes digital timing errors and phase noise, yielding a clear soundstage and natural musical realism.
High-gain external antenna & RCA outputs — equipped with an external antenna for extended range and rock-solid connection stability, alongside gold-plated RCA stereo outputs to connect to any amplifier or active speakers.
FAQ — ZEN Air Blue 2
How is the ZEN Air Blue 2 powered?
The ZEN Air Blue 2 is powered via its USB-C port using the included USB cable, which can be connected to any standard 5V USB charger or computer USB port.
What is the difference between the ZEN Air Blue 2 and the standard ZEN Blue 3?
The ZEN Air series utilizes a durable synthetic polymer chassis and acts purely as a Bluetooth receiver with RCA outputs, offering an accessible high-resolution wireless solution compared to the multi-mode metal-chassis ZEN Blue 3.
Can I transmit audio from my TV to Bluetooth headphones with this device?
No. The ZEN Air Blue 2 is a Bluetooth receiver (RX) designed to receive audio streams from phones, tablets, or computers and output them to an amplifier or active speakers.
Can I connect it directly to powered desktop speakers?
Yes. You can run standard RCA stereo interconnect cables directly from the rear outputs of the ZEN Air Blue 2 to the line inputs of your active speakers.
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