Lossless Bluetooth DAC & transmitter • aptX Lossless & LDAC support • Bluetooth 5.4 • balanced 4.4mm outputs • DAC, RX & TX operating modes
The iFi ZEN Blue 3 is a ground-breaking wireless audio DAC and transmitter engineered to bring CD-quality lossless Bluetooth streaming to high-end audio systems. Powered by the latest Bluetooth 5.4 technology, Qualcomm aptX Lossless, and iFi Audio’s signature discrete DAC circuitry, it bridges modern wireless convenience with uncompromised audiophile performance for both receiving and transmitting high-resolution audio.
Key Features & Innovations
True CD-quality lossless Bluetooth — the iFi ZEN Blue 3 supports Qualcomm aptX Lossless technology, delivering bit-perfect 16-bit/44.1kHz audio over Bluetooth without lossy compression artifacting.
Versatile RX, TX, and Wired DAC operating modes — easily switch between Receiver mode (RX) to stream to your hifi system, Transmitter mode (TX) to broadcast audio to wireless headphones, or wired DAC mode for direct USB/Optical connections.
Advanced Bluetooth 5.4 & hi-res codec suite — features the latest Bluetooth platform with comprehensive support for aptX Lossless, LDAC, LHDC/HWA, aptX Adaptive, AAC, and SBC codecs.
Dedicated ESS Sabre DAC engine & GMT clocking — utilizes a high-performance ESS Sabre DAC chip paired with iFi's Global Master Timing femto-clock system to eliminate wireless jitter and maximize dynamic range.
Fully balanced analogue outputs & digital suite — equipped with balanced 4.4mm line outputs and single-ended RCA alongside optical, coaxial, and USB-C digital inputs and outputs for ultimate connectivity.
FAQ — ZEN Blue 3
Can the ZEN Blue 3 transmit audio to wireless Bluetooth headphones?
Yes. By switching the unit to Transmitter (TX) mode, you can feed TV, console, or CD player audio into the ZEN Blue 3 and broadcast it wirelessly to your Bluetooth headphones or speakers.
What is aptX Lossless and how does it differ from standard Bluetooth?
Unlike traditional lossy codecs (like AAC or standard aptX) that compress audio by discarding data, aptX Lossless bit-streams 16-bit/44.1kHz CD-quality audio without dropping sonic information when paired with compatible source devices.
Can I use the ZEN Blue 3 as a pure wired USB DAC without Bluetooth active?
Yes. The ZEN Blue 3 includes a dedicated wired DAC mode, allowing you to bypass the Bluetooth receiver entirely and use it as a high-resolution USB or S/PDIF desktop DAC.
Can I pair the ZEN Blue 3 with the ZEN CAN 3 headphone amplifier?
Yes. Connecting the ZEN Blue 3 to the ZEN CAN 3 using a balanced 4.4mm to 4.4mm interconnect cable creates a powerful, low-noise desktop wireless DAC and headphone amplifier stack.
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