iFi ZEN Blue 3 Bluetooth Desktop DAC

AptX Lossless Bluetooth DAC and transmitter for Hi-Fi setups The ZEN Blue 3 is a versatile Bluetooth DAC that both receives and transmits CD-quality audio wirelessly, and doubles as a high-resolution USB/S/PDIF DAC. With support for the new aptX Lossless codec and audiophile hardware design, it brings high-fidelity flexibility to your home audio or desktop setup.

4. That means you can stream from your phone to your Hi-Fi or wirelessly send music from your CD player to headphone speakers without quality loss.

Hi‑Res Codec Compatibility The Zen Blue 3 also handles LDAC, LHDC/HWA, aptX Adaptive/HD/Classic, AAC, and SBC. LDAC and LHDC support up to 96 kHz/24‑bit hi-res streaming, ideal for audiophiles and non‑Apple devices.

USB‑C & S/PDIF Wired DAC Mode In DAC mode, connect via USB‑C or optical/coaxial S/PDIF and enjoy wired playback up to 96 kHz (USB) or 192 kHz (S/PDIF). 4 mm Pentaconn and RCA outputs feed amplifiers or active speakers with minimal noise and excellent channel separation.

Low‑Latency Mode for AV Use A front-panel low-latency button enables aptX Low Latency when transmitting, minimizing delay for movies and games—so sound stays in sync with picture. Audiophile‑Grade Circuitry Internally, the Bluetooth, DAC (ESS Sabre ES9023), and amp (MAX97220) are distinct.

This separates functions, reduces interference, and uses a GMT femto-precision clock to limit jitter for clearer audio. 4 mm Pentaconn balanced (≤102 Ω), RCA (≤51 Ω) Inputs: USB‑C, optical, coaxial, RCA Dimensions: 158 × 115 × 35 mm; Weight: ~447 g What’s included ZEN Blue 3 unit USB‑A to USB‑C cable RCA stereo cable DC 5 V power adapter Quick‑start guide 12‑month warranty card