ZEN Air Blue 2

Name: ZEN Air Blue 2
Brand: iFi audio
SKU: 03-11-014-0009-00
Price: 129.00 GBP
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Your Hi-Fi, Set Free.

Offering a new lease of life for systems limited by little or no wireless connectivity, the ZEN Air Blue 2 brings CD-quality Bluetooth to your home or car stereo.

Product information

iFi audio guarantees that this iFi audio product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for the applicable warranty period. The warranty period is one (1) year for parts and labour in the United States and the United Kingdom, and two (2) years for parts and labour within the European Union, in accordance with regional consumer protection regulations.

The warranty period begins on the date of retail sale by iFi audio or an authorised iFi audio distributor/dealer and is subject to the requirements and conditions outlined in our warranty policy

 Return Period

You have 30 days from the day your item arrives to request a return.

Return Conditions

To be eligible for a return, ensure your item is:

In the same condition as when received

Unworn or unused

With original tags and packaging

Accompanied by a receipt or proof of purchase

We offer free shipping and typically ship orders within 1-2 working days

We will update your tracking and you can track your order manually or use the Shop app to track your order.

iFi audio has shipping locations within the UK, USA, and EU, allowing us to deliver quickly and efficiently and avoiding long shipping times.

This is the official iFi audio store so you are buying direct from the manufacturer.

Key Features

The ZEN Air Blue 2 is equipped with Bluetooth 5.4 technology, powered by a Qualcomm QCC3095 series chipset. It’s the world’s first device capable of both sending lossless audio over Bluetooth using the aptX Lossless codec.
With aptX Lossless, you can enjoy CD-quality audio (44.1kHz, 16-bit) delivered with zero data loss. Additionally, the ZEN Air Blue 2 supports Hi-Res audio up to 96kHz, thanks to compatibility with LDAC and LDHC/HWA codecs.

We take inspiration from Hi-Fi architecture in our approach to Bluetooth implementation. Unlike the standard SOC (System On a Chip) used elsewhere, we combine high-quality components to optimise performance at every stage.
A Qualcomm chip handles the raw digital Bluetooth signal, passing it to a dedicated DAC chip for precise digital-to-analogue conversion. From there, the signal flows to our amp stage, featuring our custom OV series op amps. To ensure ultimate accuracy, our GMT femto-precision clock system eliminates jitter, delivering Bluetooth performance that stands above the rest.

With flexibly 5-12V DC input compatibility, the ZEN Air Blue 2 can easily be integrated into vehicles, seamlessly upgrading their sonic performance.

When installed in your vehicle, the ZEN Air Blue 2 powers up and shuts down automatically with the engine - seamless, hands-free operation every time.

Your Hi-Fi, Set Free.

Lossless Bluetooth is here to stay, but most Hi-Fi systems need an upgrade to keep up.
Offering an instant upgrade to systems limited by little or no wireless connectivity, the ZEN Air Blue 2 brings CD-quality Bluetooth, maximum compatibility with your devices, and our very own three-stage Hi-Fi architecture to your home listening experience.

Cut the Cord. Keep the Quality.

Powered by Bluetooth 5.4 for stronger, more stable connectivity, aptX Lossless rewrites the rules of wireless audio - no longer convenience with compromise. With bitrates of up to 1,200kbps, you can hear your music in true CD-quality. As our most affordable Lossless Bluetooth DAC yet, the ZEN Air Blue 2 makes this breakthrough more accessible than ever.

Triple Threat.

Most Bluetooth audio devices rely on a single chipset to cover the three critical tasks of reception, conversion, and amplification. We don’t believe in that level of compromise.

The ZEN Air Blue 2 benefits from our custom three-stage Bluetooth design. Inspired by high-end home Hi-Fi systems, each task receives a dedicated critical component. Bluetooth reception is handled by a Qualcomm QCC3095 chipset; an ESS Sabre DAC is dedicated to signal conversion; and custom op-amps take care of amplification - completing a carefully tailored signal path.

At Home. At Leisure. On the Road.

Over the years, we’ve seen users find homes for the ZEN units in cars, boats, and other places beyond the desk they were first meant for.

To celebrate and support these trailblazers, we’ve added 5-12V DC power compatibility, allowing direct integration into vehicles and other battery-powered setups.

Wherever you’re going, you can now take the power of a Lossless Bluetooth home setup with you.

Cutting-Edge Compatibility.

For those yet to make the jump into an aptX Lossless compatible source device, the ZEN Air Blue 2 offers a wide range of Bluetooth codecs to ensure the best possible performance with your setup.

Alongside the standard SBC and AAC codecs, it includes Qualcomm’s aptX Classic, Adaptive and HD, all versatile and widely supported. For those looking for the highest available bitrate before going fully lossless, LDAC ensures premium-quality listening with bitrates of up to 990kbps.

Power When You Need It.

Making a Bluetooth DAC that works as seamlessly in vehicles as at home is about more than voltage, it’s about having what you need at your fingertips as soon as the engine starts.

The ZEN Air Blue 2 powers on automatically for in-car audio setups, so your music is ready from the moment you turn the key. Together with the inclusion of a physical power button, you have total control of how and when to power your DAC, pair to your devices, and immerse yourself in Lossless Bluetooth audio.

ZEN Air Blue 2 ensures the best possible performance with your setup.

Specifications

BLUETOOTH FORMATS	aptX Lossless, LDAC™, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX, AAC, SBC
BLUETOOTH VERSION	Bluetooth 5.4™
CHIPSET	Qualcomm QCC3095
DIMENSIONS	158 x 100 x 35 mm (6.2” x 3.9” x 1.4”)
DNR	110dB (A) @ 0 dBFS
FREQUENCY RESPONSE	10Hz-20kHz (-3dB @ 44.1kHz) 20Hz-40kHz (-3dB @ 96kHz)
LIMITED WARRANTY	12 months*; 24 months in EU
NET WEIGHT	305g (0.67lbs)
OUTPUT	RCA L/R
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE	≤51Ω
OUTPUT VOLTAGE	2.1Vrms @ 0dBFS
POWER CONSUMPTION	5V ≤0.25W; 9V ≤0.34W; 12V ≤0.45W
SNR	109dB (A)
THD+N	<0.005% 10k Load @ 0dBFS
POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENT	DC 5-12V/≥0.5A (centre +ve)